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PLMS is affectionately known as the Paul Lawton Matching and personal introduction Service.
The group is exclusive, Northeast-based, and has a specific number of occupational and sector-type vacancies.
The nature of the group is collaborative, with a key rule being ‘collaboration’ itself, and at it’s heart is the Members’ Package, which include the Triple System.
Member Benefits
The key to success in this exclusive group is the momentum gained by member benefits. This is achieved with the PLMS Members’ Package, which includes the “Triple System“Personalised Connections
From various sources, built up over three decades, PLMS provides the opportunity for introductions and connections every month, for members.
Online Meetings
Each month members will attend Zoom Meetings where they have the opportunity to introduce themselves to the other members of the group.
Face-to-Face Events
Using a proven formula to ensure results, there are bi-monthly, face-to-face meetings.
The combined impact of the “Triple System” gives members dynamic results, a positive ROI, and makes the much desired, but difficult to provide, business-matching system work.
This exclusive group has a specific number of members, with a carefully calculated mix of occupational types to ensure collaboration, and not direct competition.
Our Members
I've been to many "networking events/clubs" over my career, but this is something truly different.
Paul and Dawn are driven and passionate about providing leads for their members and have created a real community of businesses all working togeteher to support each other. We get work done, but its also fun to be a part of.
Andy Sinclair
NWG Total Water Solutions
PLMS, led by the endlessly connected Paul Lawton, is a fantastic business introduction group. Paul's tireless networking and dedication to creating opportunities for the 82 members have been invaluable.
Since joining, I've not only enjoyed being part of a supportive and pleasant community but have also gained work opportunities, making it a truly worthwhile experience.
Lisa Thompson
Director, Iona HR Consulting
PLMS isn’t just a networking group—it’s business matching at its best. Paul and his team go beyond meetings, making introductions, staying in touch, and connecting you with the right people to help your business grow. With a non-competitive, friendly environment, PLMS ensures referrals go to one expert per field.
Simon Cataudo
NEYouth
PLMS is a very different way of networking and combines face to face meetings with online for accessibility and flexibility, But best of all we have our own little troop on the ground networking at lots of events that we wouldn't usually be able to make. Who wouldn't want to take advantage of that?
Jo Long
Jo Long Consulting
PLMS has proven to be a good value for money networking opportunity. Paul is dedicated and passionate about bringing people together to collaborate, and works tirelessly to ensure each of his members are presented with opportunities to do so.
The monthly one to one calls with Dawn are a fantastic way of relaying good news and explaining business requirements so PLMS can try and help!
Jamie Pell
Director, AM Recruitment and Training
The PLMS concept, born out of Paul Lawton’s extensive experience in networking, is a refreshing departure from the norm. The offer is not only unique and intriguing for my business but also for many others across a broad range of industries.
Paul has designed an approach that blends in-person and virtual interactions seamlessly, creating a personal and impactful experience.
Philip Pugh
Adept Communications
PLMS is like no other networking group. Led by Paul Lawton, it’s a business introduction group, and Paul is always networking and looking for ways to benefit the members.
As a member, I thoroughly enjoy being surrounded by supportive and like-minded members and I’ve also benefited from gaining new clients and future opportunities, which makes PLMS a valued part of my marketing strategy and business growth.
Tracey Tait
Menopause Training Company
PLMS stands out as a networking group that truly surpasses others I’ve been part of. Paul has cultivated an incredible sense of community among members, creating a supportive and collaborative environment.
Since joining, I’ve had the opportunity to meet many fellow business owners, leading to collaborations and business opportunities with individuals | might not have connected with otherwise. Paul's passion for bringing people together is inspiring, and I’m proud to be a member and to support others within this fantastic group.
Shaun West
Mission Paratus
We had a very positive meeting with a locally based national company we would not normally have had access to though any other means.
This shows the positivity within the group and the benefits of the selection process in place. Again, thank you your time and input in appreciated.
Terry South
ISR Laser Cleaning
Paul introduced me to his idea before he actually went live and I’m grateful he did. What PLMS achieves with less than 100 people in terms of business output far exceeds what larger networking organisations fail to achieve with many more organisations and members.
A truly interdependent business community, open to new ideas and helping each other to move forwards.
Andy Hadfield
Ich Dien Solutions
PLMS is the best networking group I have been to, I am reluctant to call it a network group as it does far more than that. Paul and Dawn are experts at looking for what each individual member wants and delivering on that.
They create partnerships and provide leads suited to you on a regular basis which is so different to others.
Andy Ball
Thrive Together Training and Coaching Ltd
PLMS a great place to form long-term professional relationships and Paul is focused on developing new business for everyone involved.
The internal network is focused on helping members thrive by providing access to a strong network of like-minded decision makers, in a welcoming, friendly, and warm manner.
Adeel Bashir
Nouveau Legal
The PLMS Group is a different approach to networking.
It concentrates on building relationships and Paul works endlessly to connect everyone in the group with quality opportunities to collaborate and grow.
Janet Ewens
Babylon Health Hub
I have been a member of PLMS since the beginning and have really enjoyed being part of the Group. More importantly I have made a number of useful contacts and have reconnected with people I had lost contact which in part was due to Covid. That combined with a hybrid approach between online and face to face it works really well.
Chris Mace
Goldtempest Marketing Solutions
About Paul Lawton
Paul Lawton is an SME owner with over thirty years in business ownership.
He has attended hundreds of networking meetings and is ideally placed to understand what many SME clients would want – and not want – from the plethora of choices available and, crucially, how to obtain results.
Paul's Business Journey
Paul has consistently managed in both the financial and digital sectors. His current business, Chat Heroes, has been providing a high-quality service since 2015. Always wanting to build a membership matching service which ‘guarantees business opportunities’ to SME’s; he now has. With co-Director Phil Pugh they are about to do that with the PLMS sister company Business Matching UK, by Franchising in 42 UK cities.