The north and south ends of the Indianapolis metro have different business communities. Westfield is one of the fastest-growing cities in Hamilton County. Greenwood and the Southside anchor Johnson County and south Indianapolis. Both are full of young professionals building real estate, lending, insurance, advising and service businesses. This guide covers options in each.
What networking groups meet in Westfield?
| Group | Type | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Westfield Young Professionals (Westfield Chamber) | Chamber young professional events | Coffee and networking events for younger professionals |
| H7 Network, Westfield | Weekly B2B and B2C networking; visitors welcome | Tuesday mornings |
| Hive Network, Westfield colony | Application-only referral group for young professionals | Monthly, first Tuesday at 7:30 AM, Westfield city center area |
Westfield's young professional events are a strong way to get involved in the community and meet people. They are not structured to pass referrals among a fixed group. Hive's Westfield colony is.
Hive's Westfield colony meets monthly, on the first Tuesday at 7:30 AM, in the Westfield city center area near Grand Junction Plaza. Request a guest visit or apply directly at /colonies/westfield.
What networking groups meet in Greenwood and on the Southside?
| Group | Type | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Hive Network, Southside colony | Application-only referral group for young professionals | Monthly, first Monday at 8:00 AM, Greenwood area |
| Business Breakfast Connections | Weekly, industry-specific referral group | Weekly morning meetings, Greenwood |
| Indy BBN | Small south side referral group | Weekly morning meetings |
| Power Circle Network | Free, host-led networking events | Multiple events in Greenwood |
Meeting details change. Confirm with each group before you go.
How do Hive's Southside and Westfield colonies work?
Both follow the same model as every Hive colony:
- One seat per industry. No competitors in the room.
- Application only. An application, a personality assessment and an interview.
- Monthly meetings of about 75 minutes with open networking, 30-second pitches, a report of referrals and coffees, a member highlight and a short masterclass.
- The wider network. Members connect with the Carmel and Fishers colonies through masterclasses, socials and speaker events.
Cost: $600 a year, or $700 a year paid monthly for 2027.
As of October 2026, Hive had 76 active members, 157 referrals passed and $234,166 in closed business, all logged in the Hive member portal.
Which colony should you choose?
Pick the colony closest to where you do business, at a meeting time you can make every month. Each colony has its own seats, so if your industry is taken in one colony, it may be open in another.
- Southside (Greenwood): first Monday, 8:00 AM.
- Carmel: first Tuesday, 7:15 AM.
- Fishers: first Tuesday, 7:30 AM.
- Westfield: first Tuesday, 7:30 AM.
Is a weekly group or a monthly group better for you?
Business Breakfast Connections and H7 meet weekly, which builds familiarity fast. Hive meets monthly and expects members to fill the gaps with one-on-one coffees. If your schedule is unpredictable, a monthly meeting you never miss may be worth more than a weekly one you often skip. We compare cadences in Hive vs BNI in Indianapolis (/resources/hive-vs-bni-indianapolis).
How do you visit?
Request a guest visit from /colonies. Hive reviews each request and sends the exact address if it is a fit. Ready now? Apply at /apply.
Which industries refer the most in Hamilton and Johnson counties?
Both ends of the metro have busy housing markets and a lot of small businesses, so the same industries tend to trade referrals: residential real estate, mortgage lending, insurance, financial planning, home services, construction and roofing, auto services, and B2B services like marketing, HR and IT. If you work in one of those, holding the seat for your industry in your local colony puts you first in line when another member hears about a need.
How do you choose between a chamber group and a referral group?
Use both for different jobs:
- A chamber young professional group helps you get known in your city, meet local leaders and give back.
- A referral group like Hive gives you a small, committed circle that actively sends you business.
If you only have time for one, choose based on your goal for the next 12 months: community and visibility, or direct referrals.
What does a first visit to a Hive colony look like?
When your guest request is accepted, Hive sends the address and what to expect. Arrive a few minutes early for open networking, which is where most relationships start. During the 30-second pitches, listen for who needs an introduction. During the referral report, you will hear what members have given and received since the last meeting. Bring a clear one-sentence description of who you help, and expect follow-up questions. Afterward, book a one-on-one coffee with anyone whose clients overlap with yours.
What networking groups meet in Westfield, Indiana?
Options include the Westfield Chamber's young professional events, H7 Network's weekly Westfield group and Hive Network's Westfield colony, which meets monthly.
What networking groups meet in Greenwood, Indiana?
Options include Business Breakfast Connections, Indy BBN, Power Circle Network events and Hive Network's Southside colony.
When does Hive's Southside colony meet?
Monthly, on the first Monday at 8:00 AM in Greenwood.
When does Hive's Westfield colony meet?
Monthly, on the first Tuesday at 7:30 AM, in the Westfield city center area near Grand Junction Plaza.
How much does Hive cost?
Membership for 2027 is $600 a year, or $700 a year paid monthly.
Next step: Request to visit at /colonies, or apply at /apply. Questions: info@hivenetworkofficial.com. Instagram: @jointhehive_.
