For Boca Raton and Palm Beach County business owners
Networking groups in Boca Raton, and your Gulf Coast room.
Naples is about two hours away. The 239 Collective connects Boca Raton and Palm Beach founders, investors and executives with the people building Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero and Fort Myers.
2026 guide
Networking groups in Boca Raton.
Looking for networking groups in Boca Raton? Here are the main places Boca Raton business owners and professionals connect, plus a different kind of room a short drive away.
- 01Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce hosts member mixers, programs and leadership events throughout the year.
- 02Small business mentoring
SCORE Palm Beach County offers free mentoring and workshops for small business owners.
- 03Young professionals groups
Chamber-affiliated and independent young professional groups run socials and leadership programs across Palm Beach County.
- 04Referral groups and civic clubs
BNI chapters, Rotary and service clubs meet across Boca Raton and Delray Beach.
- 05Industry associations
Real estate, finance, wealth management, healthcare and tech groups host frequent events.
The 239 Collective. A curated, social-first networking community in Southwest Florida. Boca Raton business owners join us for events in Fort Myers, Naples and Estero to meet the founders, operators and investors building one of Florida’s fastest-growing regions. No referral quotas, no pitching. See upcoming events.
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The drive
Boca Raton to the 239.
Why make the trip
Worth the drive.
- 01Many Boca Raton and Palm Beach business owners spend part of the year in Naples or invest in Southwest Florida. Our events connect you with the local side of that world.
- 02Southwest Florida is one of the fastest-growing regions in the state, with opportunities across real estate, development, healthcare, hospitality and professional services.
- 03Our rooms are curated and balanced across industries and cities, social first and never salesy.
- 04Make it a Gulf Coast weekend: sunsets in Naples and dinners on Fifth Avenue South.
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Questions
What are the best networking groups in Boca Raton?
Popular options include the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce, SCORE Palm Beach County for small business mentoring, young professional groups, BNI chapters and Rotary clubs. Many Boca Raton business owners who spend time in Naples also attend The 239 Collective’s curated events in Southwest Florida.
Are there networking events in Southwest Florida for Boca Raton business owners?
Yes. The 239 Collective hosts curated networking and social events in Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero and Fort Myers, about two hours from Boca Raton. Boca and Palm Beach business owners are welcome to request an invitation.
How far is Naples from Boca Raton?
Naples is roughly 120 miles from Boca Raton, about two hours by car via I-95 or the Florida Turnpike to I-75 across Alligator Alley.
Can people from outside Southwest Florida join The 239 Collective?
Yes. Approved guests from anywhere in Florida can buy tickets to our events. Request an invitation, tell us where you are based, and we will let you know about upcoming dates.
Explore Fort Myers, Naples and Estero, or read our Southwest Florida business networking guide.