A TOUR operator is shaking-up the traditional format of Business Networking by creating a cruise with a twist departing from Southampton in December.

Focus Travel has come up with the Networking Cruise aboard P&O’s Ventura (December 5-7).

Guest speakers includes Lee McQueen, the 2008 winner of The ApprenticeThe Apprentice, who founded the recruitment company Raw Talent Academy Other speakers are, Stefan Thomas, author of nNetworking for DummiesNetworking for Dummies, business coach Ian Dickson, Naomi Johnson, a LinkedIn profile specialist, and network marketer Michelle Turner Davidson.

Also local author of the Sticking PointSticking Point, Steve Thomson, will be giving the benefit of his experience to help you optimise all spheres of your life, from home and relationships to dealing with staff and customers.

Tony Childs, director at Focus Travel, saidcommented: “This cruise really does have something for everyone and will provide the perfect platform to start great business conversations and build relationships. “The usual high standards of fine dining will also be part of the package along with evening entertainment.

“It’s open to individuals, organisations and groups to get on-board and really embrace a different approach to networking in the relaxed and fun atmosphere of a luxury four-star P & O cruise ship, Ventura.”

To find out Networking Cruise and how you and your business can get on-board visit www.focustravel.co.uk/networking-cruise.