General business associations provide you with the opportunity to meet people outside your industry.

Chambers of Commerce promote the interests of their members. They are great sources of networking contacts and usually serve a distinct business community.

These networks help you learn more about a specific country or region. They can be invaluable sources of information or contacts when venturing into foreign countries.

With online networks, you can make new business contacts locally and globally over the Internet. Many of these networks also provide business matching services.

These associations represent the interest of a particular industry. They also hold events, seminars, training, etc. to improve the entire industry.

Social and non-business related organisations and associations are also platforms where you can find good contacts.