Whether you’re just starting out or you’re already an established company, attending business events is a great way to learn and grow. And luckily for business owners in the North, there are plenty of outstanding local events to attend. Here are just a few options to consider.
PLATFORM (Newcastle)
On Friday 22 May you can head to Newcastle for PLATFORM, an event for ambitious business owners, leaders, and investors in the North of England. Held at the Crowne Plaza in Newcastle, this three and a half hour event is ideal for anyone looking to network with like-minded business owners and start or grow their business.
Featuring casual networking over light refreshments, presentations, and interviews, this is the perfect place to learn and gain inspiration from successful entrepreneurs and business leaders.
Connected North (Manchester)
At Manchester Central from 27 – 28 May is Connected North, a digital economy event for companies in the North. Featuring 3000+ stakeholders, the two-day event will take a look at technology, connection, and digital infrastructure, with expert exhibitors covering topics such as 5G, edge computing, AI, and connecting rural and remote communities.
North West Business Expo (Bolton)
There’s no better place for North West businesses to make worthwhile connections than at the North West Business Expo. Held on Friday 23 October at the Bolton Stadium Hotel, this event, which features over 1,250 professionals, offers an unmatched opportunity to network with key decision-makers, find new products or services, and learn from ambitious and successful business leaders.
Why Attend Business Events?
Business events come with a wealth of benefits. Primarily, they allow you to:
Network and build business connections – you will be in a room with hundreds, if not thousands of other business professionals and entrepreneurs, giving you the perfect opportunity to network and establish beneficial relationships with like-minded individuals.
Gain valuable industry insights – you can learn a lot about what’s trending in your industry, how to overcome common challenges, and what others are doing to drive business growth in your sector.
Discover new products and services – from affordable wholesale catering supplies to state of the art security software, exhibitions give you the chance to find new products or services that you can use to amplify your business.
Give Your Business the Boost it Needs
Whether you’re feeling uninspired, facing specific challenges, or simply want to surround yourself with other business owners and entrepreneurs, attending business events in the North is always worthwhile.