THANK YOU
TO EVERYONE
WHO MADE
THE FESTIVAL
OF ENTREPRENEURS
AN EPIC EVENT

“We’ve had a great two days at the Festival of Entrepreneurs at the Birmingham NEC. There’s been fantastic energy across the two days. We’ve met some amazing founders and partners and heard from brilliant panel speakers, big-name entrepreneurs and funders who are experts in their areas.

We’re really looking forward to following up with the contacts we’ve met and supporting them on their business journey in the future.”

“The event has been absolutely outstanding. From the moment we got started, there were people everywhere. All the stages were full, and our stand was overwhelmed with people talking to us, with genuine questions and ideal opportunities for them and us. Super event.”

“We’ve had a constant stream of people, lots of good conversations and some really interesting opportunities we weren’t expecting, including opportunities for products in the pipeline. There was a lot of interest, and we’ve got plenty of solid leads to follow up.”

“I’ve just finished up at the Festival of Entrepreneurs. It’s been brilliant. So many contacts, partnerships and opportunities. We’ll be back next year.”

“The Festival of Entrepreneurs was a fantastic opportunity for FSB to connect directly with entrepreneurs and small business owners.

Having a stand throughout the event gave us a great platform to have meaningful conversations, while contributing as a headline speaker allowed us to share the voice and experiences of the small business community.

It was a vibrant, engaging event and a great example of what can happen when entrepreneurs come together to share ideas, experiences and opportunities. Looking forward to the next one already!”

“The Festival of Entrepreneurs has been fantastic for us this year. We’ve met loads of people and had some really interesting conversations. Can’t wait until the next one.”

“I’ve had a great event. I met some really interesting people, with huge engagement, some really interesting conversations and lots of connections made. I’m really looking forward to the follow-ups. It’s been a really positive experience.”

“The Festival of Entrepreneurs has been absolutely amazing. We’ve had lots of amazing, engaging conversations.”

“It’s our first time at the Festival of Entrepreneurs. We’ve had some really good conversations on the stand and some really interesting leads. The quality of speakers has been really good. We can’t wait to be back next year.”

“The Festival of Entrepreneurs is an excellent event. I’ve met lots of potential customers. I’d recommend anyone looking to expand their business network to come to the 2027 events.”

“We’ve had a fantastic event, far better than last year, which I think is kudos to the organisers. We’re really excited for next year with two venues.”

“We’ve had a fantastic time at the Festival of Entrepreneurs and met some lovely people. We’re coming back next year and can’t wait for the London event.”

“We’ve had a fantastic event. A packed house, brilliant people turning up. The questions, the intelligence and the vibe have been absolutely fantastic. We’re really looking forward to the next event.”

“We’ve had a great event. We’ve met loads of people, had loads of interest and been completely run off our feet. A brilliant experience. I’m looking forward to the next one and the one in London.”

“A great event here at the Festival of Entrepreneurs. We’ve had a great time, met lots of great people and recommend it for next year.”

“What an amazing event. Full of energy and vitality, a broad mix of different businesses and interest levels, and a real sense of community, with businesses wanting to work with one another. Amazing. Thoroughly recommend it.”

“We’ve had an amazing event and met lots of incredible people. We’re super excited about the buzz and can’t wait for next year.”

“The Festival of Entrepreneurs is the best entrepreneurial event in the UK. We’ve been exhibiting here, and the quality of people, the environment and the overall calibre are outstanding.

I would highly recommend getting involved next year. We’ll absolutely be exhibiting again. The quality of leads and people we’ve met is above any other event I’ve attended.”

“It’s been a really good event this year. We’ve met loads of potential new customers, and the quality of the people and the conversations we’ve been having has been fantastic. We’ll definitely be coming back next year.”

“We’ve had a great time at the Festival of Entrepreneurs. We’ve had some great conversations with very interesting people, founders and entrepreneurs who seem really excited about their businesses. It’s been a bustling event, very lively, and we’ve been really happy to be part of it.”

“The event’s been really successful for us. Lots of new enquiries for finance and very knowledgeable people on the other stands. I’ve really enjoyed it and had a good time. I’m looking forward to next year.”

“We’ve had a fab time at the Festival of Entrepreneurs this year. We’ve spoken to loads of founders, listened to fabulous advice and information from keynote speakers and had great conversations.”

“It’s been extremely well organised. The speakers have been fantastic, and there have been loads of amazing topics for entrepreneurs. We’ve been exhibiting and made some fantastic contacts. It’s been a fantastic event. We can’t wait for next year.”

“A fantastic event laid on by James and the rest of his team. I was particularly impressed with the full turnout at one of the sessions I was speaking at. I thoroughly recommend it.”

“We’ve had an amazing two-day show. We’ve been really impressed with the footfall and the number of amazing conversations. I’m really looking forward to following up with people next week.

It’s also been great to meet the other exhibitors. The panels have been fantastic, with excellent speakers. All in all, it’s an amazing show, and I’m really looking forward to next year.”

“If the economy is going to grow, we need to acknowledge and promote entrepreneurship in this country. We need events like the Festival of Entrepreneurs, which promote the importance of entrepreneurship and giving entrepreneurs support.

The Festival of Entrepreneurs allows entrepreneurs to meet others to learn from, connect with and do business with. Well done. It’s been a brilliant event. I look forward to next year.”

“Super event. I only signed up last minute, which was the right decision. Lots of great people, lots of contacts and leads on my app, and a good, high-energy event. Thank you.”

“An absolutely fantastic event. It’s our first one. We’ve learned a lot, made some great connections and got loads of follow-up work afterwards. Exactly what we wanted and needed.”

“A great event. I’ve totally enjoyed it. I’m exhausted from so many conversations with really interesting people, and I really look forward to next year.”

“A really good audience, high-quality businesses and a variety of industries.”

“This is now my second year as an exhibitor, and I’m coming back for year three. I’ve got London booked in, and I’ll be back at the NEC.

The Festival of Entrepreneurs attracts ambitious, driven entrepreneurs, founders, owners and CEOs. It puts them in the room with speakers and experts who help them find what they need to grow their businesses. I recommend everyone comes to the Festival of Entrepreneurs next year.”

“The Festival of Entrepreneurs has been the best business event we’ve ever attended. We’ve met so many new contacts and made so many more networking opportunities. We can’t wait to attend the next one.”

“Such a great event, meeting and connecting with amazing people. Look forward to the next one.”