200 SPEAKERS.
150 EXHIBITORS.
5 STAGES.
IT’S ALL HAPPENING AT THE NEC.
3 - 4 November • NEC Birmingham
GOLD SPONSORS
200 SPEAKERS · FIVE STAGES · TWO DAYS
HEAR FROM PEOPLE
WHO'VE DONE IT.
Founders, entrepreneurs, investors and business leaders sharing what they've learned building, growing and leading businesses.
200
SPEAKERS
ACROSS FIVE
STAGES
THE 2026 AGENDA IS LIVE
BUILD YOUR
TWO DAYS.
Five stages of founder stories, practical sessions, panels, workshops and conversations covering the decisions that shape growing businesses.
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KEYNOTE STAGE
3 NOV · 14.35
SIR RICHARD HARPIN Founder, HomeServe -
KEYNOTE STAGE
4 NOV · 11:50
PIERS LINNEY MBE Executive Chairman, Implement AI
DR AALOK Y SHUKLA CEO, Implement AI -
KEYNOTE STAGE
3 NOV · 11:50
LAURA FULLERTON Founder, Monk
NISHANT SHARMA Founder, Rutland Square Spirits
WYNTER KARO Founder, Piamentae Drinks
DR GUY SANDELOWSKY Founder, Omni -
FUNDING & INVESTMENT STAGE
4 NOV · 15:15
DAN BRADBURY Founder & CEO, Ideal Exit
DANIEL SILVERSTON Founder & CEO, Soho Sandwich Co.
CHARLIE NORTON Founder, TrueValue
NATALIE KNIGHT-WICKENS Partner – Corporate & Commercial, Spencer West
CHRIS REA Founder, Y1 Sport
GARY LENNON C-Founder & Acquisitions lead. BizBritain -
TECH, AI & MARKETING STAGE
3 NOV · 14:30
NOOR BOUKAMA Industry Manager, Google
2
DAYS
200
SPEAKERS
150
EXHIBITORS
5
STAGES
5,000
FOUNDERS & BUSINESS
LEADERS
GOLD SPONSORS
SILVER SPONSORS
BRONZE SPONSORS
150 EXHIBITORS
MEET THE EXPERTS
THAT CAN HELP YOU
GROW.
Funding. Technology. AI. Marketing. Professional services. Recruitment. Advice. Commercial partners.
Compare solutions, discover new ideas and meet the people behind them — all in one place.
NETWORKING
SOME OF THE MOST VALUABLE CONVERSATIONS HAPPEN
BETWEEN THE SESSIONS.
Meet founders, investors, suppliers, partners and business leaders through curated meet-ups, networking spaces and thousands of conversations across two days.
Your next customer, supplier, investor or collaborator could already be coming.
EVENT PARTNERS INCLUDE
BRINGING THE BUSINESS
COMMUNITY TOGETHER.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
“I left feeling inspired with valuable new connections.”
“The scale and energy in Festival of Entrepreneurs was fantastic.”
“The Festival of Entrepreneurs stood out for its clarity of purpose.”
“So many ideas under one roof!”
GOLD SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
NatWest is so excited be part of this year's Festival of Entrepreneurs as a Gold sponsor.
As Britain's number one bank for businesses, whether you’re just starting out, scaling or are more established, we’re here for every business.
This might start with NatWest Accelerator, but extends into our wider offering for businesses, for example business current accounts, lending or savings.
NatWest Accelerator helps founders grow their business through expert support and a community of other founders through our app and UK hubs.
Come and find us on 3rd and 4th of November and let's chat about how we may be able to support your business in moving forward.
In the meantime, download the NatWest Accelerator app to join our community of UK businesses and start tapping into our support. Let's do this.
Want to take your business global? Let’s talk.
Whether you’re already selling overseas, paying international suppliers or planning your next move, find out how WorldFirst can support your businesses.
We already support 1.5 million SMBs of all sizes in navigating the tools they need to manage money internationally, from multi-currency accounts to FX tools, to business cards and funding solutions.
Come and meet the team on 3-4th November and let's find out where your business could go next!
WHAT’S ON · 3-4 NOVEMBER
FIND WHAT MATTERS
TO YOUR BUSINESS.
Two days built around the decisions entrepreneurs are making now. Explore the Festival by the subjects that matter to you.
