MEET 5,000 ENTREPRENEURS AND BUSINESS OWNERS READY TO GROW

CONNECT WITH BRITAIN’S MOST AMBITIOUS SMES

...

5,000 ENTREPRENEURS

...

200 SPEAKERS

...

150 EXHIBITORS

... 5,000 ENTREPRENEURS ... 200 SPEAKERS ... 150 EXHIBITORS

WELCOME TO THE FESTIVAL

The Festival of Entrepreneurs is a new platform created to support Britain’s next generation of business success stories — bringing together founders, owners, and entrepreneurial leaders serious about growing and scaling their businesses.

Hosted at the NEC Birmingham, the Festival connects ambitious entrepreneurs from across the Midlands and the wider UK with the insights, networks, and opportunities needed to fuel business growth.

Across two dynamic days, 5,000 entrepreneurs will gather to learn from proven business leaders, discover the latest solutions and technologies, connect with key partners, and take practical steps towards their next stage of success.

Whether you are looking to showcase your expertise, build your brand, meet new customers, or align with Britain’s growing SME economy, the Festival offers a powerful environment to make it happen.

SPEAKERS PREVIEW

Real entrepreneurs. Real growth stories. Real insights.

Content tracks at the event

Funding

Mindset

A.I.

Talent

Access to markets

Innovation

Brand

“By getting involved, you’ll play a part in supporting the ambitions of the UK’s next generation of scale-up leaders. In doing so, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with a community of driven entrepreneurs, forging relationships that can open doors for mutual growth and success.”

Sponsors include

Partners include

Accredited content

Get involved…

Exhibitor

Interested to connect with high-growth businesses?

Exhibiting gives you the opportunity to engage face to face with up to 5,000 delegates.

Visitor

Ready to scale up?

Register your interest to receive a complimentary 2-day access all areas pass for the Festival of Entrepreneurs.

Speaker

Motivated to lead the conversation?

Enquire about speaking opportunities or sponsorship packages today.

Partner

Looking to add value to your network?

Bring value to your members and let us help you meet more potential members.

scaling up to the top

Closing the
scaleup gap

The Festival of Entrepreneurs is helping businesses bridge the scaleup gap. By bringing together entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and stakeholders, the event provides essential resources, knowledge, and networking opportunities to help businesses grow.

What is the scaleup gap?