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Portsmouth

Business Expo

2024

Thursday

19

September 2024

Thursday
19
September 2024
10:00am - 2:00pm
Village Hotel, Portsmouth

Event Overview

Join hundreds of local businesses at the Portsmouth Business Expo which is taking place on Thursday 19th September 2024 at The Village Hotel.

Enjoy the opportunity to openly network with over 250 attendees from across Hampshire at Portsmouth's largest business show, whilst exploring the exhibition packed with a variety of local exhibitors showcasing their services and promoting their latest products.

As well as a busy exhibition, there will also be free seminars and workshops from Hampshire's leading keynote and business speakers as well as a speed networking session.

This event is completely free to attend - simply pre-register online today!

Venue Information

This event will be taking place at The Village Hotel, Portsmouth. Located next to Lakeside North Harbour, the venue has over 250 free car parking spaces with plenty of overflow parking available.

How to Get There

The Village Hotel is easily accessible by car and public transport including buses. The venue is located just off the A27 and M27 is easily accessible from the M3.

Venue

The Village Hotel
Lakeshore Drive
Cosham
Portsmouth
PO6 3FR

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300+
local professionals
120
minutes of
free seminars
4+
hours of quality networking
1
amazing day of inspiration

Unmissable free-to-attend seminars hosted
by the UK's leading industry pros

All talks under 20 minutes
First come, first served
Punching with content
Learn the most effective ways to build cash in your business

with Steve Mullins business coach at ActionCoach

10:20am - 10:40am
Seminar Room
Startup & Business Growth
£20 per person

Learn proven strategies that you can implement into your business from one of the UK's top business coaches who has helped 100's of business across Hampshire and West Sussex reach their goals and succeed.

8 Ways to Make Networking WORK!

with Liz Hutchings director of Total Business Network

10:50am - 11:10pm
Seminar Room
Startup & Business Growth
£20 per person

With 13 Years in Digital Marketing with over 850 clients, 148k social followers, 112k email subscribers, Total Guide to has continued to be a unique digital marketing agency with a huge audience for their clients to tap in to.

6 Strategies to Get Sales NOW!

with Victoria Vickery CEO of All Star Marketing

11:20am - 11:40am
Seminar Room
Sales & Lead Generation
£20 per person

In this must-attend session, Victoria will unveil the game-changing strategies that can’t fail to create an influx of new opportunities for your business.

Blueprint to Success: Create a website brief that secures your digital future

with James Wright director of AdvantEdge Agency

11:50am - 12:10pm
Seminar Room
Social Media & Marketing
£20 per person

Websites are of paramount importance to more UK businesses than ever. That is why getting your brief right from the start is crucial. While the decision to invest in a website can seem a simple one, the reality is there are pitfalls and considerations throughout the entire journey. Come and learn how to avoid those pitfalls.

RESULTS Mastery - How to get better sales and marketing results at no extra cost

with Steve Mills business growth advisor at CROFTEN LTD

12:20pm - 12:40pm
Seminar Room
Sales & Lead Generation
£20 per person

In this dynamic and insightful talk, discover practical strategies to elevate your sales and marketing results without increasing your budget. Delving into cost-effective approaches, we'll explore innovative ways to enhance customer engagement, optimize digital platforms, and leverage existing resources for maximum impact.

Content Planning: Making Marketing and Campaigns Easier to Manage

with Nicky Rudd managing director of Padua Communications

12:50pm - 1:10pm
Seminar Room
Social Media & Marketing
£20 per person

Content and PR expert Nicky Rudd of Padua Communications will talk about how companies can make marketing campaigns easier to manage and measure from effective content planning.

Speed Networking

with Hampshire Chamber of Commerce

1:20pm-1:50pm
Seminar Room
Networking Session
£20 per person

Join Hampshire Chamber of Commerce for a fast-paced round of speed networking. Limited places available, arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Here's what you'll miss if you don't
attend the business expo

Local exhibitors
Network over 50 Portsmouth based businesses and national companies exhibiting their services at the event
Keynote Speakers
Hear from the UK's business leaders, motivational speakers and industry experts live at the business show
Free Business Seminars
Learn all about sales, marketing, financing, innovation and growth from leading Hampshire speakers
Interactive Workshops
Increase your knowledge by learning from local experts in our free business exhibition workshops and seminar sessions
Business Networking
Network with 300-400 Portsmouth businesses and companies from across Hampshire, including speed networking
Business Support
Get advice from support organisations in Hampshire on anything from employing people to social media

Fear of missing out? Secure your free ticket to the business event of the year

If you'd like to attend the business show as a visitor, you can pre-register for FREE tickets
by clicking the button below or carry on for details on how you can exhibit from as little as £395

Stand prices and packages

Showcase your business, generate leads and become the go-to expert in your industry locally. Exhibiting at the expo is a lightning fast way to promote and connect with hundreds of potential customers and decision makers all in one place. Need more space? Upgrade to a larger stand from just £100!

Multi-event discounts available
More you book, more you save
Flexible payment terms

Sold Out We're sorry but this event is sold out, please contact us if you'd like to be added to the waiting list

Last Chance There is very low availability for this event, so book now to avoid disappointment

Bronze Stand Package

£495 plus VAT

Ideal for freelancers, start-ups, charities, micro businesses or soletraders

What's included
2m x 1.5m stand space
4ft trestle table with tablecloth (chairs available)
Basic show guide listing including company name, contact number and website
Standard exhibitor profile on our website including company name, contact number, website, social media links, 50-word company description and logo
Social media post on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook to announce you as an exhibitor
Tea and coffee
Marketing toolkit including social media templates and banners to help you promote your stand and attendance at the expo
Book a StandRequest Info PackView Floorplan
Multi-Events Discounts Available
Free 14-Day Cancellations
Flexible Payments Now Available

Silver Stand Package

£595 plus VAT

Great for small businesses that want local exposure and to grow their network

What's included
2m x 1.5m stand space
4ft trestle table with tablecloth (chairs available)
Standard show guide listing including company name, contact number, website, company description and logo
Standard exhibitor profile on our website including company name, contact number, website, social media links, 50-word company description and logo
Social media post on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook to announce you as an exhibitor
Tea and coffee
Marketing toolkit including social media templates and banners to help you promote your stand and attendance at the expo
Attendee list of 250-350 contacts including first name, last name and company name
Book a StandRequest Info PackView Floorplan
Multi-Events Discounts Available
Free 14-Day Cancellations
Flexible Payments Now Available

Gold Stand Package

£695 plus VAT

For SMEs that want local exposure, media coverage and to grow their network

What's included
2m x 1.5m stand space
4ft trestle table with tablecloth (chairs available)
Standard show guide listing including company name, contact number, website, company description and logo
Premium exhibitor profile on our website including company name, contact number, website, social media links, 100-word company description, logo, interactive map and enquiry form
Regular social media posts on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook about your company and promoting you as an exhibitor
Tea and coffee
Marketing toolkit including social media templates and banners to help you promote your stand and attendance at the expo
Delegate list of 400-500 contacts (worth £400) including contact and company details, industry, company size and email addresses (opt-in only)
Half page advert in the official printed and digital show guide worth £100 (upgrade to full page for just £50+VAT)
300-word editorial about your business published in our online business community
Book a StandRequest Info PackView Floorplan
Multi-Events Discounts Available
Free 14-Day Cancellations
Flexible Payments Now Available

Platinum Stand Package

£795 plus VAT

For SMEs that want local exposure, media coverage and to grow their network

What's included
2m x 1.5m stand space
4ft trestle table with tablecloth (chairs available)
Premium show guide listing including company name, contact number, website, company description and logo
Premium exhibitor profile on our website including company name, contact number, website, social media links, 100-word company description, logo, interactive map and enquiry form
Regular social media posts on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook about your company and promoting you as an exhibitor
Tea and coffee
Marketing toolkit including social media templates and banners to help you promote your stand and attendance at the expo
Delegate list of 400-500 contacts (worth £400) including contact and company details, industry, company size and email addresses (opt-in only)
Full page advert in the official printed and digital show guide worth £150 (upgrade to double page spread for just £75+VAT)
300-word editorial about your business published in our online business community
Full page editorial about your business published in the official printed and digital show guide
Banner featured in our
pre-event email
sent to over 400 pre-registered visitors
Book a StandRequest Info PackView Floorplan
Multi-Events Discounts Available
Free 14-Day Cancellations
Flexible Payments Now Available

Want more information?
Let's schedule a chat!

If you're interested in exhibiting with us at any of our events, but you've still got questions, please feel free
to call our events team on 0845 139 9301, schedule a Discovery Call or email support@b2bexpos.co.uk

Frequently asked questions

Is it free to attend as a visitor?

Absolutely! All our business expos are FREE to attend as a visitor. You only pay if you want to book a stand, advertise in our show guides or business directories or sponsor one of our events. You also don't need to be a member to attend. Simply pre-register online for the events you want to attend.

Do I need to register for the seminars or speed networking?

You do not need to register for any of the seminars, keynote speakers or speed networking sessions. All our events run on a first come, first served basis. We recommend arriving 10 minutes before each advertised session to secure a seat.

What happens when I arrive at the event?

When you first arrive at the event head to the registration area where you'll be able to meet our team who will swiftly sign you into the event and provide you with your printed name badge. You'll also receive a show guide and goodie bag. You'll then be shown the exhibition hall and seminar room, so you know where everything is located.

Do I need to bring anything with me?

Firstly, we recommend you bring plenty of business cards with you to the expo. Never underestimate how many people attend these events and how many business cards you may want to hand out to new connections. We also recommend that you a pen and note pad to write down ideas that you have when at the event or attending any of the seminars.

Will there be food and drink to buy at the event?

Yes, you will be able to buy food and drink at the event. At each expo we team up with our hosting venue to organise a pop-up networking cafe where you can buy light refreshments and drinks throughout the event. Please make sure you bring either cash or a debit/credit card with you.

Can I still attend if pre-registration is closed?

If you didn’t have the opportunity to register in advance, don't worry. You can still come to the exhibition for FREE. Simply turn up on the day of the event and our events team will register you when you arrive at the registration area by the main entrance, so please allow between 5-10 minutes to register on the day of the event.

Event sponsors, supporters and partners

Thank you to the sponsors, supporters and partners at the business expo

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