Big Business Breakfast feat. Paul Regan, Pivos

8am – 9.15am | Chairman’s Suite 

Get a head start and network over a hot breakfast, with hosted networking tables. 75 places available, advance booking only. With a short talk from serial entrepreneur Paul Ragan on staying ahead in business.

Expo Hall Open

9.30am – 2.30pm | Premier Lounge (main hall)

Visit the exhibitor stands to discover new opportunities, the best business services and approved suppliers from across the nation! Enter prize draws and get expo day only deals!

Property & Construction Networking Session

9.45 am – 10.30 am | VIP Zone, Main Expo Hall Stage

For construction companies, venue and facility managers, landlords, investors and other service providers relating to property. VIP ticket required.

How to Make Better Decisions with Business Intelligence 

10 am – 10.30 am | Seminar Room

More to follow

The Protect Zone Talks

10am – 12pm | Protect Zone Alcove

A series of informal talks in the Protect Zone covering Martyn’s Law, Health & Safety and Sustainability and more.

Why You Need Cyber Essentials – Justin Thomas, SIARP

10.30 am – 11 am | Seminar Zone

Leading IT expert outlines what you can need on place to avoid the horror story headlines and protect your customers.

Speed Networking Session

10.30 am – 11.15 am | VIP Zone, Main Expo Hall

Get lots of introductions to other businesses in one session. VIP ticket required.

How to get ready for the AI revolution – Estelle Cartlidge, My Biz Solution

11 am – 11.30 am | Seminar Room

A no-nonsense, practical approach to be business ready for the next waves of AI.

Meet the Buyers & Master the Art of Finding and Winning Commercial Contacts – Matt Cole

11 am -11.45am | Captains Room

Tips on tendering to get big wins for your business with hosted buyer tables.

Health & Wellbeing Networking Session

11.15 am – 12 pm | Seminar Room

Meet with business in the the health & wellbeing sector. VIP ticket required,

Building Wealth – George Rashbrook

12 pm – 12.20 pm | Seminar Room

Ways to create a secure financial future that give you the lifestyle you want.

Networking Lunch

12.30pm – 1.15pm | Premier Lounge (main hall)

Enjoy an exclusive buffet lunch and networking with a wide range of businesses including award finalists. Advanced ticket required.

Top 100 Businesses Awards: Winner Announcements & Presentations 

1.30pm – 2pm | Premier Lounge (main hall)

Discover who made the 2026 Top 100 Businesses List and applaud the winners of the Customer Experience, Innovation, Start Up and Business of the Year Awards!

Prize Draws

2.pm – 2.10pm | Premier Lounge (main hall)

Will you win one of the prizes from our exhibitors? Make sure you’re here to claim your prize!

Expo Closes

2.30pm

Remember to follow on conversations with the business connections you’ve made today and implement those ideas and insights from our BizTalks to grow your business to the next level!