Big Business Breakfast feat. Paul Ragan, 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 be successful in sales without being a Traitor to yourself – Andrew Jenkins 

10 am – 10.30 am | BizTalk Zone

Sales strategist & trainer shares his expert insights from his career behind his Traitor’s fame.

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.

How to avoid getting hacked – Justin Thomas, SIARP

10.30 am – 11 am | BizTalk 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.

Streamline your business success – Estelle Cartlidge, My Biz Solution

11 am – 11.30 am | BizTalk Zone

A no-nonsense, practical approach to getting your business running smoothly and ready to grow.

Health & Wellbeing Networking Session 

11.15 am – 12 pm | Seminar Room

Meet with business in the the health & wellbeing sector. Facilitated by trainer, speaker and Traitor’s star, Andrew Jenkins. VIP ticket required,

Raising Your Marketing Game – Ben Gallacher, Gala Media

11.30 am -12pm | BizTalk Zone

Ben covers what marketing strategies are getting the best results now.

Why 80% of SME AI Projects Fail – Duniya Moore

12 pm – 12.20 pm | Seminar Room

How high-stakes B2B service SMEs can cut through the AI hype to build true operational clarity, control and confidence

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!