Get Ready for Gatwick
13th October 2025
Author EditorPosted on Categories Networking & Events
The county’s business shows keep growing.
The Eastbourne Business Show has wrapped up, and what a debut it was. Our first expo in the town drew an impressive crowd of exhibitors, delegates and sponsors, all eager to make meaningful connections. The feedback was unanimous: Eastbourne delivered.
From headline sponsor Lightning Fibre, who praised the town’s dynamic, digitally enabled future, to Alison Turner of the Federation of Small Businesses, who called it “another fantastic event” for members and new businesses alike, Eastbourne has already earned its place in the Sussex business calendar.
The good news is that you won’t have to wait until next year for the next big business gathering.
The Gatwick Business Show returns for its second year on Thursday 16th October 2025, taking place at The Elite Venue Selection Felbridge from 10am to 3pm. In partnership with Gatwick Diamond Business, the event promises another day of networking, insights and opportunity. It is perfectly placed to attract companies not only from Sussex, but also Surrey, Kent and beyond.
This year’s headline speaker is Simon Fisher, Brand Manager at Ergos, who will present a session titled “How to Help a Hacker Steal Your Data.” With over 20 years of experience in IT consultancy and cybersecurity, Simon will deliver a light-hearted but eye-opening look at how cybercriminals exploit everyday mistakes. From phishing emails to weak passwords, delegates will learn how to stay a step ahead of would-be hackers.
With exhibition stands already close to selling out, the Gatwick show is the perfect place to raise your profile, showcase your business, and meet potential clients face-to-face. It’s fast becoming a fixture for ambitious businesses across the region.
Brighton 2026 stands on sale
Looking ahead, the Brighton & Hove Business Show 2026 will take place at the Amex Stadium on Thursday 4th June 2026. Though it may seem some way off, prime stands are already in high demand and expected to sell quickly.
To support this growth, the shows have also announced a new marketing partnership with Brighton-based agency Marketing 101, who will be working to expand the events’ reach and visibility. Both Alex Ryan of Marketing 101 and Ian Trevett will be exhibiting at Gatwick, so be sure to say hello.
From Eastbourne’s successful launch to Gatwick’s return and Brighton’s future plans, Mike Monk’s business shows are cementing themselves as must-attend dates for businesses across the South East.