Networking made easy – Brighton & Hove Business Show goes interactive

New digital entry passes can be used throughout the day to keep a record of every new contact made.

With less than two months to go, the Amex Stadium is gearing up to host one of the biggest one-day networking events in the South East. Brighton & Hove Business Show returns for a fourth year on June 5 – with a few added extras.

A no-queuing entry system, used for the first time last year, has been upgraded to provide additional benefits for both exhibitors and visitors. A unique QR code on every event pass can be scanned by mobile phones to provide a digital record of the day.

The high-tech networking aid means there’s no need to keep hold of business cards or make notes. One quick swipe and everything is done for you!

To take advantage of the new system, visitors will need to register for a pass, which is completely free, in advance of the event.

Organiser Mike Monk says, with limited places, the time to register is now.

“I am looking forward to using the system myself and hope visitors and exhibitors find it useful,” he added. “It is a tool I am certain will remove a lot of the hassle that goes with networking at a busy event.

“It’s practical but also a bit of fun.”

The seminar timetable for the Business Conference element of the show is now complete. That starts ahead of the main event with a Business Breakfast at 8am in HB’s restaurant at the Amex. Guest speaker is April Baker, CEO of Together Co.

During the show, the following seminars are lined up:

10.40am – Keynote: Andrew Wright, CEO of Action Your Potential, will talk about ‘Be A #NeuroNinja & Learn Well-Being Is A Skill’.

11.30am – Brandon Harris, a certified EOS Implementer, will speak about ‘Making Leadership Teams More Effective’.

12.30pm – James Armstrong, Creative Director at Social Firefly, will speak about ‘How to Maximise Your Social Media Impact on a Limited Budget’.

1.20pm – Alex Ryan, of Marketing 101, will talk about ‘From Zero to Podcaster in 30 Days’

Stands have sold well for this year’s event – but there’s always room for more! Brighton & Hove Business Show is suitable for new as well as long-established brands. It is also the ideal launch pad for new ideas, expansions and diversification.

With stand options to meet every budget, there’s room for all sizes of business – big or small.

Many exhibitors return year after year, happy with the new contacts they have made and, in many cases, new clients too. One exhibitor recently reported attracting their biggest customer to date at the event.

What makes Brighton & Hove Business Show really ‘tick’ is its vibe. As Mike says: “Both exhibitors and visitors say there is a great buzz in the room that creates a good atmosphere.

“It’s perfect for catching up with existing customers as well as potential new ones. I would like to encourage business owners to consider inviting clients. As well as bringing them into a mutually beneficial environment, they can dip in and out of four excellent seminars and visit the café where you can schedule a good catch up.”

A lot of new exhibitors have signed up this year and, to support them, Mike is running a free event in the run-up to the show. Taking place in the Mansell McTaggart Lounge at the Amex Stadium on May 14. ‘How To Be A Brilliant Exhibitor’ will help exhibitors get the very most out of their investment before, during and after the show. This event, which includes refreshments, is free to exhibitors.

Brighton & Hove Business Show is the place to do business this summer. The event runs from 10am to 3pm.

For stand bookings, visit https://brightonandhovebusinessshow.uk/book-a-stand/

For a free visitor pass, visit https://brightonandhovebusinessshow.uk/visitor-registration/

To attend the Business Breakfast, visit: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/brightonandhovebusinessshow