Grow Your Business Expo 2025
The premier business growth event for ambitious entrepreneurs and businesses across the Midlands. Join us on 20th November 2025 at the Coventry Building Society Arena for a day of connection, collaboration, and celebration culminating in a prestigious awards ceremony recognising business excellence.
Grow Your Business Expo 2025
Coventry Building Society Arena | 20th November 2025
Mark your calendars for the Midlands' most anticipated business event of 2025. The Grow Your Business Expo brings together hundreds of ambitious entrepreneurs and business leaders for a full day of networking, learning, and celebration at one of the region's premier venues.
About the Event
This is the big one. The idea that's been living rent-free in my head for years is finally becoming a reality.
Grow Your Business Expo is a bold new event for ambitious business owners, service providers, and entrepreneurs across the Midlands, built from the ground up to deliver connection, collaboration and growth.
We're mixing expert insight with real-world strategy, a buzzing daytime expo with local exhibitors, and a gala evening that actually feels like a celebration, complete with drinks reception, charity auction, and 15 business award categories.
This is more than just a one-day event. It's the beginning of something bigger.
Event Highlights
Attendees & Networking
300+ business delegates attending the daytime expo with plenty of structured networking breaks throughout the day. Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and potential collaborators.
Expert Speakers
5 expert business speakers sharing practical growth strategies plus 1 mystery keynote guest interviewed live on stage. Gain actionable insights to implement in your business.
Exhibition Space
35+ exhibitor stands from local and regional businesses showcasing their services and solutions. Discover new partnerships and opportunities for growth.
Gala Dinner & Awards
250 guests attending the evening celebration with a 3-course dinner, entertainment, charity auction, and 15 award categories celebrating business excellence across the Midlands.
All daytime delegates will enjoy breakfast and lunch included with their ticket, ensuring maximum time for networking and learning throughout the day.
Who It's For
Whether you're a one-person powerhouse, a growing team, or an established business looking to expand your reach, this event is designed for people like you.
We're bringing together the most ambitious and forward-thinking businesses across the Midlands to create meaningful connections and drive growth.
Solopreneurs and micro-businesses
Perfect for independent professionals looking to expand their network and find new clients or partners.
Service providers and professionals
Ideal for consultants, agencies, and experts wanting to showcase their expertise and connect with potential clients.
High-growth firms looking to scale
For established businesses seeking new strategies, partners and opportunities to accelerate growth.
B2B businesses seeking new leads
Perfect for companies targeting other businesses who want to develop genuine connections and qualified prospects.
Sponsorship Opportunities
(All prices exclude VAT)
Each of these packages includes industry exclusivity. Once a sponsor secures a Gold, Silver, or Bronze spot in your sector, no other sponsor from your industry can take part at any level. They may still exhibit, but sponsorship access is locked.
All sponsorships are allocated first come, first served.
Gold Sponsor
Premium headline partnership with maximum brand visibility and speaking opportunity.
Silver Sponsor
Award category sponsorship with premium exhibition space and full marketing visibility.
Bronze Sponsor
High-visibility package with exhibition space and extensive brand recognition.
Gold Sponsor – £25,000
Become our headline partner, with full brand association across the event, signage, digital marketing and more. As our exclusive Gold Sponsor, you'll receive unparalleled visibility and the highest level of benefits.
Premium Visibility
Premium expo stand in the highest footfall location. Centre page profile in printed programme, with branding on main stage, screens, signage, lanyards and delegate passes.
Content Opportunity
Keynote speaking opportunity during the daytime plus promotional video played throughout venue. We send a Videographer to film a promo video for you to keep.
VIP Treatment
2 VIP gala dinner tickets at the VIP table, 2 nights hotel accommodation (double/twin room), and 50% off additional gala tickets.
Permanent listing as a legacy sponsor in future events with first refusal on 2026 Gold sponsorship, at this year's price.
🟡 Only 1 available
Silver Sponsor – £8,500
Award category sponsorship with premium expo presence, full digital and printed marketing visibility. This mid-tier sponsorship package offers excellent visibility and benefits:
  • Award category sponsorship, with your business name announced on stage
  • Full-page profile in the printed programme, alongside our top-tier sponsors
  • Professional promo video (worth £2,500) filmed by our dedicated videographer and played on venue screens throughout the day
  • 10ft stand in a premium, high-footfall location within the expo
  • Welcome Drinks Reception Co-Sponsorship your brand featured as one of the hosts of the gala's opening celebration
  • Professional photo with your award winner, ideal for social media and PR
  • ‘Silver Sponsor’ lanyard badge and branded stand signage
  • Two dedicated shout-outs across our event social media (pre- and post-event)
  • 2 gala dinner tickets at the exclusive Silver Sponsors’ table
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation (double/twin room included)
  • First refusal on 2026 Silver sponsorship, held at this year’s price
Strictly limited to 4 Silver Sponsors with industry exclusivity.
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Limited Spots
Only four Silver sponsorships available with industry exclusivity.
£8.5K
Investment
Excellent value for premium positioning and award sponsorship.
Bronze Sponsor – £5,000
A high-visibility package without award sponsorship. The Bronze sponsorship offers excellent value while maintaining industry exclusivity:
  • 6ft branded exhibitor space in a prominent area of the expo
  • Quarter-page printed profile in the official event programme
  • ‘Bronze Sponsor’ lanyard badge and branded stand signage
  • Group photo of all Bronze Sponsors, provided after the event for your socials
  • One dedicated pre-event social media shout-out
  • Social mentions and event recap inclusion
  • Group thank-you mention during the event welcome
  • 2 gala dinner tickets, with 50% off additional guest tickets
  • 50% off hotel accommodation at the event rate
  • First refusal on 2026 Bronze sponsorship, held at this year’s price
First refusal on 2026 Bronze sponsorship, at this year's price
🟠 Strictly limited to 6 Bronze Sponsors with industry exclusivity.
🟢 Growth Partner Package
£1,247 + VAT
Designed for ambitious brands seeking visibility and alignment with the Grow Your Business Expo, without the commitment of a full sponsorship.
This package is perfectly suited for smaller businesses, startups, and service providers looking to build credibility, connect with key decision-makers, and champion Midlands business growth. Gain prominent brand exposure before, during, and after the event, along with two full-day delegate tickets for networking.
What's Included:
  • Logo on the event website (Growth Partner section)
  • Mention in the digital event guide
  • Group thank you post on social media
  • Mention in one pre-event email to attendees
  • 2 gala dinner tickets, with 50% off additional guest tickets
  • Flyer/promo card placement at the welcome desk
  • Name/logo on the welcome screen during morning intro
  • Priority invitation to future sponsorship opportunities
Please note:
This package does not include an exhibitor stand or sponsorship exclusivity.
Award Sponsor – £850
Sponsor one of our 15 award categories. This affordable sponsorship option gives you visibility during the prestigious evening awards ceremony:
  • Sponsor one of our 15 award categories, your name on the trophy and on-screen during the winner announcement
  • Professional photo with the award winner, provided after the event for your own PR and social media
  • Your business listed in the printed programme under your sponsored award
  • 2 gala dinner tickets, with 50% off additional guest tickets
  • First refusal on your award category for 2026
🟤 Award choices made after Gold and Silver sponsors have selected
"Sponsoring an award category offers excellent brand association and visibility during the most prestigious part of the event - the evening gala and awards ceremony."
Supporter Sponsor – £350
10 available (does not include on-site presence)
Ideal for businesses that want brand exposure without taking a full sponsor or exhibitor package. The Supporter Sponsorship is perfect for companies with limited budgets or those who can't attend in person:
  • Add up to 3 branded items into delegate welcome bags (flyers, samples, promo materials)
  • Your business listed in the printed programme under “Supporter Sponsors”
  • Pre-event recognition in our official supporter thank-you post
Note: If a sponsor in your industry has already secured a Gold, Silver or Bronze package, the only available route will be to exhibit, not sponsor.
This is an excellent option for businesses that want to reach the audience but don't have the resources for a full exhibition presence.
Exhibitor Packages
(All prices exclude VAT)
Pay 25% today to secure your stand. Balance due 45 days before the event.
Get your business in front of hundreds of decision-makers during the busiest time of year for planning, partnerships and growth.
All exhibitors are listed in the printed programme and get access to lunch, refreshments, and networking breaks throughout the day.
4ft Table – £397
Includes cloth, Wi-Fi, printed listing
📍 Standard position
6ft Table – £647
Includes cloth, Wi-Fi, printed listing
More space for your brand display
📍 Standard position (first come, first placed)
Premium Exhibitor – £1,197
Includes cloth, Wi-Fi, printed listing
10ft space with "Premium Exhibitor" status in printed programme and first pick of location in the main hall after sponsors
All exhibitors receive: 1 gala dinner ticket, discounted rate for
additional gala tickets for team, clients or guests, free refreshments and lunch during the day, and printed programme listing.
Award Categories
Premier Awards
  • Entrepreneur of the Year (Gold sponsor only)
  • Best New Business
  • Innovative Business of the Year
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Sustainable Business Award
Culture & Leadership
  • Best Family Business
  • Community Impact
  • Best Employer
  • Rising Star Award
  • Outstanding Leadership
Specialist Excellence
  • Best Use of Technology
  • Digital Transformation
  • Excellence in Export
  • Health & Wellbeing Initiative
  • Diversity & Inclusion Award
🎖 Award allocation:
  • Gold Sponsor: Entrepreneur of the Year (automatically)
  • Silver Sponsors: pick next
  • Award Sponsors: choose from what remains
  • Bronze: does not include award sponsorship
Want to Get Involved?
Whether you're looking to sponsor, exhibit, or just attend, let's chat.
Mark Harris 📱 07969 122260
This event's already generating buzz, and we'd love to have you there.
"We're committed to making this the most valuable business event in the Midlands. Our team is ready to discuss how we can tailor participation to meet your specific goals and objectives."
Why Now's the Time
Next year, Grow Your Business Expo becomes a two-day event, with more speakers, more stands, and bigger plans.
Prices will rise significantly for 2026.
The Best Pricing
Lock in inaugural event rates before 2026 price increases.
First Refusal Rights
Secure priority access to next year's expanded event.
Founding Partner Status
Gain recognition as part of the original event that started it all.
If you're thinking about it… now's the time to move.
By getting involved this year, you'll establish your brand as a founding supporter of what will become the Midlands' premier business growth event.
Secure Your Place Today
Don't miss your opportunity to be part of the inaugural Grow Your Business Expo 2025. With limited spaces available for sponsors and exhibitors, and packages selling quickly, now is the time to confirm your participation.
Contact Mark Harris on 07969 122260 to discuss which option best suits your business goals and secure your place at this landmark event. *All Images are AI Generated and are for illustration purposes only.