Outside of the chance to visit all our exhibitors, we have a vast programme of content at our March Expo… here’s the lowdown.
8.30am-10am
Breakfast Panel Debate: The Future is Female: Why investing in women leaders is crucial for business success.
A 2019 McKinsey report revealed that companies with more women in executive roles generated 21% higher profitability. We explore why this is the case and also look at other areas where female business leaders have been seen to have a tangible impact. Joining host James Marriott is Sheffield Chamber of Commerce’s Christine Lamb, Emma Conroy who runs ethical recruiters Inclusive Consulting and Banner Jones Solicitors Director and Head of Employment Lay, Katie Ash.
10.30am-11am
James Marriott: Podcasting in 2025: Grow Your Business With Conversational Content
You want to create content for your business which is authentic and engaging, relatable and organic, right? Join James for this talk, where he’ll explain how to do all this simply by putting podcasting front and centre of your marketing plan.
11.15am-11.45am
Speed Networking Session1 with SYBN
Join us for an exciting Speed Networking session designed to maximize your connections in a short time! Over the course of 30 minutes, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in ten 3-minute meetings with fellow professionals.
12pm-12.30pm
Meaningful Connections: Elevating Your Networking Beyond the Basics
Networking is more than handing out business cards or collecting LinkedIn connections—it’s about building authentic, lasting relationships. In this session, we’ll explore actionable strategies to ensure your networking efforts are intentional, impactful, and aligned with your professional goals. James Marriot hosts and is joined by networking gurus Shane Young (B&RCC), Hannah Duraid (Great Escape), Russ Thompson (RT Consulting) and Jay Bhayani (Bhayani Law).
12.45pm-1.15pm
Speed Networking Session 2 with SYBN
Our second Speed Networking session of the day designed to maximize your connections in a short time! Over the course of 30 minutes, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in ten 3-minute meetings with fellow professionals.
1.30pm-2pm
Grants, Finance, and Training: Unlocking Resources to Grow Your Business
Securing business grants and finance can be a game-changer but knowing where to start—and how to make the most of the funding—can be daunting. This session simplifies the process, helping you identify opportunities and understand the role of grants in accessing training and upskilling for your team. Hosted by Phil Turner with Whyy Change’s Anne Wilson, Dan Wilkinson (Business Sheffield) and Fiona fletcher (Opportunity Sheffield).
2.15pm-2.45pm
The Business of Doing Good: Funding & Strategy for CICs, Charities, and Social Enterprises
Non-profits are businesses too—but why aren’t they getting the same support?
Join Wendy Ward (Let’s Save), Lucinda White (Pure Awards), and Rowan Hall (Communications Consultant, YWCA Yorkshire) for an insightful panel discussion tackling the challenges facing CICs, charities, and social enterprises when it comes to funding and strategy.
3pm-4pm
unLTD Business Social
For our last session of the day, Phil Turner is joined by Stevan Parkin, a verified Twitch Partner and co-founder of the Online Gaming Academy, to hear how he turned his isolated childhood spent gaming into a positive experience to inspire and educate Gen Zers.
