Bristol Business Exhibition & Conference

The Business Growth Shows are more than an exhibition — they bring together business connections, practical learning and opportunities to grow, all under one roof.

With between 250 and 400 businesses attending each show, you’ll have the opportunity to meet new people, build meaningful business relationships, discover new products and services, and hear from experienced business leaders.

Alongside the exhibition is our dedicated Conference Area, featuring a programme of speakers, seminars and expert business discussions. Thanks to our sponsors, the exhibition and conference is free to attend for all businesses, giving both members and visitors access to valuable insight without the cost normally associated with business conferences.

The aim is simple: to give businesses the connections, knowledge and ideas they need to take their business to the next stage.

The shows are open to both BGN members and visitors. BGN members have networking and the conference lunch included within their membership, while visitors can upgrade to a VIP ticket for priority access to our popular Speed Networking sessions and the VIP Networking Lunch.

So whether you are looking to make new connections, find suppliers, generate new opportunities, learn from experienced business leaders or gain fresh ideas for your business, The Business Growth Show brings it all together in one day.

It’s more than an expo. It’s a day designed to help you connect, learn and take your business to the next stage.

Event Schedule

• • 9:00am – 9:30am: Open Networking & Exhibitor Introductions
    Arrivals giving exhibitors and visitors time to connect before the main programme starts.
  • 9:30am – 10:30am: Latte Networking
    A relaxed networking session over coffee, designed to get people talking early and create genuine connections before the conference sessions begin.
  • 10:30am – 11:00am: Seminar 1
    A short, focused session with practical business insight.
  • 11:00am – 11:30am: Speed Networking
    Fast-paced, structured introductions designed to maximise the number of relevant business connections made.
  • 11:45am – 12:15pm: Seminar 2
    Practical insight from our next speaker, giving attendees something they can take away and use.
  • 12:30pm – 1:00pm: Business Growth Expert Panel
    A discussion covering real business challenges, opportunities and lessons from experienced business leaders.
  • 1:00pm – 1:30pm: LinkedIn Networking
    A practical, hands-on session helping attendees turn LinkedIn connections into real conversations and business relationships.
  • 1:30pm – 2:00pm: Speed Networking 
    A second opportunity to meet new businesses and make targeted introductions before the afternoon sessions.
  • 2:00pm – 2:15pm: Business Prize Draw – Win A Stand worth £595+VAT
    A quick and engaging prize draw, giving exhibitors another opportunity to be involved and encouraging visitors to stay until the end.
  • 2:15pm – 2:45pm: Seminar 3 
  • 2:45pm – 3:00pm: Final Networking & Exhibitor Connections
    A final opportunity to revisit exhibitors, exchange details and arrange follow-up conversations.
  • 3:00pm: Event Close

Don’t miss this chance to network with hundreds of businesses, gain insights from industry experts, and leave with practical strategies to grow your business.