1-2 October 2025

ExCeL London

STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS?
YES, LETS GO!


Turn your business idea into reality.

Join us, 1-2 October 2025 at the 5th edition of Karren Brady’s Women in Business & Tech Expo.

The number of UK businesses currently owned by women is at 32.37%, highlighting a remarkable shift from four years ago, when just 17% of founders were female (UENI, 2020).

Are you looking for inspiration and recommended business services to turn thinking into action? This could be starting your own business or side hustle, embarking on a freelancing journey or exploring franchising opportunities. Imagine saving yourself time and money trying to research and test the right solutions. Instead, you now have all the knowledge, support, and business strategy from the start to get your idea off the ground today.

WHY ATTEND?

Be inspired by female trailblazers

Listen to success stories from influential female founders and entrepreneurs who have grown and scaled their businesses, redefining what it is to be a Female Founder.

Save time & ask the experts

Meet 1-on-1 with market-leading providers on guidance to set-up your business for success and acquire the ‘know-how’ on fundamentals?

Agility, innovation, action

Learn from the experts who have worked with numerous business owners. Find the right solutions and support for businesses and start-ups.

Find your community

Connect with fellow entrepreneurs who are focused on starting their businesses and share insights.

5k+

Attendees

60+

World-class speakers

70+

Exhibitors

1-2-1

Meetings

8+

Roundtables

ABOUT THE EVENT

The #1 business event for women, looking for guidance, recommended products/services and expert advice to start their business.

Karren Brady’s Women in Business & Tech Expo is focused on advancing female leadership, centering conversations on propelling diversity in entrepreneurship, and providing solutions for female founders and business starters to thrive.

  • There was a huge buzz in the aisles and the theatres were packed out. When I first saw the line-up of fantastic speakers and sponsors, I knew I had to be involved. They’re working hard to inspire and empower their female workforce, and it’s just so inspiring to be a part of.

    Sara Davies MBE, Founder of Crafter's Companion & Investor on BBC Dragon's Den

  • A huge help for me in understanding where to focus my attention throughout my first year of business. I’ve now got new ideas to implement, as well as the names of companies to go to for further information and to use their services in the future.

    Jessica

  • Inspiring speakers, really motivated me to start my own business and start work on my business plan immediately.

    Stephanie

  • A wonderful 2 days spent listening to some of the most influential women in business.

    Lisa

MUST-VISIT EXHIBITORS

BUSINESS STARTER ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSIONS

To be considered for a roundtable you must purchase your ticket and express your interest on the registration form. For any queries, please email fiona@hubexhibitions.co.uk

Join us as a Business Starter in October!

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Award-winning event. Shortlisted for seven industry awards.
Among the top 80 event organisers and agencies in the UK & Ireland.

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