Connect with hundreds of organisations at The Business Show Swindon

Excitement is building with only two weeks to go to the Business Show Swindon.  This show returns on 1 February 2012 at STEAM organised by GWE Business West and sponsored by Team South West, Relays (Regional Educational Legacy in Art and Youth Sport) and County Marquees. The show is an ideal opportunity for Swindon businesses to showcase themselves and will feature over 80 exhibitors from all across the region.  It’s free to attend and will run from 9am to 4pm.

There are only a few remaining stands available, prices range from £200 – £900.  Visit www.businessshowswindon.co.uk for further information.

James Averdieck, founder of luxurious dessert company Gü is set to give a fascinating keynote speech  at 12.30pm.  James will share his secrets for success on how he started Gü in 2003 with just £150,000 taking the company to sales of over £30m before selling in 2010.

Take part in a free speed networking session; fast, furious and fun.  A great way to increase your network of business contacts through this popular, fast-paced networking opportunity.  There are only four sessions remaining, with spaces filling fast, book your slot at www.businessshowswindon.co.uk

HM Revenue & Customs will be exhibiting at the show. Their specially trained Business Education and Support Teams will be on hand to help you understand your tax responsibilities and give you the confidence to get it right first time. Their services are free of charge and are designed for everyone in business, especially new businesses or new employers.  Drop by stand 36 to find out more about Research and Development (R&D) Relief for Corporation Tax.

Robert Gardner, Chief Economist, Nationwide Building Society has been confirmed as The Swindon Strategic Economic Partnership (SSEP) Annual Conference speaker.  The conference will run in the morning and will provide an update on current activity, including links with the newly formed Local Enterprise Partnership.

The show is easily accessible from the M4 and Swindon railway station. To register to attend visit www.businessshowswindon.co.uk

James Averdieck, founder of GU to speak at The Business Show Swindon

The Business Show Swindon returns on 1 February 2012 at STEAM organised by GWE Business West and sponsored by Team South West and Relays (Regional Educational Legacy in Art and Youth Sport). The show will feature over 80 exhibitors from across the region and is free to attend.

James Averdieck, founder of luxurious desert company GU is set to give the keynote speech at The Business Show 2012.  James will share his secrets for success on how he started GU in 2003 with just £150,000 taking the company to sales of over £30m before selling in 2010. Space is limited so if you would like to hear James talk email events@businesswest.co.uk

After the enormous success of the LinkedIn Espresso Bar we are delighted to announce two new sessions for 2012’s show. The Business West LinkedIn group has doubled in size since the last show to over 3400 members providing more opportunity to make new business contacts. We would like to exclusively invite members of this group to meet at the Business Show and extend online connections offline. Why not come along and join us between 11 – 12 or 1.30 – 2.30 and enjoy a complimentary coffee on the mezzanine floor? Join the LinkedIn group today www.bwlinkedin.co.uk

Ian Larrard, Director of The Initiative in Swindon and Wiltshire, GWE Business West said: “The LinkedIn Espresso Bar is an innovative way to bring members together so that they can network face to face.  This is an ideal way to create online discussions in real life and extend your business network.”

The Swindon Strategic Economic Partnership (SSEP) Annual Conference 2012 will run in the morning of 1 February, alongside The Business Show Swindon. After a busy year, SSEP will provide an update on current activity, including links with the newly formed Local Enterprise Partnership. A full agenda will be provided shortly. To book visit www.businessshowswindon.co.uk

The show, easily accessible from the M4 and Swindon railway station, will run from 9am to 4pm.  To register to attend visit www.businessshowswindon.co.uk