Conference & Awards
Be inspired and challenged with an all-female lineup of experts.
Scotland
Edinburgh
Hybrid event available in person and online.
9th October 2023
South West
England
Hybrid event available in person and online.
11th October 2023
West Midlands
England
Hybrid event available in person and online.
17th October 2023
Women's Business Conference & Awards is a hybrid event where dynamic female business leaders connect, world-class speakers share their expertise and exhibit with the climax of our Women's Business Awards.
Businesses from various regions gather for a day of business networking, Expert Pods, Workshops and a chance to explore some of their business needs. Spend a day working on your business and not in it - you and your business deserve it!
GET PITCH PERFECT
Getting more women in
front of investors
*No singing required!
It's a commonly known fact that only around 2% of female business founders are getting funded - this is a problem!
We're on a mission to get more women funded.
Whatever stage you are at in your funding journey, whether you are considering your options or looking to finetune your ask, we want to support you on that journey to prepare, practice, and pitch.
This year Women's Business Conference is running a special live pitch session where we invite founders to apply for the opportunity to practice their pitch directly to investors. Submit your pitch below and the top two applications will present live to our panel of investors at the conference and receive guidance and feedback on how to finetune their pitch.
There is no fee to submit your pitch, and all submissions will receive complimentary access to our Masterclass "4 Things Investors Want to Hear In Your Pitch" worth £399, hosted by Fortro Ltd.
Also at the Conference:
Expert Pods
Exhibiting Done Differently
15 minute one-to-one sessions with industry experts designed to...
- Facilitate opportunities to connect with industry leaders and gain valuable insights.
- Ask your burning questions, and get direct and relevant answers.
- Come away with more than just a stack of business cards, but the beginning of relevant budding business relationships.
- Serve you and support your business journey rather than for you to be sold at.
Workshops
A Lesson, Not a Lecture
One-hour quality workshops offering engaging and interactive sessions with hand-picked industry experts designed to...
- Offer tailored and interactive sessions that are relevant to your business journey and will get you to the next level.
- Provide in-depth expert content that will challenge and inspire you.
- Get maximum value from our speakers through practical application
Speed Networking
Scale your business and advance in your career by taking advantage of who will be in the room. Connect and build relationships with other SME founders, business leaders & corporate executives.
Awards
Acknowledging and celebrating women's professional achievements.
Would you like to secure an elevated status in the business community? Gain PR exposure for your brand? Or just enjoy the acknowledgment and celebration of a job well done! Find out more about participating below.
More informationDay Plan
8:45
Directors Welcome & Expert Pods
We kickstart the day with a welcome from the conference director followed by our first expert pod sessions.
11:00
Workshops
60-minute interactive workshops.
13:00
Lunch Break
Delicious and healthy finger buffet with hot drinks.
13:30
Speed Networking & Expert Pods
An opportunity to network with other delegates and our second expert pod sessions.
15:30
Speaker & Awards
Our keynote speaker followed by our main awards.
17:00
Event End
The event doesn't have to end here, find out how to get involved with Women's Business Club year-round.
Women's Business Conference is a great annual conference to be part of because of the quality of speakers, a celebration of women in business and their inspirational stories and the networking opportunities with other businesses all under one roof!
Lucy Sherry, Thomson & Bancks SolicitorsWomen's Business Conference is a crucial date in my calendar! It's a non-negotiable 'must attend' for me. I always come away buzzing, with fruitful leads, and totally inspired!
Jen Hall, Business Coach