Gatwick Timetable
There are many events happening during the day so we’ve pulled them all together here. If you have any questions about the day then please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Keynote Speaker
10.40am – 11.10am
Thursday 17th October 2024
Expertise and Knowledge, Inspiration and Motivation – keynote speakers are experts in their field and bring insights that can challenge conventional thinking and encourage diversity and creativity.
Our keynote session will be an interview with Gail Porter
With a compelling story or message that can inspire and motivate, our keynote speaker is an important part of the exhibition. We invite speakers that attract a diverse audience, including professionals, industry leaders, and decision-makers to provide visitors with excellent networking opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals.
An interview with Gail Porter
Join us for an inspiring and insightful keynote session featuring Gail Porter, renowned television presenter and mental health advocate.
In this exclusive interview, conducted by the CEO of Together Co, a leading loneliness charity, Gail will discuss her extensive work with charities across the UK, including high-profile collaborations on issues like homelessness.
Discover the critical importance of engaging with the charity sector and how these partnerships can significantly enhance your business.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and forge meaningful connections.
Seminars & Workshops
Attending our seminars can be highly beneficial for personal and professional growth. Our industry experts share valuable insights, trends, and best practices helping you stay up-to-date with the latest developments.
Workshops are tailored for people who want a more pro-active learning experience.
Morning Session
Meeting Room
Gatwick – Thursday 17th October 2024
11:30am – 12:10pm
LinkedIn – How to create a Powerful Personal Profile and Leverage LinkedIn for Lead Generation
Come along to this session to learn how you can power-up your presence on LinkedIn.
Find out how you can raise the profile of your business and personal brand, as well as identify leads and nurture business relationships.
LinkedIn is so underutilised by many business people…yet it is a fantastic platform for marketing and business development.
This session with Emma Pearce will give you many insights and practical tips to implement immediately.
Learn about:
- Fully optimising your personal profile (are you missing some of the essentials?)
- Content ideas and best practice
- How to use LinkedIn for lead generation (free and paid)
Don’t miss the opportunities that this platform can offer – you can learn to love LinkedIn too!
Speaker : Emma Pearce, Founder Pearce Marketing
Emma Pearce is an experienced marketing consultant and has been running her marketing agency, Pearce Marketing, in Sussex for over 16 years.
Pearce Marketing helps SME business owners feel confident in their marketing strategy and get results.
Specialising in marketing strategy and customer research, as well as delivering a flexible outsourced service for measurable traditional and digital marketing implementation and marketing training.
Emma has an excellent reputation as an engaging speaker that always provides practical tips to takeaway – on a range of subjects including marketing strategy, leveraging LinkedIn and demystifying SEO.
Her career includes roles with national and multinational companies in the UK and overseas.
In May 2024 Emma appeared on TV working with Alex Polizzi – on The Hotel Inspector – as her “marketing guru” (Alex’s words!) to help deliver her vision to transform The Original Hut Company in Bodiam, Sussex.
12:30pm – 1.00pm
The Low-Down on Social SEO
SEO isn’t just for Google, social SEO is here and it’s evolving.
Come along to understand what Social SEO is and how to benefit from it.
- Where AI fits your business
- Costs and investment strategies
- Success stories
- Where to start ?
Speaker: Rachael Dines, Shake It Up Creative
Rachael Dines is the founder of Shake It Up Creative, an award-winning, growing marketing agency in West Sussex.
A Chartered Marketer and approved small business advisor with Enterprise Nation, BIPC Sussex, West Sussex County Council and on various funded business support programmes, her marketing career has spanned over 20 years across the B2B, B2C and Charity sectors.
Just before becoming self-employed, Rachael received a UKTI scholarship which took her to Chicago to study B2B Marketing at the world-class Kellogg School of Management with a work placement at LinkedIn.
Her agency clients have included Samaritans, Pinot & Picasso, Brighton Gin and Savile Row Company amongst hundreds of small businesses. Rachael has featured in newspapers, on podcasts, on BBC Radio Sussex and as the live, expert SEO guest on the LBC Radio Clive Bull Business Show.
Afternoon Session
Meeting Room
Gatwick – Thursday 17th October 2024
1:20pm – 2:00pm
Empower your financial future: Key priorities for professionals, entrepreneurs and business owners.
In today’s world, we all play diverse roles both within our personal lives and in the professional sphere. So, when it comes to securing our long-term financial well-being, there are many factors to consider – which can become overwhelming without the right guidance.
At Wellesley, we’ll work with you at each stage of your journey to create a flexible plan that allows you to grow in line with your financial ambitions. We’ll guide you in making decisions and help you navigate your way through life’s challenges enabling you to feel more confident, better prepared and more in control of your money.
So, whether you’re a business owner/director or simply want to ensure your money is working effectively for you, come and join me for an insight into what we believe should be your key financial priorities.
Speaker: Samantha Kaye, Chartered Financial Planner, Wellesley
Samantha has over 20 years’ experience in financial services and is a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society – the most prestigious level of professional achievement within the industry.
Her renowned client-centric approach drives her passion to empower others with the financial confidence needed to take control and navigate life’s financial complexities.
By working together, Samantha will develop a comprehensive financial strategy spanning both your personal and business finances – enabling you to secure a brighter future.
