WHY VISIT? 

The Kent Business Show the largest business event in Kent 

​The highly anticipated FREE Kent Business Show is returning on Tuesday 16 March 2027 to the new venue Mercure Maidstone Great Danes Hotel - with more exhibition space, additional seminar areas and unlimited free parking, helping us welcome even more businesses from across Kent and the South East.
 

Designed to bring together local businesses, decision-makers, and professionals, the Kent Business Show offers an unparalleled platform for networking, learning, and showcasing products and services.

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Kent Business Show Highlights

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• Networking Breakfast Start your day with a relaxed breakfast, good company, and inspiring conversation. Meet local businesses, make new contacts, and hear from three fantastic guest speakers. A great way to connect before the show begins.
   

• Keynote Speaker Daniel Rubin, Founder and Chairman of The Dune Group, one of the UK’s most successful entrepreneurs. 
   

• Panel Sessions join open honest conversations on the business topics that matter. Learn from experts and successful entrepreneurs — and join in the discussion too. 
   

• In conversation with… successful entrepreneurs share their stories live. Real talk about wins, challenges and what it takes to grow a business today. 
   

• Women in Business Hour Chaired by Sian Murphy, this session celebrates and connects women in business. Open to everyone come and be part of the conversation. 
   

• Digital Kent stay ahead with digital tools and trends every business needs now. AI, automation, data, cybersecurity, content marketing, online sales and more. 
   

• Speed networking meet new business contacts and make valuable connections in a fun, structured session. A great way to introduce your business, grow your network and make the most of your day.
   

• Serial entrepreneurs - building, growing and starting again spotting opportunities, recovering from setbacks, scaling businesses and what they would do differently next time.
   

• Meet the experts advice session with our panel covering finance, HR, legal, 
  digital, marketing.

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With a mix of up-to-date business discussions, interactive sessions, and exhibitor showcases, the Kent Business Show is an essential event for businesses looking to build their connections and increase their knowledge.

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A day packed with opportunities, inspiration, and collaboration for businesses across the county.