Speed Networking at SCALE EXPO & SUMMIT
In partnership with
What to expect
This is fast, focused, high-value networking built for founders.
Across both days, you’ll be able to join a series of short, structured sessions with other attendees - giving you the chance to:
- Introduce your business clearly and confidently
- Discover what others are building
- Spot opportunities to collaborate, buy, sell, or support
- Build a pipeline of meaningful follow-up conversations
No awkward introductions. No wasted time. Just high-quality interactions, back-to-back.
Why networking matters for entrepreneurs
The right conversation can unlock:
- Your next customer
- A strategic partnership
- A key hire or advisor
- Investment opportunities
- Or simply a fresh perspective that changes how you think
Speed Networking In partnership with Innovate UK Business Connect
This year, we’re partnering with Innovate UK Business Connect to make Speed Networking even more valuable.
Their team will be actively participating in the sessions - helping you understand what support is available to grow your business, including:
- Access to networks and connections
- Funding & finance support
- Innovation programmes and opportunities
It’s a chance to not only grow your network - but also tap into one of the UK’s most powerful business support ecosystems.
Dozens of connections. Unlimited potential.
You never know which conversation will change your business.
But you dramatically increase your chances when you’re in the right room - meeting the right people - at the right pace.
Alongside Speed Networking, you’ll also benefit from SCALE Connectors - their role is to actively introduce you to the people you should be meeting. Together, they ensure you’re not just meeting more people, but meeting the right people.
Join Speed Networking at SCALE EXPO & SUMMIT and start making the connections that matter.
Hosted in partnership with Innovate UK Business Connect, speed networking will run on the hour throughout the event, from 11am each day.
Each session lasts 45 minutes, made up of 9 × 5-minute 1:1 conversations.
Spaces are limited for each session across both days, and demand is high from founders looking to grow their network with intent. Register now to secure your place and make sure you don’t miss out.
