“One of the top five places in the UK to start a business” – Luton Enterprise Week returns
Luton Enterprise Week will return in November with a five-day programme aimed at helping businesses and entrepreneurs start, grow and develop.
The event will run from November 16 to 20, and follows on from the success of the town's first Enterprise Week last year.
The expanded programme will bring together entrepreneurs, businesses, young people, educators and industry experts for workshops, networking and advice.
Events will include:
- Business growth sessions covering Meet the Buyer, access to finance, sales and AI
- Workshops on social enterprise and business development
- Sessions focused on construction, creative industries, advanced manufacturing and professional services
- A market stall event for businesses and entrepreneurs to showcase their products and ideas
- Networking opportunities with businesses, entrepreneurs and industry professionals
- Women in Enterprise and future talent sessions, including workshops for young people
Councillor Basit Mahmood said: “With Luton being one of the top five places in the UK to start a business, the town has an incredible entrepreneurial spirit and Enterprise Week is about creating opportunities for that ambition to grow.
“This is also a transformative moment for our town, with more than £5bn of investment planned or already under way.”
The programme is being delivered with support from Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce, The Culture Trust, the University of Bedfordshire, Wenta and local businesses and organisations.
Michael Martin, head of net zero and advice at Wenta, said: “The format of Luton Enterprise Week offers local firms and social enterprises the time and space to do business.
"You’ll make valuable contacts and have the chance to gain insights through discussions with other founders, while sharing what works, asking questions and picking up practical takeaways.
He added: “You’ll also connect with networks across Luton and access support to become more investment-ready, secure grants, improve tendering and procurement.”
Businesses and entrepreneurs can view the full programme and register through the Step Forward Luton website.