Thursday 30th April

Sixways Stadium, Worcester

book 10-min intros WITH

REAL

PEOPLE

BROWSE ATTENDEES WHO’VE OPTED IN, FIND RELEVANT PEOPLE, AND BOOK SHORT INTRO CHATS TO MAKE YOUR TIME AT THE FESTIVAL COUNT.

how it works

Browse people by category

  1. Click into profiles that look relevant

  2. Use their booking link to schedule a 10-minute intro

  3. Meet at the event and have a focused first conversation

  4. If you get stuck (or you’re too late to secure a slot with someone!), head to Authentic’s stand at the festival (Stand 59), and we’ll see what we can do for you on the day!

ground

rules

A quick note before you book

  • Keep meetings to 10 minutes

  • These are intro chats, not sales calls

  • Be respectful of people’s time

  • Don’t overbook yourself

  • If you can’t make it, reschedule or cancel via their link

book now

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121 profiles

Who
Sara Cresswell, Director, AlphaQuad Ltd

What they do
We support businesses to drive meaningful, converting traffic to their website so that it becomes a source of leads. This is achieved through website redesigns, SEO, paid advertising and social media marketing.

Who they want to meet
Any business who doesn't think there website is working as a sales tool currently that we could help, or associated companies such as PR, design and brand experts who might come into contact with businesses that need our help through our referral scheme.

Who
Ciaran Pillay, Director of Client Relations, CitCom

What they do
Full-service marketing agency who specialise in making SME marketing budgets work harder through expert growth strategy and digital execution.

Who they want to meet
Business owners and leaders who are readying themselves for the Zero Click Era – how you show up in AI search – through digital marketing.

Who
Jason Goodlad, Managing Director, Pixel Works Media

What they do
Pixel Works Media helps businesses grow by creating clear, strategic social media and content that builds trust, attracts the right audience and turns attention into enquiries.

Who they want to meet
Any new business or an existing business thats stuck in a rut or doesn't have a plan

Who
Scott Evans, Director, Wonderland AI

What they do
Bespoke AI training programme, AI Opportunity Assessments and AI Automations

Who they want to meet
Business owners and leaders who are ready to explore AI adoption but want practical guidance and someone who to trust to help them do it right.

Who
Nick French, Executive & Leadership Coach, Ceniril Coaching

What they do
Support leaders transitioning into new roles, specifically building their first team, first executive (board level) role, and first CEO / MD role

Who they want to meet
HR professionals, business owners and leaders curious about coaching, or those who are finding transition uncomfortable, legal professionals working towards partnership

Who
Katie French, Director, aquismedia & AV Heroes

What they do
acquismedia is a family run creative production, AV hire, and content agency. Built on a vision of combining technical excellence with a people first approach, acquismedia helps organisations and individuals enhance their spaces, events, and public presence.

Who they want to meet
Branding Agencies, Event Spaces, Education, Training and Charity Organisations

Who
Leigh-Anne Thombs, Sales Manager, Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club

What they do
Set on 140 acres near Tewkesbury, Hilton Puckrup Hall offers a 4-star stay with a championship golf course, spa, and highly rated dining experiences.

Who they want to meet
Anyone who perhaps would like to pop over for show round of the hotel that might be looking for meeting space, corporate bedrooms for clients or any questions in regards to our services

Who
Hugo Morris, Operations Manager, CJ Tree Surgeons

What they do
ARB-Approved & award winning tree surgery firm serving commercial and domestic clients across the West Midlands.

Who they want to meet
An ideal networking contact for us is someone well connected in property, construction, facilities management, estates, or local business circles who values reliable relationships and can introduce trusted contractors when opportunities arise.

Who
George Parker, Enterprise Sales Manager, Bizspace

What they do
We offer storage and manufacturing space in warehouse and office accommodation in Hartlebury Trading Estate, located between Worcester and Kidderminster.

Who they want to meet
Companies seeking warehouse, workshop, or storage space. Meeting commercial real estate agents.

Who
Richard Frazer, Director, TOP Networking Limited

What they do
I run the UK Network of TOP Networking.

Who they want to meet
People with questions about HOW TO network and good ideas to network with others.

Who
Paul Dolman, Business Development Manager, HFN Landscapes

What they do
Commercial Landscaping, Playground Installation and Fencing Contractor

Who they want to meet
Landscape Architect, Construction Contractor

Who
Jay Rixon, Operations Director, Lansalot Limited

What they do
IT and Telecommunications services for SMEs including all hardware and software, supply and support.

Who they want to meet
SMEs who rely heavily on their IT infrastructure to deliver their services/products. Companies that need to have their IT support available on the end of the phone… not waiting hours for a reply!!