Here you can find a number of the sessions that are taking place during the unLTD Business Expo.
Unltd Business Breakfast Panel Debate
The Future is Female: Why investing in women leaders is crucial for business success.
A 2019 McKinsey report found that companies with more women in executive roles saw a 21% increase in profitability. But why does gender diversity drive better business outcomes? This panel will explore the tangible impact of female leadership—not just in boosting profits, but also in attracting top talent, shaping cultural and societal trends, and driving ethical and corporate responsibility.
Joining host James Marriott are three business leaders at the forefront of change: Christine Lamb from Sheffield Chamber of Commerce, Emma Conroy, founder of ethical recruitment firm Inclusive Consulting, and Katie Ash, Director and Head of Employment Law at Banner Jones Solicitors. Together, they’ll share insights, real-world examples, and strategies for fostering more inclusive leadership in today’s business landscape
Book Session
James Marriott - Grow Your Business With Conversational Content
You want to create content for your business which is authentic and engaging, relatable and organic, right? You want to tick the ‘story telling’ box and get the right balance between long form and short form content. You want to grab people’s attention on social media but also on YouTube and other platforms. Well join James for this talk, where he’ll explain how to do all this simply by putting podcasting front and centre of your marketing plan.
Speed Networking Session 1 hosted by SYBN
Join us for an exciting Speed Networking session designed to maximize your connections in a short time! Over the course of 30 minutes, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in ten 3-minute meetings with fellow professionals. This fast-paced format is perfect for making meaningful introductions, sharing quick insights about your business, and discovering potential collaborations. Bring plenty of business cards and be ready to give your best elevator pitch! Hosted by our friends and networking experts, South Yorkshire Business Network.
Book Session
Meaningful Connections: Elevating Your Networking Beyond the Basics with Shane Young, Hannah Duraid and Jay Bhayani and Russell Thompson.
Networking is more than handing out business cards or collecting LinkedIn connections—it’s about building authentic, lasting relationships. In this session, we’ll explore actionable strategies to ensure your networking efforts are intentional, impactful, and aligned with your professional goals. James Marriott hosts and is joined by networking gurus Shane Young (B&RCC), Hannah Duraid (Great Escape), Russ Thompson (RT Consulting) and Jay Bhayani (Bhayani Law).
Book SessionSpeed Networking Session 2 hosted by SYBN
Join us for an exciting Speed Networking session designed to maximize your connections in a short time! Over the course of 30 minutes, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in ten 3-minute meetings with fellow professionals. This fast-paced format is perfect for making meaningful introductions, sharing quick insights about your business, and discovering potential collaborations. Bring plenty of business cards and be ready to give your best elevator pitch! Hosted by our friends and networking experts, South Yorkshire Business Network.
Book Session
Grants, Finance, and Training
Unlocking Resources to Grow Your Business with Whyy Change’s Anne Wilson and more.
Securing business grants and finance can be a game-changer but knowing where to start—and how to make the most of the funding—can be daunting. This session simplifies the process, helping you identify opportunities and understand the role of grants in accessing training and upskilling for your team. Hosted by Phil Turner with Whyy Change’s Anne Wilson, Dan Wilkinson (Business Sheffield) Lisa Whalley (South Yorkshire Innovation Programme) and Fiona Fletcher (Opportunity Sheffield).
Book Session
unLTD Business Social and Live Podcast
Phil Turner is joined by Stevan Parkin, a verified Twitch Partner and co-founder of the Online Gaming Academy, to hear how he turned his isolated childhood spent gaming into a positive experience to inspire and educate Gen Zers.
Book Session