Sponsorship

Bridges Fund Management is a specialist fund manager dedicated to sustainable and impact investing, with offices in London and New York. The Bridges Sustainable Growth Funds invest in growth businesses that are helping to tackle some of our biggest social and environmental challenges, supporting these companies to accelerate their commercial performance and deliver measurable positive impact. Bridges was founded in 2002 and has since raised over £1bn to invest in impactful SMEs, property and social sector organisations.

As businesses strive to develop and grow in this rapidly changing world, they need the support of people they can trust. At Santander, we’re committed to building close and enduring relationships with each of our business customers, so that we understand how we can help you achieve your business ambitions. As well as supporting your business locally through a network of Corporate Business Centres and specialists in the UK, we have a strong international presence thanks to our extensive global network in major markets. So, whether the next step is to invest in a new growth area, consider an acquisition or break into an overseas market, we can help you get ahead.

Across the UK, the CBI speaks on behalf of 190,000 businesses of all sizes and sectors. The CBI’s corporate members together employ nearly 7 million people, about one third of private sector-employees. With offices in the UK as well as representation in Brussels, Washington, Beijing and Delhi, the CBI communicates the British business voice around the world.

At Elite Business, we’re passionate about championing new business. Providing fresh perspectives and representing disruptive solutions, we’re interested in the startups and SMEs that are spearheading Britain forward. From tech unicorns to entrepreneurs transforming healthcare with AI, we cover the movers and shakers making enterprising exciting.
Our online platform covers up-to-the-minute content and presents a unique angle on the things enterprises need to know, from maximising the potential of mobile to setting the world alight on social media. We also gather the best and brightest voices in the community to share their experience.

Family Business United (‘FBU’) is an unparalleled rallying point and voice for the family business sector. Founded by Paul Andrews who has over 20 year’s experience of championing family firms across the UK it is an invaluable resource for family firms. FBU affords family business owners, directors and employees the opportunity to network, explore ways of dealing with specific issues and provides access to the best articles and insights from around the world. Innovative events, a bespoke magazine and an award-winning website plus an incredible presence on social media enhances their offering. Family firms are at the very heart of FBU, an organisation that really does put family business on the map. At the end of 2020 Paul was recognised for his endeavours and support for the family business sector as one of the Global Top 100 Influencers for Family Business.

Like Minds is an intellectual playground where thinkers, strategists, agents provocateurs, innovators, challengers and mavericks can open up, share ideas and be inspired in a warm, welcoming and world-wide environment. If you haven’t been, go. You’ll see the future there; most likely, yours.” – Robert Bean, The Robert Bean Branding Company. Like Minds provide a platform for entrepreneurs and business owners to share experiences and learn from each other. Bespoke consultancy and business development services are available on request.

Real Business has championed entrepreneurship in the UK since 1997. It is now the main source of inspiration, education and collaboration for the owners of fast-growing businesses, from start-ups to mid-market companies. What drives the most ambitious businesses in the UK and beyond? How do the most influential business owners overcome adversity? Running your own business can be lonely, which is why Real Business brings entrepreneurs genuine inspirational stories from everyday heroes just like them. Real Business is the ultimate resource for business owners who want an inside look at the trials, tribulations and triumphs of entrepreneurship today.