Honest post incoming…
I wasn’t sure I could afford the time out of the office this week. Deadlines, meetings, the usual juggle. But I took the plunge and went to Ideas Fest: Encore in London—aka Glastonbury for Business—and wow… what a day!
It was the perfect blend of real-world networking, inspiration, and high-calibre entrepreneurial insight. I left completely recharged and couldn’t stop thinking about the impact Ideas Fest has had on me—personally and professionally since we first went and exhibited last year.
So here are my top 3 reasons why you should grab a ticket to Ideas Fest this September, and how it could totally change the game for your business.
1. You have to be visible when you run a business.
In a world full of noise, people don’t just buy what you do—they buy who you are. Your story. Your values.
And trust me, nothing builds genuine relationships faster than a relaxed conversation over a drink with someone who gets it.
Some of the people I met at Ideas Fest last year are now not only trusted business connections, but real friends. This is the kind of connection you rarely make in a boardroom—but in a field, under festoon lights, it just happens.
💫 This is the magic of Ideas Fest. 💫
2. You have to keep learning when you run a business.
The pace of change in 2025? Unbelievable. As entrepreneurs, we’re expected to learn, evolve, and execute faster than ever before. But let’s be honest, sifting through online courses and social media noise isn’t always the best use of your time.
That’s where Ideas Fest comes in. Frankie James and the team curate a world-class speaker line-up of successful UK (and global) entrepreneurs—people who have actually done the thing.
In just two days, you’ll learn more from real-life experience than you could in months of buying cheap training courses.
💫 This is the magic of Ideas Fest. 💫
3. You have to be strategic when you run a business.
Being visible is important. Learning is crucial. But ideas? They’re only as good as the strategy that brings them to life.
I’ve seen too many people run with a “pub idea” because their mates said it was genius. Strategy matters—and Ideas Fest gets this.
The team behind it are the same people behind the UK’s most prestigious business awards. Their network is full of founders who’ve turned big dreams into scalable, sustainable businesses. These are the kind of people you’ll bump into in the queue for a coffee—or maybe the bar.
💫 This is the magic of Ideas Fest. 💫
So if you’re on the fence—get off it, and get in the field this September.
Come with an open mind. Promise yourself you’ll be visible. Commit to learning and thinking strategically about what’s next. Who knows what doors will open?
Join me at Ideas Fest 2025!
I’ve managed to nab a 10% off discount code for Ideas Fest for my network! Plus, if you book before the 4th April you save an additional £50 per head! So, why not get involved?
📍 Location: Tring, Hertfordshire
📅 Date: 10th & 11th September 2025
💸 Discount: 10% OFF with code activ10
💥 PLUS save an extra £50 if you book before 4th April
I hope you get to experience the magic of Ideas Fest for you and your business this year!
