Believe in Business Festival 2026
Stadium at Leigh Sports Village, Leigh, WN7 4JY
Thursday 12th November 2026 8:00AM
Join us for the Believe in Business Festival 2026, a dynamic event celebrating enterprise, innovation, and opportunity across our local business community. Whether you're an established business, ambitious start-up, social enterprise, or aspiring entrepreneur, the festival brings together a wide range of organisations, experts, and support providers to help your business thrive.
The Believe in Business Festival 2026 is proudly supported by GHE Electrical, Fire and Security Ltd as our Headline Sponsor, Zaffel as our Business Support Area Sponsor, ENV Graphics & Signage Ltd as our Breakfast & Lunch Sponsor and Perfect Sense Energy as a Supporter Sponsor. Their support helps make this event possible and enables us to bring together businesses from across the borough. We would also like to thank Wigan Pier Promotions for their valued support with the organisation and delivery of the event. Their contribution and ongoing commitment are greatly appreciated and play an important role in helping to make the festival a success.
Throughout the day, attendees can take part in interactive workshops, expert-led seminars and panel discussions with local businesses covering topics such as business growth, creating impact, AI for business, workforce development, marketing, and much more.
08:00 - 08:30 Arrival, Networking, Tea/Coffee and Light Breakfast
08:30 - 08:40 Welcome/Opening
08:40 - 09:20 Keynote Speaker
09:40 - 10:30 Social Media, Personal Branding and LinkedIn for Business Growth
10:40 - 11:30 Social Value in Action: Creating Impact for Communities and Businesses
11:40 - 12:30 AI for Business: Saving Time, Improving Productivity and Staying Competitive
12:40 - 13:30 Attract, Support, Retain: Practical Workforce Strategies for Building an Inclusive, Healthy and High-Performing Team
13:30 - 14:30 Lunch & The Future of Leigh and Wigan: Regeneration, Investment and Opportunities
14:30 Close
Discover the support available from local, regional, and national organisations, make valuable new connections, and gain practical insights that can help you overcome challenges and unlock future growth.
Why attend?
The Believe in Business Festival is all about creating opportunities, building relationships, and strengthening our local business community. Whether you're looking to start, grow, innovate, or simply expand your network, there's something for everyone.
Book your place today and be part of a festival that believes in the power of business.
Date: 12 November 2026
Venue: Leigh Sports Village
Time: 8am - 2.30pm
Tickets include light breakfast (08:00 - 08:30 and Buffet Lunch 13:30 - 14:00)
When booking your tickets, please select which session you would like to attend.
We look forward to welcoming you.
The Believe in Business Festival 2026 is proudly supported by GHE Electrical, Fire and Security Ltd as our Headline Sponsor, Zaffel as our Business Support Area Sponsor, ENV Graphics & Signage Ltd as our Breakfast & Lunch Sponsor and Perfect Sense Energy as a Supporter Sponsor. Their support helps make this event possible and enables us to bring together businesses from across the borough. We would also like to thank Wigan Pier Promotions for their valued support with the organisation and delivery of the event. Their contribution and ongoing commitment are greatly appreciated and play an important role in helping to make the festival a success.
Throughout the day, attendees can take part in interactive workshops, expert-led seminars and panel discussions with local businesses covering topics such as business growth, creating impact, AI for business, workforce development, marketing, and much more.
08:00 - 08:30 Arrival, Networking, Tea/Coffee and Light Breakfast
08:30 - 08:40 Welcome/Opening
08:40 - 09:20 Keynote Speaker
09:40 - 10:30 Social Media, Personal Branding and LinkedIn for Business Growth
10:40 - 11:30 Social Value in Action: Creating Impact for Communities and Businesses
11:40 - 12:30 AI for Business: Saving Time, Improving Productivity and Staying Competitive
12:40 - 13:30 Attract, Support, Retain: Practical Workforce Strategies for Building an Inclusive, Healthy and High-Performing Team
13:30 - 14:30 Lunch & The Future of Leigh and Wigan: Regeneration, Investment and Opportunities
14:30 Close
Discover the support available from local, regional, and national organisations, make valuable new connections, and gain practical insights that can help you overcome challenges and unlock future growth.
Why attend?
- Access expert business advice and guidance
- Connect with support organisations and fellow businesses
- Discover funding, growth, and innovation opportunities
- Learn from industry specialists through workshops and presentations
- Explore new ideas to help your business succeed
The Believe in Business Festival is all about creating opportunities, building relationships, and strengthening our local business community. Whether you're looking to start, grow, innovate, or simply expand your network, there's something for everyone.
Book your place today and be part of a festival that believes in the power of business.
Date: 12 November 2026
Venue: Leigh Sports Village
Time: 8am - 2.30pm
Tickets include light breakfast (08:00 - 08:30 and Buffet Lunch 13:30 - 14:00)
When booking your tickets, please select which session you would like to attend.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Event Details
Starts at 8:00AM
