WITH only a coouple of days to go until the South West Expo, the full schedule has now been released to whet the appetite of businesses.

The South West Business And Community Expo is returning to Steam for its fourth consecutive year this Thursday, June 30.

This year they have joined forces with Business West to create and even bigger and better event.

Director Alec Jones-Hall said: “With over 900 businesses and 120 exhibitors to connect with, and expert advice on tap all day, this year’s event is not to be missed.”

Ian Larrard, the director of the Initiative In Swindon and Wiltshire, part of Business West said: “This year’s event caters for all the business fundamentals, from speed networking, to a mixture of free and paid workshops and five of the UK’s Best keynote speakers.

“Businesses have the opportunity to walk away with new clients, top tips for growth and inspiration.”

The event is ideal for anyone thinking about starting a business or expanding.

Everyone who registers and attends the expo will receive two free tickets to Newbury Racecourse and tickets to see Swindon Wildcats plus a goody bag with £100 worth of promotional offers,, to ensure you don’t miss out, book your place at www.southwestexpo.co.uk.

Keynote speakers include Brad Burton, UK’s number one motivational speaker and Julianne Ponan, an award-winning young entrepreneur and female CEO.

Sgt Rick Clement, a double amputee Afghanistan war hero will also be giving an inspirational talk.

Also speaking will be Alison Edgar, billed as the entrepreneurial godmother and sales hero.

And Richard Woods, a 2015 BBC Apprentice candidate, will be talking about marketing and branding.

Free workshops include build brilliant business relations; the critical reasons why your business can’t afford to ignore the cloud; pensions auto-enrolment – how to fix it and forget it; there’s no such thing as a free lunch, or is there; and how to stop skills shortage from affecting your business.

• 1.30pm – 3.00pm: LinkedIn 90 Minute Masterclass

• 2.00pm: Protect your intellectual property Networking:

• 10.30am: Women’s Only Networking

• 11.30am: Speed Networking

• 12.30pm: Speed Networking

• 1.30pm: Speed Networking