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Kingston & Merton EXPO25

Thursday 30 October 2025.   |    Chessington School, KT9 2JS    |     Free to attend

Where business meets opportunities

Building on the success of our inaugural event, the Kingston & Merton EXPO25 is back!

Once again, we’re bringing together businesses, start-ups, and local organisations under one roof to spark meaningful networking, collaboration, and partnerships. It’s the ideal platform to connect with the thriving South London business community.

EXPO25 is designed to offer you valuable business connectivity
With expert-led seminars, inspiring speakers, and hands-on exhibitors, the event focuses on the key pillars of business success: sales, marketing, innovation, and growth. Whether you’ve been in business for a long time, or if you’ve just started, you’ll find fresh ideas, new contacts, and practical support to take your next step.

Expect to meet a diverse mix of sectors, business owners, entrepreneurs, company directors, charities, council officials, and local VIPs — all eager to connect, share experiences, and grow.

Whether you’re attending or exhibiting, EXPO25 offers a powerful opportunity to:

  • Raise your profile
  • Showcase your products or services
  • Generate quality leads
  • Gain insights and inspiration
  • Stay competitive in your industry

This is your go-to business event for connection, learning, and business opportunities in South London.

Register to Attend
Register to be a Standholder
Meet Exhibitors 2025!

Network with over 250 local businesses

Increase your brand visibility and awareness

Focus on sales, marketing, innovation and growth

Benefit from business seminars and valuable insights

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EXPO25: Line up

There will be a full programme of business support, speakers and networking.

Adam is a multi-disciplined creative arts professional, combining range of leadership, creative and practical skills and professional experience to film, theatre and learning/educational experiences.
He has worked with the BBC and CNN.

Amba help founders, executives, and small business owners turn chaos into clarity using automation, AI, and optimised operations to build businesses. With a background in AI powered automation systems, she coaches leaders to identify time draining, low leverage tasks and integrate AI tools that boost performance and reduce overheads.

As a multiple award-winning copywriter, Martin has extensive experience that he applies to amplifying your message. When you are keen to establish yourself as a thought leader to elevate your business or personal brand, he delivers content that works. Martin has worked with major clients in sports and gambling including LIV Golf, Gambling.com, UK Sport, Paddy Power and the England and Wales Cricket Board.

Richard has a comprehensive and successful career in sales, marketing, business and leadership working across various sectors and specialties for over 25 years. His approach involves thoroughly understanding each company's value proposition, target market, and competitive advantages to deliver authentic, best in class outreach across multiple channels.

Barclays is a British universal bank. Their businesses include consumer banking, as well as a top-tier, global corporate and investment bank.

Lesley is a Fractional Comms & PR specialist and she aslo run a friendly and inclusive award-winning yoga studio based in Surbiton in SW London, offering classes for every body - real people - not just the super-flexible or ultra-fit.

John is Helping businesses with Business Development and generating LEADS and SALES through networking.

Matthew Hamilton started as Director of the South London Partnership. This is a cross-political party sub-regional collaboration of five London boroughs: Croydon, Kingston upon Thames, Merton, Richmond upon Thames and Sutton. Working together and with partners in and beyond our area, SLP champions and seeks to build on the many strengths of South London as a place for people to live, work and thrive.

Business bite size sessions

1. How to… be confident on camera
Presented by: Adam Woods, Camera Confidence
Fear of speaking in front of an audience is very common. These fears get louder when speaking to camera. Adam will explain how combining brand clarity with a unique creative idea behind your campaign will help you stand out from the digital competition.
2. How to… understand and utilise AI agents
Presented by: Amba Lanning, Mindible
AI agents are redefining business, making work smarter, faster. They are not just tools, they’re transforming the way businesses think and act. But what does this actually mean for businesses? In this session, Amba will provide a concise summary of this topical conversation.
3. How to… present your business pitch
Presented by: Martin Booth, LeBoo Media
It can daunting to present our pitch so how can we do this? Martin will provide you the essentials of how to craft and then deliver a persuasive and engaging, caler and impactful business pitch.
4. How to… sell to your right audience
Presented by: Richard Padun, Epitome Group
Selling to the right audience means knowing who your ideal customers are and focusing on their needs. Richard will help you to target the people most likely to benefit from your product or service, so you can connect more effectively, build trust, and increase sales.
5. How to… access funding and be cash flow confident
Presented by: Barclays
In this session, Barclays Bank will provide essential top tips on essential financial issues; how to manage your cash flow, green lending and access to the Government Growth scheme.
6. How to… access business support
Presented by: Matthew Hamilton, South London Partnership
Discover how the SLP and No Wrong Door South London can help your business connect with the right support at the right time. This session will show employers how to navigate the skills system and access tailored resources to build an inclusive, future-ready workforce.

Speed Networking

How to… network, faster
Delivered by: John Gower, Omni Business Development Network
Get involved in this enjoyable and fast moving networking. There are two sessions during the EXPO25 so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot!

Lunchtime Yoga

How to… release tension as you work
Delivered by: Lesley Muir, Be Happy Yoga
Delivered by Be Happy Yoga, this seated practice has been specifically designed for busy professionals. No equipment, workout wear or prior experience required, just take a break from the day’s lively activities and strech your mind and body.

EXPO25 Stand and Sponsor Packages

Standard Package

Chamber Member

£320.00
+VAT

Space Dimensions
1m x 2m x 1m

  • One ticket for pre-Expo breakfast
  • Company name, logo, description & hyperlink on the Expo25
  • Company name, logo & description in official Event guide
  • Company logo exposure on all digital Expo25
  • Company announced as exhibitor on all social media platforms
  • Company logo printed on the stands nameboard - can be kept by exhibitor
  • WiFi available

Premium Package

Chamber Member

£440.00
+VAT

Stand Dimensions
1m x 3m x 1m

As per Standard package plus:

  • Premium stand and size position at Expo25
  • Two tickets for pre-Expo25 breakfast
  • 1/2 Page advertisement in the official Event guide (provided by company)

Headline Package

Chamber Member

£850.00
+VAT

Stand Dimensions
1m x 3m x 1m

As per Premium package plus:

  • Four tickets for pre-Expo25 breakfast
  • Company logo exposure as Headline sponsor on all marketing and signage collateral
  • 1 page advertisement in the official show guide
  • Opportunity to speak at the opening/closing of the event
  • Opportunity to contribute a quote to the press releases pre and pos event
  • Inclusion in the official Expo25 video, photos and post event promotion

We are open to discussing different ways of promoting your brand, so please get in touch.

Standard Package

Non-Member

£385.00
+VAT

Space Dimensions
1m x 2m x 1m

Premium Package

Non-Member

£495.00
+VAT

Stand Dimensions
1m x 3m x 1m

Headline Package

Non-Member

£1100.00
+VAT

Stand Dimensions
1m x 3m x 1m

Register to be a Standholder

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Thinking about attending the Kingston & Merton Business EXPO25?
Wondering if it’s the right fit for you or your team?

Whether you’re planning to attend as a visitor, thinking about booking a stand or just curious about what the day involves, this quick FAQ is designed to give you the clarity you need.

It covers the essentials - from when and where it’s happening, to what the experience looks like on the day - all in one place.

Scroll down to decide if EXPO25 fits into your plans for the year, and keep an eye on your inbox - we’ll be announcing more ticket details soon!

EXPO25 is a one-day event for entrepreneurs, start-ups, charities, organisations, local authorities and anyone looking to connect or collaborate with South London's business community.

EXPO25 is open to both Chamber of Commerce members and non-members.

The Expo is hosted by Chessington School, Garrison Lane, Chessington, KT9 2JS.

There is all day on-site parking available on a first-arrival basis, with no permit required.

Chessington School is also conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from Chessington South station, with direct trains from Waterloo and Wimbledon. The 71 and 467 buses stop right outside the school, while the 465 bus stops at the corner of Garrison Lane and Leatherhead Road.

Attendees can explore business showcases, gain insights from expert-led seminars, join structured networking sessions and access practical tools for growth.

Stay tuned for more details on this year's programme, launching soon.

Yes! To get involved, become an EXPO25 exhibitor and showcase your business.

To explore current opportunities, please visit our website, or contact us at [email protected] for more information about stand and sponsorship packages.

Absolutely! The EXPO25 is FREE to attend as a visitor. You only pay if you want to book a stand, advertise in our show guide. You also don’t need to be a member to attend. Simply pre-register online for the EXPO25.

Yes, there is plenty of car parking space. The Chessington South train station is three
minutes’ walk from the venue too.

You do not need to register for any of the seminars, keynote speakers or speed networking sessions. All the sessions run on a first come, first served basis. We recommend arriving 10 minutes before each advertised session to secure a seat.

When you first arrive at the event head to the registration area where you’ll be able to meet our team who will swiftly sign you into the event and provide you a badge. You’ll also receive the event guide. You’ll then be shown the exhibition hall and seminar room, so you know where everything is located.

We recommend you bring plenty of business cards with you to the Expo. Never underestimate how many people attend these events and how many business cards you may want to hand out to new connections. We also recommend that you a pen and note pad to write down ideas that you have when at the event or attending any of the seminars.

Yes, you will be able to buy food and drink at the Expo. Light refreshments and drinks will be available throughout the event. Please make sure you bring either a debit/credit card with you.

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IN YOUR WORDS

Robyn Harper
“I have loved being in the Kingston Chamber of Commerce community for the last 3+ years. They put on fantastic events, always well planned and full of helpful nuggets for business. I'm happy and proud to be part of the Kingston business network, and attending events like the Kingston Borough Business Awards highlight for me how many wonderful people I know in this awesome community.”

Robyn Harper
Robyn Harper Photography
Adam Woods
“A really friendly, proactive and supportive community for all kinds and shapes of business. Events are very well-attended, organised and always interesting speakers at great venues.”

Adam Wood
Camera Confidence Coach
Trevor Bradfield
“Such a welcoming group of people. You can be sure of a warm smile and firm handshake at any of the events organised, and the existing members were quick to introduce me to other members. If you are not a member, come along. You will not be disappointed.”

Trevor Bradfield
Unity IT
Lesley Muir
“The Chamber is excellent. It has provided me with no end of benefits, from training, expanding my customer base and making some great friendships along the way. Membership is a no-brainer.”

Lesley Muir
Be Happy Yoga
Kevin Churchill
“Kingston Chamber of Commerce is first
 and 
foremost
 a 
community... of local people 
and businesses that care about the Borough.
 Joining the Chamber was the best thing I did. 
The community is thriving.”

Kevin Churchill
Cerno Thames Ltd
Ed Davey
“Kingston Chamber of commerce is one of the best Chambers, not just in London but in the country. if you’re members, you will already know that.”

Sir Ed Davey MP
Leader of the Liberal Democrats and MP for Kingston and Surbiton
Dean Carran
“JNDC have received a great service from the chamber recently in the form of strategic 
advice and providing direct introductions to 
local specialists who have been excellent. 
Thank you so much for your proactive support.”

Dean Carran
JNDC
“ The Kingston Chamber helps businesses of all sorts to be better – more profitable, more sustainable, more community minded. Kingston University shares those aims, and through our expertise, our facilities, and our student talent are keen to support and participate in that work. We are delighted to have such an able partner in the Chamber.”

Martin J Davies
Pro Vice-Chancellor for Knowledge Exchange and Innovation KINGSTON UNIVERSITY
“The power of the Chamber lies in the work it does to bring people together. It works effectively to foster a community spirit that unites the many businesses of all sizes who are proud to call Kingston home. "

Martin Booth
LeBoo Media

EXPO25 Headline Sponsors

Contact Kingston Chamber:     T: 075 0713 4261     E: [email protected]

Contact Merton Chamber:        T: 020 8944 5501    E: [email protected]

* The Business EXPO25 Exhibitor Terms and Conditions are available here.

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