Leadership Inspiration – So Who is Speaking at Ideas Fest Tring? – The Ideas Fest Tring lineup 2024…
Not many sleeps now until the eagerly awaited Ideas Fest lands in Tring, Hertfordshire.
Thursday 12th & Friday 13th September 2024.
Ideas Fest is the festival for entrepreneurs and business owners – with its informal open-air festival vibe – it’s billed as the mini-Glastonbury for business.
I am excited for a hotbed of leadership development inspiration, positive wellness tips, exciting connections and conversations.
If you’ve not heard of Ideas Fest, then take a moment to watch this quick video interview with Ideas Fest Founder Francesca James, a Leadership TEAM TALK podcast special:
Welcome to Idea Fest 2024, where the brightest minds in entrepreneurship come together for an unparalleled experience. Here’s what you can look forward to:
“At Idea Fest, we break the mould of traditional business conferences. Expect a festival atmosphere complete with sun, entertainment, and a whole lot of fun. Our aim is to make every moment enjoyable and productive, blending business with pleasure in a way that keeps you engaged and inspired.”
Ideas Fest
Over 2,000 incredible entrepreneurs will come to my hometown of Tring in Hertfordshire for two days to connect, collaborate, learn, be inspired and have fun.
This isn’t just another business event—it’s an experience that combines the best of professional development with activities you’ll never forget.
Exclusive Talks: Hear from industry leaders and game-changing entrepreneurs who are setting the pace for the future. Vibrant Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals and potential collaborators in a unique and energetic setting. Have Fun: Where else can you ride a rodeo bull, dance at an acoustic rave, craft a flower crown, and even try your hand at axe-throwing—all while growing your business?
“I just know that people will leave Ideas Fest having found investors, mentors, friends for life, a support network, clients, customers & connectors. I am so lucky to have the network and such a strong tribe of entrepreneur pals.”
Francesca James – Founder Ideas Fest
Who is speaking at Ideas Fest Tring?
Well, there is a massive lineup of speakers, including business founders and leaders.
Let’s look at the schedule over the two days:
Day One
It all kicks off with James Partridge from Primary School Assembly Bangers, fresh from Glastonbury. His infectious energy and mix of music, education and fun are set to get things off to a great start.
Conversations that Matter – Thursday:
Richard Harpin: The 8 Secrets to building a sustainable business
How to make the transformation from good to great
“Today, my passion is to inspire your success, to turn medium-sized businesses into large ones by following this simple step-by-step guide which reflects the smartest moves and silliest mistakes I’ve ever made.”
Sophie Milliken MBE, founder and CEO of Moja Group, will be interviewing Richard, exploring the intricacies of entrepreneurship, sharing strategies for achieving business growth, and discussing the personal journeys and challenges that shape successful ventures.
The Grenade Story with Alan Barratt & Juliet Barratt: How Not to Be Married!
The Grenade Story” will be a candid and deeply insightful discussion that will delve into Alan and Juliet’s incredible journey of transforming a hobby into a global powerhouse, culminating in a £200 million exit to Mondelēz in 2021.
This session is for anyone intrigued by the complexities of relationships and business. It’s an honest and human look at how personal dynamics intertwine with professional success.
The Story behind Calm – Michael Acton Smith:
An intimate session at Ideas Fest uncovering the story behind one of the most innovative and impactful wellness apps in the world.
Expect leadership insights into the mindfulness movement, understanding its relevance not just as a personal practice but as a critical component of modern entrepreneurship.
Harnessing ADHD in Entrepreneurship
What makes for success for adults with ADHD? Join a panel of experts to discuss this very novel and refreshing approach to understanding ADHD with: Phil Anderton, Leanne Maskell, Nick Hollis and Alex Partridge.
The Bold Entrepreneurial Journey of James Watt of BrewDog
In conversation with Jo Dalton, James will share the story behind BrewDog’s meteoric rise, the challenges and triumphs, and how these experiences have fuelled his latest venture, Social Tip.
Plus, UK StartUp of the Year crowned by Professor Dylan Jones-Evans OBE, creator of the UK StartUp Awards.
For full details and timings visit the Ideas Fest website.
Real Talk Forum – Thursday:
What is Your Dream? – Simon Squibb and Calvin Eden
Find your purpose and how to protect yourself from AI
Standing Out in Competitive Industries and Becoming a Magnet for Business Opportunities
with Ash Jones of Great Influence and Jordan Brompton, the co-founder of Myenergi.
Demystifying Angel Investment
What they are Angels are looking for & how to approach them
with Vineta Bajaj, Phil Green and Stembile Nkabinde
The Journey from Start-Up to Scale-Up Success: Conquering Founders’ Disease:
Real-world stories from founders of some of the UK’s most successful scaled businesses.
Practical tips on managing growth and delegating effectively.
Strategies to maintain company culture and vision during expansion.
The changing role of the entrepreneur as the business grows.
With Katrina Hutchinson-O’Neill, Professor Dylan Jones-Evans OBE, Nick Pritchard, Alison Kaizer and Vivien Wong
“What about a clothing company that doesn’t produce any clothes?”
with Stuart Trevor Founder of All Saints & Michael Blakeley
Investment Trends in Consumer, Commerce & Fashion
With Anna Sweetman & Bernice Brooks
Acting with Purpose: Will Poulter in conversation with Pamela Aculey
Approaches to Decarbonisation
With Beena Sharma, Jarrad Morris and Radovan Gallo
Inspiration in a female-empowered world:Bedroom to Boardroom:
Emma Sayle interviewed by Polly Hazlewood
Scaling successful businesses, taking risks, taking on the establishment, smashing the patriarchy and so much more.
Unlocking Entrepreneruial Superpowers: Transforming Young Lives
With Gill Ashcroft, Danny Gray, Bernie Hollywood OBE and John Reynolds.
The Collaboratory – Thursday:
Public Speaking: From Founder to Thought Leader
With Alex Merry
Your ability to cast a vision, inspire your team and influence your stakeholders will make or break your business.
Anyone can learn to ‘look confident,’ but to feel it, you need to believe in what you’re saying.
Disruptive Innovation and Community: How TRIP Canned Calm and Became the Fastest Growing Brand of a Generation.
With Olivia Ferdi, Daniel Khoury and Paul Dodd
The Female Funding Forum: Pioneering Investment in Women-Led Businesses
With Julia Kessler, John Stapleton, Rushina Shah, Lisa Eaton and Julia Elliot Brown
Airwallex
With Lemon Fuller and David Abrahamovitch
How Using Data Can Fuel Your Growth as a Challenger Brand
With Josh Self and Alan Mahon
Building Inclusive Brands
Unearthing the strategies that can help businesses embrace inclusivity at their core.
With Sam White, Cherish Reardon, Ruby Raut and Lee Chambers
The Big Festoon – Thursday:
A safe place to have conversations that matter.
Is Your Business Killing You? The Uncomfortable Truths About Success
This provocative talk uncovers the unsettling truths and harsh realities about our obsession with money and status, and its hidden costs.
With Debbie Waite
How to start, build, grow, and scale a £1m+ business from scratch
How to remove the chaos, confusion, and overwhelm of running your business How to replace that with clarity, certainty, and confidence How to build a culture of accountability within your team
With Nick James
The Ideal Client Experience
How to expand your audience, revolutionise your messaging and embody inclusion – without watering down your USP – with one simple but radical reframe
With G Sabini-Roberts
The Journey to 7 Figures
With Laurie Burrows
SUWURU: Show Up, Wise Up & Rise Up
Dani shares her incredible story of overcoming homelessness and domestic abuse to creating a successful global movement and business.
Dani Wallace
Your Content is SH1T
With Inge Hunter
How come everyone suddenly has ADHD?
With Kim Raine
Discover the Hidden Treasure Pots to Build Your Business
Did you know that the government allocates £5 billion annually for development and training, yet only 20% of small businesses take advantage of it?
With Sarah Abel
Balance Is Bullshit: How To Really Grow & Scale Your Business
Help you take decisive steps to elevate your success and achieve sustainable growth
With Jessica Crane
WOW – That’s a lot – clearly those attending will have to have some choices about what’s most important to them right now.
All topped off with entertainment including a quiz and Bands into the evening.
And that’s just day one!!!
Between all this inspiration, you can relax and make connections over a drink.
You can even:
Book up massages – I expect these will book up early!
Or enjoy (if that’s the right word) an Ice Monk Bath!
The world’s first smart ice bath, will be at Ideas Fest! Backed by James Watt of BrewDog and Anthony Joshua, and founded by entrepreneur Laura Fullerton, this innovative product is transforming how we approach cold therapy. You’ll have the opportunity to take a dip and experience the benefits firsthand.
Are you feeling brave enough?
What Sets Ideas Fest 2024 Apart?
Community at Its Core: At Ideas Fest, it’s all about the people. A place where entrepreneurs, business leaders and business enthusiasts thrive together.
Innovative Learning: Dive into sessions that matter. From sustainability breakthroughs to the latest in AI, get insights that are forward-thinking and thought-provoking and actionable.
Networking Redefined: Forget the conventional. Our relaxed, engaging environment makes every connection more meaningful. At Ideas Fest, whether you’re flying solo or arriving with a crew, you’ll find the atmosphere perfectly suited to forging lasting relationships and expanding your network in the most natural way.
This isn’t just another business event – it’s an experience that combines the best of professional development with activities you’ll never forget.
Imagine a place where your boldest ideas are celebrated, where every conversation sparks inspiration, and where you’ll find your tribe of like-minded visionaries.
Day Two
Conversations that Matter – Friday:
Morning Pilates with Pilates Class
Start your day at Ideas Fest with a rejuvenating session of Morning Pilates with Pilates Class, designed to refresh your mind, body, and spirit.
Navigating the New Era of Influencer Marketing: Measurement, Media, and Creative Strategy
With Ben Jeffries, Casper Lee and Chelsea Pinches-Burrowes
In conversation with Andrew D’Souza: Creating a future where AI and humans can work together as peers
With Andrew D’Souza – a serial entrepreneur, founder and CEO, known for his transformative leadership
I wonder if Boardy will be there also?
Personal Branding: Turn Your Personality into Your Competitive Advantage
Personal brands get 561% more reach than a company brand online. People trust people!
With Amelia Sordell and Hannah Williams
How to Get People Lining Up to Do Business with You
With Daniel Priestly author of Oversubscribed and Paul Fernandez
This session is not just about theoretical knowledge; it’s about actionable insights (that’s what we want) to equip you with the strategies to elevate your business, create massive demand, and ensure that you’re not just competing, you’re sought after in your market.
Curiosity is a Superpower
The transformative power of asking the right questions in the business world. This engaging session will highlight how curiosity can be the driving force behind successful enterprises and valuable connections.
Prepare to be inspired and walk away with a new perspective on the power of asking the right questions.
with Dodge Woodall and Sam Squire
Simon Woodroffe, Founder of Yo! Sushi in conversation with Ash Jones
The highs and lows of creating a dining revolution.
Inside The Mind of an Angel Investor
Chris Adelsbach and Ben Towers
Real Talk Forum – Friday:
What does it take to secure investment from ESG funds
Where are investors seeing real value being generated from AI?
With John Corderoy, Andrew Sherlock, John Spindler and Alex Stroud.
Startup Pitches in Partnership with Entrepreneurs Collective
The Business Impact of Retraining Your Breathing Habits
With Jane Tarrant
One Rule. One Minute. Create an Ad.
The talk will include a series of ‘Live’ One Minute Briefs where the audience are challenged to create responses to briefs set by Nick in just 60 seconds. With Nick Entwistle
Can AI help us do less and live more? (Yes please)
With Cien Solon
The Collaboratory – Friday:
Kickstart your day in the most energising way possible at Ideas Fest with “Cereal Entrepreneurs: Bio&Me Breakfast Networking session.”
This morning session is designed for dynamic founders, startup enthusiasts, and business leaders looking to fuel their day with inspiration, connection, and, of course, a delicious bowl of cereal. Hosted by Jon Walsh
Innovate UK: Turbocharge your Business with Grants, Support and Connections
support your business by developing and commercialising new products, processes or services.
Sharing her powerful story of resilience and authenticity.For over a decade, Georgia kept a deeply personal secret: she is deaf. Her decision to embrace her true self and reveal her story to the world has made her a strong voice for authenticity.
Georgia in conversation with Elizabeth Cowper
Designing a Business in the Heart of Your Home
With Rachel Birrell-Gray
Beyond the Balance Sheet: Redefining Success in the Age of Wellbeing
How success wasn’t what she thought it was and how Lisa has now found the balance of fulfilment and happiness whilst making millions.
Lisa Johnson and Dan Meredith
Writing a Book to Build Your Business
Lucy McCarraher and Sarah Furness
How to Create the Best Funding Strategy for You and Your Business
The things founders wish they knew sooner about different funding types and the questions you need to ask as a founder to determine the right funding strategy for you!
Hattie Willis
The Big Festoon – Friday:
The Happiness Trap: Stop Lying to Yourself and Start Living
An eye-opening talk that will challenge everything you thought you knew about happiness, with Georgie Shears
Are You Paying An Apathy Tax On Your Life?
The quiet danger of apathy, a sneaky force slowly draining your money, harming your relationships and hurting your overall well-being.
Danny & Katie Bloomfield
The Art to Serving and Selling
We lead with love and service and cannot wait to share our proven philosophy with you all. Matt Elwell.
Closed Mouths Don’t Get Fed
How you can use speaking to reach more of your ideal client and earn more money!
Dani Wallace
The PR Panel: Dare to be Seen!
Why Are You Pretending Not to Be Great?
In a world often dominated by mediocrity and fear, many of us hide our true potential behind masks of self-doubt and cynicism. This inspiring talk challenges you to strip away these false layers and step into your greatness.
With Washington Ali
Let me be your Condom! Protection Matters!
How to protect you and your Business for when the sh*t hits the fan… so life and business can continue as normal!
Noami Smith
Day 3 – Saturday
Joke! – That’s all yours to relax, rejuvenate, re-frame and decide which insights you’ll take action on.
I’ll be there both days, of course
I’m looking forward to some amazing inspiration & conversations
