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Blog: How Supplier Shows and Networking Events can help transform your business

Are you unsure whether attending networking events will really make a difference for your business?

You might think, “Is it worth the time and effort?” The truth is, networking events offer something no digital strategy can fully replace—face-to-face connections.

Our program of events gives you a range of networking events and supplier showcases where you can meet key figures in the football and rugby industries. It’s not just about swapping business cards—it’s about building genuine relationships that can lead to partnerships, collaborations, and growth.

Our events take place across the country from the south coast up to Scotland so we can make them as accessible as possible and open them up to a wider audience.

Here's our full calendar of Non-League supplier Events*, hosted in conjunction with Leagues to bring their clubs and selected suppliers together:

  • Midland Football League Event, Walsall FC, Thursday 20th March, 5pm-9pm
  • Wessex League Event, Eastleigh FC, Thursday 3rd April, 5pm-9pm
  • Northern Premier League AGM Event, Winter Gardens Blackpool, Saturday 14th June, 9am-2pm
  • Northern Counties East League, Rotherham United, Saturday 14th June, 9am-2pm

We’re also hosting three of our regular networking events which are open to clubs and businesses of all levels, at the following venues:

  • Leicester Tigers, Thursday 22nd May, 10.30am-3pm
  • Preston North End, Thursday 25th September, 10.30am-3pm
  • Hampden Park, Glasgow- Thursday 6th November, 10.30am-3pm

Don’t miss out on opportunities to connect with the right people. Register your intersest with us and start attending events that can transform your business.

*Restrictions may apply. Some companies may be excluded from attending due to existing exclusivity agreements in place with League partners.

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