Yorkshire’s national conference is back for its sixth year

Yorkshire’s National Conference, Buy Yorkshire, organised by The Yorkshire Mafia, is entering its 6th year and will take place at The Royal Armouries, Leeds on the 17 and 18 May 2016.

Buy Yorkshire is Yorkshire’s largest annual business event and this year welcomes over 150 exhibitors and 5,000 registered delegates to meet each other, trade, network and develop commercial relationships.

But what is it about Buy Yorkshire that continues to attract exhibitors and delegates in such large numbers? And what can we look forward to this year?

“People get involved because it’s fantastic, that’s why!” says Geoff Shepherd, Yorkshire Mafia and Buy Yorkshire Chairman. “The Buy Yorkshire Conference has set the bar for all regional conferences.

“In fact, Buy Yorkshire is large and established enough to be considered a national conference and we do get a great number of delegates traveling from across the UK to attend the event. It’s free to attend, there’s a great line up with senior executives from the likes of Pinterest, Vodafone, Sky, M&C Saatchi and so many more. It’s a huge exhibition and thousands of businesses will be in attendance… Buy Yorkshire? You don’t want to miss out!”

Buy Yorkshire came to life in 2011 with 1000 delegates and 75 exhibitors. Five years later the event has grown significantly in stature, attracting speakers such as Alastair Campbell, one of LinkedIn’s North America Directors, Michelle Mone, Ranulph Fiennes, and many more.

 Discussing Buy Yorkshire 2016 with one the speakers, The RT Hon Ann Widdecombe has stated “It is very exciting to be involved in Buy Yorkshire, which has grown into a huge event. There are lessons here for the whole country

With Vodafone as Headline Sponsor for Buy Yorkshire 2016, Regional Sector Lead, Chris Hankins had this to say about Vodafone’s involvement, “Vodafone have recently launched a new operating model in Yorkshire and the North East to support and improve the service we offer within the region.

“We see the Buy Yorkshire event as a great opportunity to engage with local businesses, to help them grow and put communications at the heart of what they do.”

“At Buy Yorkshire we are all about providing excitement for exhibitors and delegates alike, from brand leading speakers to engaging stand activities that can build business relationships!” says Amber Hammond, Yorkshire Mafia & Buy Yorkshire Events Manager.

Attendees have Silver Sponsor Sue Ryder Wheatfield’s Hospice Cross Trainer Challenge to look forward to, where attendees can see if they have what it takes to beat a personal best set by Leeds Rhinos legend Jamie Peacock!

A representative from Sue Ryder has commented that “We want to show local and national businesses that there are all sorts of ways you can challenge yourself to raise money for Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice. We can work together on tailored projects to fit your business and help meet your objectives.”

Delegates can expect to see senior executives from world-class brands on the stage, such as Tesla, LinkedIn, M&C Saatchi, Pinterest and many more.

Registration is free SIGN UP HERE .

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