Kent BizFest Will Be Back!

Thank you to everyone who came to Kent BizFest 2023! We will see you in 2024!

Starts With Business, Ends In A Festival!

This is a one-of-a-kind business event in the heart of Kent for everyone in Kent. Starting with workshops and masterclasses, this event ends in a festival with live music, independent food providers and a bar for an amazing, relaxed networking environment.

And it's completely FREE!

Schedule

4:00pm-6:00pm - Biz
There will be multiple workshops and masterclasses delivered by professionals in Kent across a span of business topics.
6:00pm-9:00pm - Fest
Relax, have a drink and some food while networking with 100's of business owners in Kent. Live music will be playing throughout the evening for you to enjoy while making meaningful business connections.

Date: TBA

Cost: Completely free!

Location: TBA

Had a great time at Kent BizFest 🙌🏽.

So many inspirational and innovative business owners and young people, fostering new relationships

I really enjoyed talking to some of the entrepreneurs that have been supported by The Kent Foundation. A brilliant event at a brilliant location showing off some brilliant startups.

It's so nice to meet and network with people just like us.

Who Are Your Hosts?

The Kent Foundation help young entrepreneurs in Kent succeed in business

Business Support For Young People

Since 1985 The Kent Foundation have been providing young people the tools and confidence they need to launch and grow businesses.

We're proud to of inspired and supported 1000's of young people consider, starting and growing their own businesses in Kent!

Let Us Answer Your Questions?

What will the workshops be on?

The topics of the workshops will be announced closer to the event and you will be able to book on to the workshops individually so you're able to pick and choose which you'd like to attend.

Do we have to attend the whole day?

No, not at all. If you'd like to only attend the festival from 6pm, that's absolutely fine.

When the workshops are announced, you'll be able to book on to them individually so you can pick and choose which you'd like to attend.

What can I do between workshops?

There will be businesses exhibiting around the venue that you're able to go and connect with. The bar and food areas will also be open throughout the whole event so you're able to go and network with other's.

How many people will be there?

We're expecting over 200 people to attend. The venue capacity is 250 and there's a real possibility that we have to stop signups if too many people book on. So make sure to book your ticket right away but if you're then unable to attend, please inform us so we can give you ticket to someone else on the waiting list.

Can I get more involved with the event?

Of course, we're looking for sponsors of the event and if we have any exhibitor spots come open, there will be opportunity for you to exhibit.

If you're interested in sponsoring the event or exhibiting, please email hello@kentfoundation.org

Can I only attend if I'm in The Kent Foundation?

No, this event is open to everyone! Although The Kent Foundation are putting the event together, this is built as an amazing opportunity for all Kent businesses to learn, network and make real connections.