Bath Business Conference 2025
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Bath Business Conference 2025

By Bath BID

Bath's own conference for local businesses looking to connect, grow and be inspired.

Date and time

Location

Apex City of Bath Hotel

James Street West Bath BA1 2DA United Kingdom

Agenda

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Doors open, networking over refreshments

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

Welcome from Allison Herbert, CEO of Bath BID

Allison Herbert

9:15 AM - 9:30 AM

Introduction from Jim Hughes

Jim Hughes

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Keynote by Johnny Palmer

Johnny Palmer

Bath is an exemplar of how a heritage city can be run. It maintains its history, attracts tourists, has a thriving local economy and offers inclusive recreation as well as maintains the natural worl...

10:00 AM - 10:55 AM

Successful High Streets

Join our expert panel for a dynamic discussion on the evolving face of our city centre — from the revival of in-person retail to the booming hospitality scene. We’ll explore the latest trends shapin...

10:00 AM - 10:55 AM

Future Bath: Innovation, Identity & Opportunity

What will Bath look like in the next decade? This thought-provoking panel brings together visionary leaders, urban strategists, and local changemakers to explore how Bath can evolve while staying tru...

10:55 AM - 11:25 AM

Break

11:25 AM - 12:10 PM

Blind Date for Business

A speed networking workshop to foster new partnerships between businesses and cultural organisations to encourage potential collaboration. Rob Campbell – Bath and North East Somerset Council Heritag...

11:25 AM - 12:10 PM

Beginners' Guide to using AI

Not sure where to start? Come and see how to get started and what is going to help you. Simon Allen – Level AI

11:25 AM - 12:10 PM

PR vs DIY Social Media

Are you relying solely on social media to promote your business? You’re not alone, but you might be missing out on new opportunities. Discover how public relations (PR) and social media marketing ca...

11:25 AM - 12:10 PM

Collaborative Leadership

Sponsored by Leadership Together Explore the key factors that help build trust in the organisation to ensure productivity, responsibility, and accountability. From this workshop, you will leave wit...

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM

What Coaching Reveals

Workshop 5 – Things You Can’t See in the Mirror: What Coaching Reveals That You Can’t See Alone What if your biggest leadership challenge isn’t what you know – but what you can’t see? Every leader h...

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM

The Impact and Ethics of AI

Exploring the environmental, social and ethical impact of widespread use of AI in the business context. Simon Allen – Level AI Dave Preedy – Microsoft Finance

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM

The HR Reset

Keep up to date with all the new upcoming changes and obligations under employment law in the next couple of years with HR Consultant, Lucy Cotterell, from Mogers Drewett. With the Employment Rights...

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Lunch

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Bath Success Stories

Join a panel of successful local entrepreneurs and business leaders discussing their journeys to success. A candid sharing of challenges, big decisions and career defining moments. Moderator – Anita...

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Plenary Discussion, Key Takeaways, Tea and Cake

Good to know

Highlights

  • 8 hours
  • all ages
  • In person
  • Doors at 8:20 AM

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Highlights

  • 8 hours
  • all ages
  • In person
  • Doors at 8:20 AM

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Business • Startups

This high-energy, one-day experience brings together Bath's brightest minds, boldest entrepreneurs, and most forward-thinking leaders. Expect a powerhouse line-up of expert speakers, hands-on workshops, and thought-provoking panel discussions- all designed to spark ideas, fuel growth, and supercharge your business.

A delicious lunch and refreshments included with every ticket.

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Bath BID

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Nov 19 · 8:30 AM GMT