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Been quiet for a while – completely knocked out with Covid (suspected), but I’m back with a bumper Friday update for Ideas Fest! So much has happened in the last week, and I can't wait to share it with you all. 🎸 First up, we’ve confirmed one of the most fun live bands I’ve ever seen – The Showhawk Duo! These guys perform an acoustic rave, playing 90s dance classics on acoustic guitars. It’s incredibly entertaining and so much fun – you won’t want to miss it! 🎹 Here's a wild card, we’re kicking off the festival with a school assembly. Yes, you read that right! James Partridge, who you may have seen at Glastonbury, will bring his school assembly bangers to Ideas Fest. Imagine standing in a field with hundreds of entrepreneurs singing “Give me oil in your lamp” – it’s unique, I know, but what better way to break down barriers and have fun? We did say this is like no other business event. 📈 We’ve also confirmed the incredible Richard Harpin, who will be interviewed by fellow North East powerhouse Sophie Milliken MBE. Richard will share the 8 secrets to building a £Billion business. From his first venture at 14 to the global success of HomeServe, Richard’s insights are invaluable. This is a must-see for anyone serious about business growth. 🤩 And guess who else is joining us? Simon Squibb, the social media sensation! We've had so many messages since he appeared on the website! He’ll be opening one of our stages in conversation with Calvin Eden about the importance of dreams and purpose. Plus, he’ll be taking business pitches throughout the festival – a fantastic opportunity for entrepreneurs to gain exposure or even investment. 🥑 On the food front, we’ve got one of my absolute favourites – the epic Guac Shack brought to you by Tom Walker, Gaz Booth, and the team. They’ll be serving their amazing guac and Holy Moly dips, with a rooftop that’s bound to be a prime spot at Ideas Fest. 🦹♀️ We’re also thrilled to welcome the phenomenal Emma Sayle who will be grilled by Polly from Dirty Mother Pukka. Emma will blow your mind with her matter of fact, feminist driven attitude towards scaling successful businesses, taking risks, taking on the establishment, smashing the patriarchy, and all the while raising a young family. The secret to her success? Be your own number 1 priority. Inspiring doesn’t even cut it. 📣 We also have a handful of trading or showcase opportunities left. Whether you need a tabletop option or your own gazebo, get in touch to secure your space! 📣 This is not a drill – hotel rooms on site are running soooo low! If you want to stay at the luxury Pendley Manor with access to the pool, sauna, and late-night bar post Ideas Fest, book now! And finally, how's this for unique? Bringing the colour to Ideas Fest we're sure you'll enjoy spotting the roaming Peacocks 🦚 at Pendley Manor Hotel!
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