SheChain Live 2026

Building Bigger Businesses. Creating Bigger Opportunities. Thursday 1 October 2026 | Winter Gardens, Blackpool What if your next customer, buyer, stockist, investor or strategic partner was all in one room? SheChain Live is a new business growth event designed to put women-led businesses where they belong - in supply chains, procurement conversations, on retail shelves and in rooms where commercial decisions are made.

This is not another networking event. This is a platform built to drive visibility, create opportunities and help female-led businesses connect directly with the people who can help them grow. Bringing together founders, buyers, procurement leaders, investors, retailers and industry experts from across the UK, SheChain Live aims to become one of the UK's most impactful events focused on women in business and supply chain opportunities.

Hear from industry leaders, buyers and business experts including: Karen Millen OBE Founder of one of Britain's most recognised fashion brands. In an exclusive fireside conversation, Karen will share her journey of building a global brand, navigating setbacks, reinvention and the realities of entrepreneurship.
Small Business Commissioner, Emma Jones CBE, will give her perspective on supporting small businesses, championing fair business practices and helping founders navigate cash flow challenges. WEConnect International - Helping women-owned businesses access global supply chains and corporate opportunities. ITV Confidence on Camera- Helping women become more visible, more confident and more compelling when sharing their story and expertise. Alongside expert panels, procurement conversations, practical workshops and direct access to decision makers.

Addressing the challenges facing businesses today:
✓ How do I get in front of buyers?
✓ How do I win procurement opportunities?
✓ How do I scale my business?
✓ How do I become more visible?
✓ How do I secure investment?
✓ How do I get my products into retail?
✓ How do I build the right partnerships?
✓ How do I grow beyond my existing network?

Expect:
Meet The Buyer Opportunities - Connect directly with organisations looking for suppliers and innovative businesses.
Procurement Insights - Understand what buyers are really looking for and how to position your business for success.
Practical Workshops & Masterclasses - Covering retail readiness, investment, visibility, manufacturing, marketing, cyber security and more.
The Exchange Wall - Book one-to-one conversations with experts, advisors and specialists.
Exhibitors & Marketplace - Discover products, services and support organisations that can help you grow.
Unrivalled Networking Because opportunities rarely happen sitting behind your laptop.

Why Attend?
Because women-led businesses remain underrepresented in procurement, supply chains and investment. Because visibility matters.
Because who is in the room matters.
Because collaboration creates growth.
And because the North West has a powerful community of female founders and business leaders ready to do business together and and with businesses and customers across the UK.

This is about creating opportunities, opening doors and ensuring women-led businesses are seen, heard and considered. One Ticket. Bigger Possibilities.
Whether you are:
A founder looking to scale
A product business seeking retail opportunities
A service business looking for partnerships
A business leader wanting to build visibility
An organisation committed to supplier diversity and supporting female entrepreneurship

SheChain Live is the room you need to be in. Join us and be part of a movement that is changing the flow of opportunity. Exhibitor Space available. Tickets and VIP experience Marketing Opportunities One ticket. Two powerful events. Attend the Enterprise Vision Awards on Friday 2 October and enjoy complimentary access to SheChain Live on Thursday 1 October - bringing together founders, buyers, investors and industry leaders for a unique two-day business experience.

£50 per attendee