ISLEXPO 2018 was the culminating event of the three-year ‘START. GROW. LOCATE’ business festival series which set out to stimulate economic growth and support entrepreneurial endeavors on the isle of Man.
Growing on the unprecedented success of preceding two event campaigns, local and global thought leaders and business owners contributed to a compelling programme that explored why the jurisdiction was a unique destination to launch a business.
Over 1,500 delegates and a record number of off-Island delegates confirmed ISLEXPO’s status as the Island’s largest and best-attended business event. Over 30 events took place across the conference showcasing entrepreneurs, business leaders and Government insight, alongside global ingenuity from the likes of award-winning creative Dan Germain, the branding maestro behind Innocent.
Keynote speakers rubbed shoulders with delegates during the opening Founders Feast and VIP Pop-Up Pub. Forward-thinking panel discussions, fireside chats with Q&As, interactive workshops, a live street art installation and craft beer tastings encouraged high levels of engagement. The annual live pitching finals saw standing room only, confirming the Island’s as a hot spot for start-up and entrepreneurial interest. Meanwhile, the new mental wellbeing at work programme featured workshops, yoga, and one-to-one business mentorships, bringing perfect balance to the action-packed agenda.
