Bristol Technology Festival returns on Monday!! The techSPARK team can’t wait to bring the UK’s largest and most connected regional technology festival to Bristol once again this October.

Supported by our headline partner, Ghyston, an award-winning UK software company, the festival will be taking place from 7 – 11 October 2024 in various locations across our vibrant city. As usual, connecting people and sharing knowledge will be at the core of the Festival.

In case you need refreshing, the five themes are:

Impact:The Impact we make as individuals, businesses and as a sector is catalysing technological innovations across industries. From sustainability and green initiatives to talent and retention, our Impact is transforming the way we live and work. What can we do today for a better tomorrow? Today we bring the week together into the how – and what the next steps are for us all.

Experience: In partnership with AND Digital, Experience Day is all about the end-users using our products. We are a tech community built around collaboration, bringing ideas and passions together. Let’s use this day to look at the world differently, help each other, listen to each other and build a strong conversation.

Scale: We will highlight critical areas such as funding, and the importance of future-proofing our business in an ever-changing climate.

Creative: In partnership with Aer Studios, Bristol Creative Industries & MyWorld. Technology is nothing without the story – we are a city of creatives, how has the story changed, our relationship with audiences and how will we engage in the future online and in-person? Let’s use today to share our visions, showcase solutions and be creative.

Learn: Today is all about providing opportunities for attendees to connect with other professionals, learn about the latest developments and trends, and gain insights into the future of the industry.

Join Ghyston for an inspiring half-day conference, where tech and business leaders will gather to explore the transformative power of technology. This event is a celebration of Bristol’s most exciting businesses, with a forward-looking focus on how tech will shape the future.

Throughout the morning, dive into the ways technology is impacting the world around us and discuss actionable strategies to amplify our positive impact on both business and the wider world. It’s a unique opportunity to connect with forward-thinking leaders, share insights, and be inspired by success stories from our dynamic city.

Expect engaging talks, lively discussions, and plenty of networking opportunities—this is more than just a conference; it’s a chance to connect with like-minded leaders, discover new possibilities, and leave with fresh perspectives on how to lead your business into a brighter, tech-driven future.

Friends of techSPARK use code TECHSPARK at checkout for a 20% discount.

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Are you a CEO or business founder of a scaling organisation? Are you looking to enhance your visibility and establish yourself as an industry leader? Are you passionate about developing tech-with-purpose and deploying tech-for-good, but you’re unsure how to communicate this with impact? Join us for an exclusive networking breakfast and interactive workshop designed to help you build your credibility and authority on LinkedIn.

It promises to be a valuable morning filled with insightful discussions, practical tips, and networking opportunities. Don’t miss this unique chance to amplify your voice and drown out the competition!

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Everybody will leave this masterclass with a clear, concise and compelling story about their own pre-start-up, early-stage business or project – guaranteed to make an impact.

You will learn:

1. A simple and proven speed storytelling process to find and articulate killer headlines

2. Why this process works so well

3. How to use it to make your impact

The masterclass will end with a Q+A. Felicity loves to share her tips and insights to help businesses get their great ideas out into the world.

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Join Kinneir Dufort, a SteriPack company, for an engaging workshop that will explore opportunities to use technology to improve sustainability in your product development, while simultaneously ensuring high patient outcomes and business value. They’ll be looking at everything from lowering carbon impact through remote monitoring, to utilising data to improve operational efficiency and device design.

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Ben Oliver