Exhibiting at Surrey Business Expo as a Growth and ESG Strategy
For blue-chip, corporate and mid-to-large professional services firms — including accountants, solicitors, consultants, IT and technology companies — growth, ESG and reputation are no longer separate conversations. Increasingly, they are closely connected priorities.
That’s where Surrey Business Expo comes in.
Taking place this April at the iconic Sandown Park Racecourse, the Expo is Surrey’s long-running and biggest countywide B2B business event — and a powerful platform for organisations looking to demonstrate leadership, responsibility and commitment to the county.
Localisation: Where Growth, ESG and Reputation Align
Across Surrey, clients, partners, public-sector bodies and stakeholders are placing growing emphasis on:
- Supporting local economies
- Reducing environmental impact through shorter supply chains
- Working with organisations that show genuine community engagement, not just policy statements
- Values led organisations with clear purpose and identity
This shift is being actively reinforced by Surrey Chambers and Surrey County Council, alongside the Source in Surrey initiative, which promotes more mindful, localised purchasing across the county.
For corporate and professional firms, this presents a clear opportunity:
local visibility has become both a growth lever and an ESG signal.
Community Engagement That Stakeholders Can See
Exhibiting at Surrey Business Expo allows organisations to be part of the Surrey business community and demonstrate ESG and CSR in action, not just on paper.
A visible presence supports:
- Environmental goals through reduced travel and local engagement
- Social impact by supporting Surrey’s business community, skills and employment
- Governance objectives by building transparent, relationship-led partnerships
Importantly, this is engagement that can be seen by clients, future employees, partners and influencers — not hidden in an annual report.
Strengthening Reputation in Surrey’s Business Community
As Surrey’s largest countywide business show, the Expo attracts:
- Senior decision-makers
- Public- and private-sector leaders
- Professional services firms
- SMEs and scale-ups shaping the local economy
Exhibiting positions your organisation as:
- A committed local employer and partner
- A responsible, forward-thinking business
- A company invested in Surrey’s long-term success
For firms focused on employer brand, talent attraction and stakeholder confidence, this kind of visibility is increasingly valuable.
Where Future Partnerships Begin
Surrey Business Expo is not just about immediate leads. It’s about longer-term relationships.
Exhibitors benefit from:
- Early conversations that shape future collaborations
- Stronger local referral and partner networks
- Visibility with organisations prioritising local and responsible suppliers
For firms operating in regulated, public-sector or enterprise environments, being visible early — and locally — matters.
High Strategic Value, Sensible Investment
With stand costs starting from just £545 + VAT, exhibiting represents a low-risk, high-impact investment for organisations looking to:
- Align growth strategy with ESG and CSR objectives
- Build reputation and trust in Surrey
- Engage meaningfully with local stakeholders
This isn’t just an event cost. It’s strategic positioning.
A Smart Step Towards Sustainable, Responsible Growth
As localisation continues to influence procurement, partnerships, talent and reputation, organisations that are visible, engaged and locally committed will be best placed to thrive.
This April at Sandown Park, Surrey’s biggest B2B business event offers a clear opportunity to show what your organisation stands for — to clients, communities, employees and partners alike.
Exhibit. Engage. Lead locally.
Surrey Business Expo — Spring 2026
- 📅 Date: Wednesday 29th April 2026
- 📍 Venue: Sandown Park Racecourse, Esher
- 🕙 Time: 10:00–15:00
For more information visit www.businessinsurrey.co.uk
