Business Growth Series
What is the business Growth Series?
The Business Growth Series is Champions (UK) plc’s programme of exclusive, invitation‑led sessions created specifically for founders, entrepreneurs and family‑owned businesses. After more than 20 years working alongside business owners on their growth and exit journeys, from family firms to rapidly scaling teams, we created the series to give this community access to market‑leading experts, practical insight and real‑world experience on the issues that matter most.
Across the year, we host summits, expert showcases, speaker sessions, leadership lunches and chef’s table experiences that bring together owners who’ve built, scaled, transformed, raised investment or exited. Each event is designed to be practical and actionable, giving you meaningful connections and fresh perspective on the decisions that drive long‑term value.
The series delivers timely insight from renowned keynote speakers while creating powerful opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing and business growth.
Who is the Business Growth Series for?
This series is for decision-makers who are serious about building value and future-proofing their organisations, including:
Founders and owner-managers scaling established SMEs
C-suite leaders focused on growth strategy and leadership capability
Investors and advisors supporting high-potential businesses
Entrepreneurs planning ahead for funding, succession or exit
If you value high-quality conversation, trusted introductions and insight from people who’ve been there and done it, these events are built for you.
Types of Events
These are the formats of some of our exclusive events across the calendar
Our formats are designed to be intimate and high-impact, bringing leaders together with experts and operators for practical insight and relationship-led growth.
Half-day, content-led programmes built around a clear theme, featuring keynote speakers, expert panels and structured networking. Designed to give leaders practical takeaways on value creation and execution.
2026 Event Calendar
Check out our upcoming events
Our 2026 calendar is built around the themes business leaders are navigating right now. Sustainable growth, leadership, capital strategy and future-facing capability.
You will see topic-led events spanning Growth & Exit, alongside future summits covering People & HR, Sales Growth, M&A, and AI & Tech, each featuring international leading speakers and business owners, designed to create real-world value (not just theory).
Our Upcoming Events
Here are some of our exclusive events across the next few months
A limited-capacity afternoon programme convening investors and business leaders to explore value creation and exit readiness.
Speaker programme: Matthew Hayes (Managing Director, Champions (UK) plc), Sarah Furness (former RAF combat helicopter pilot and keynote speaker), and Ian Mattioli MBE (Founding President and co-founder of Mattioli Woods), plus a panel featuring senior voices across governance, banking, venture and legal.
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Event Highlights
Entrepreneur Growth & Exit Summit
Relive the key moments from the Entrepreneur Growth & Exit Summit, part of the Champions Growth Series.
Held on 11 March 2026, at Squire Patton Boggs in London, the summit brought together entrepreneurs, business leaders, investors and NEDs for a dynamic day of insight, strategy and open conversation. Across keynote sessions, panels and networking, the event explored the essential principles behind scaling a business, strengthening enterprise value and preparing for investment, partial sale or full exit.
Attendees gained practical guidance on commercial growth, leadership, talent strategy, financial readiness and the mindset required to navigate high‑value transitions.
⬅️Watch the highlights and stay connected for future events as we continue to support founders and leaders on their growth and exit journeys.
The Champions Club
A private community for founders and leaders building ambitious businesses
The Champions Club is our private business community, bringing together growth-minded leaders for year-round insight and connection.
Members gain access to selected Business Growth Series events, priority introductions, and tailored opportunities to meet partners and speakers in curated environments. It’s designed for leaders who want to expand networks with intent, learn from trusted practitioners, and stay close to the conversations shaping modern business.
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