BASINGSTOKE businesses are gearing up for the fifth annual Basingstoke Business Expo next Thursday.

The event will see more than 50 companies exhibit their services, including local firms Philips Solicitors, Destination Basingstoke and The Gazette.

During the free event, visitors will be able to meet local suppliers and make new contacts during the dedicated speed networking sessions held throughout the day, as well as gain valuable advice surrounding legal issues and business growth. 

There will also be keynote seminars from business professionals including author of Amazon bestseller Networking for Dummies, Stefan Thomas.

Now in its fifth year, the business expo has been organised by local entrepreneur, Matthew Larcome, who has seen the event grow year-on-year.

This year’s event is being supported by Hampshire Chamber of Commerce, Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council and The Gazette. 

The free event is being held at the Apollo Hotel, in Aldermaston Road, from 10am until 3pm. For more information on how to get involved visit b2bexpos.co. uk.