More 350 businesses took the opportunity to showcase their products and services at the second annual Local View expo in Peterborough.

The event, which was staged at the Kingsgate Conference Centre, was held to help local businesses to be seen and to grow.

As well as exhibiting their products, businesspeople also got the network and to explore new suppliers.
There were presentations by experts such as Anne-Marie Lategan of Your Marketing Network, Isabella Green from Hegarty, Karen Fourie and Ruth Beck of MAGPAS Air Ambulance, Kaffy Rice-Oxley from Voice Confident and entrepreneur Mike Greene.

The event was opened by Kev Lawrence of Peterborough City Radio (PCR FM)

The Local View Director Sara said: “Networking remains at the heart of our Business Expo, offering businesses the chance to connect with potential clients, partners, and suppliers.

"Sponsors will benefit from heightened brand visibility, extended reach through our online platforms, and speaking slots on industry leading topics to engage deeply with the local business audience.

She added: “Our next Business Expo is on October 2 and to secure your spot as a sponsor or an exhibitor contact The Local View as soon as possible.”

Source: More than 300 businesses turn out for Peterborough's second annual Local View expo Peterborough Telegraph. Article written by Paul Grinnell, 31st March 2025. 

Connecting Peterborough’s Business Community. Following the resounding success of our inaugural Business Expo in September 2024, The Local View launched its second business expo on Thursday, 13th March 2025, at the KingsGate Conference Centre in Peterborough. 

The business expo saw over 350 local businesses come together to showcase their new products and services, network, explore new suppliers, watch demos and see industry leading experts such as Anne-Marie Lategan of Your Marketing Network, Isabella Green from Hegarty, Karen Fourie and Ruth Beck of MAGPAS Air Ambulance, Kaffy Rice-Oxley from Voice Confident and Mike Greene deliver engaging talks. The event was opened by Kev Lawrence of Peterborough City Radio (PCR FM) and the Kev Lawrence Breakfast Show 103.2 FM creating real energy amongst local businesses.

Building on momentum, the business expo provided an even more enriching platform for local enterprises to “Be Seen, Grow Your Business, Build Your Brand.” 12 lucky exhibitors were interviewed live on air through-out the event, giving business owners a taste of on-air digital marketing. 25,000 local listeners could share the experience whilst learning about all the businesses in their community.

The Local View partnership with PCR FM – Peterborough City Radio. The Local View Director Sara states; “We’re beyond excited that Kev Lawrence from PCR FM ’s Breakfast Show (103.2 FM) officially opened The Local View Business Expo! Kev and his team are fantastic to work with and Local businesses could experience on the day what a fantastic platform radio is as part of your digital marketing plan, with excellent reach.“

The Local View Event Organiser Julie says; “PCR FM is a non-profit, volunteer-driven community radio station dedicated to serving the Peterborough area. The station’s mission is to deliver engaging live music, local events coverage, and community-focused content, acting as a central hub for information and entertainment tailored to the diverse population of Peterborough. Partnering with PCR FM reinforces our joint values focusing on the local business community first.

Networking remains at the heart of our Business Expo, offering businesses the chance to connect with potential clients, partners, and suppliers. Sponsors will benefit from heightened brand visibility, extended reach through our online platforms, and speaking slots on industry leading topics to engage deeply with the local business audience. Our next Business Expo is on 2nd October, to secure your spot as a sponsor or an exhibitor contact The Local View now and join them in fostering a vibrant business ecosystem in Peterborough.

Source: Peterborough Matters The Local View Business Expo 13th March 2025.
Photo credit: Nate Lansdell of A Smile A Day Photography