Buckinghamshire Business First are inviting your business to take the spotlight at the Bucks Skills Show next month.

Aimed at young people aged 14-19, teachers, parent carers, and all adults looking for a career change, the 2024 Skills Show will be bigger and better than ever with 3,800 people booked to attend already – meaning even more reason to book your exhibition stand!

And with a vibrant history and impressive reputation for inclusivity, what better place to hold the show than at Stoke Mandeville Stadium.

Event details:

Date: 6th and 7th March 2024
Price: £100 non refundable admin fee will be charged on booking
Location: Stoke Mandeville Stadium, Guttmann Road, Aylesbury, HP21 9PP

Why exhibit?

Exhibiting at the Bucks Skills Show positions a business as a standout employer, attracting top talent in a challenging recruitment landscape.

• Do you have a skills shortage?
• Are you concerned about how work-ready young employees are?
• Do you want to support young people as they reach key decision points?
• Are you keen to raise your profile among future Bucks employees and their parents?
• Are you from a university, college, or independent provider and able to give advice on taking the next steps in education?

What is on offer:

• A stand at the Skills Show, including a table and chair.
• Power and internet access.
• Up to 5,000 visitors across the two days.
• Outdoor space for those who want to bring a larger exhibit or activity.

This is a great opportunity to showcase your business and show off opportunities. Buckinghamshire Business First will be encouraging students to familiarise themselves with the exhibiting businesses and come armed with questions and curiosity.

What you need to do:  

• Create an interactive stand that gives young people a chance to explore or try something interesting.
• Bring lots of information about career and education choices.
• Please bring a table covering, banners and your activity.
• To exhibit, you must have public liability and professional indemnity insurance.
• You must risk assess your own stand and interactive display to ensure it complies with health and safety requirements.

Stands will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend you book as soon as possible.