Business Leaders Forum

Senior business leaders from across the Horsham District are invited to attend the first Business Leaders Forum.

Senior business leaders from across Horsham District are invited to attend our first Business Leaders Forum, taking place on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, 9:30am-2pm at Roffey Park Institute in Horsham.

This Forum will combine high-value networking with bite-sized updates on business developments, expert insight, and facilitated workshops on the issues shaping our local economy. Designed to inform, connect, and empower leaders, this is where Horsham District’s business community comes together to share ideas and drive forward positive change.

Presented by local speakers, key topics will include collaboration, staff transport in rural areas, as well as artificial intelligence featuring guest speaker Simon Greenman - Co-Founder of MapQuest, Head of AI & Chief Technology Officer for Best Practice AI and Former Global Innovator & Global AI Council Member for the World Economic Forum.

Refreshments and a light buffet lunch will be provided.

If you’re a senior business leader in Horsham District, whose business employs 10+ staff, sign up today. Up to two delegates are invited to attend per company.

The Business Leaders Forum is supported by Horsham District Council’s Enterprising Horsham Team and Gatwick Diamond Business.

Date: 24th February 2026

Time: 09:30-14:00

Venue: Roffey Park Institute, Forest Road, Horsham, RH12 4TB

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FAQS:

Who can attend this event?

This event is for senior business leaders in the Horsham District, whose business employs 10+ staff, up to two delegates per company are invited to attend.

What are my transport options?

Free parking is available on site. Alternatively, the nearest train stations are Faygate, Horsham or Three Bridges which are all a brief taxi ride away.

Venue

Roffey Park Institute

Date

24 February, 2026

Time

09:30 - 14:00

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