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This June, EntreConf will be returning to Watershed for two days of unique insights and inspiration.

EntreConf is back for two days across June 17 - 18 2026 at Watershed with a whole host of fresh inspiration and for entrepreneurs, scale-ups and established businesses alike.

Entrepreneurship is a state of mind. This event is for those looking to push boundaries, and benefit from vital insights. Plus, broker new relationships and learn about some of the most valuable businesses in the region.

Programme highlights: Wed 17 June

Keynote: They promised us jetpacks

Richard Browning, Gravity Industries
Sci-fi becomes reality: jaw-drop, fast-growth, well-funded Gravity Industries is pioneering jetpack travel. 

Funder’s story: Galvanising the tiger

Graham MacVoy, Wake The Tiger
Unravelling the complexities of the multi-million-pound funding  which is powering the next phase of regional sensation, Wake The Tiger.

Keynote: How we created the UK’s fastest-growing coffee brand

Helena Hills, TrueStart Coffee
For clear vision, great values and just blow-away dynamism, come and hear co-founder Helena Hills’ remarkable, inspiring story

Practical advice: How to incentivise your teams?

Claire Withers & Elena Visser Adams, Burges Salmon
Entrepreneurs need brilliant teams for the duration. How do you motivate and reward? How can you anticipate exit structures? 

Programme highlights: Thu 18 June

Keynote: From Kitchen table to multi-million-pound brand

Maxine Laceby, Absolute Collagen
Absolute Collagen has become the market leader in a rapidly growing sector. How? What’s next? 

Keynote: Visionary entrepreneur, Riverford

Guy Singh-Watson is a pioneer: he created one of the earliest organic food businesses and B Corps, then sold it to his team. 

Keynote: From one Bristol café-bar to massive national success

Alex Reilley, Loungers
Stunning insights for entrepreneurs. Loungers started with just £10k and a small place in Bris. Now has 300+ sites. How so? Driving force founder Alex Reilley reveals the secrets of this outstanding hospitality success.