The document provides information about the International Festival for Business (IFB) 2016 taking place in Liverpool, UK from June 13th to July 1st, 2016. IFB 2016 aims to build on the success of IFB 2014 by bringing together hundreds of business and trade events focused on key industries like manufacturing, energy/environment, science/technology, and creative/digital. The festival will include a British Showcase promoting UK businesses and provide networking opportunities for thousands of global delegates. Events hosted as part of IFB 2016 will benefit from exposure, facilities, and access to the 15,000+ member IFB Business Club network. The document encourages event organizers to partner with IFB 2016 and take advantage of the promotional and venue support packages

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HIGHLIGHTS
MAKE YOUR EVENT
PART OF IFB 2016
EXHIBITION CENTRE LIVERPOOL
MONDAY 13TH JUNE - FRIDAY 1ST JULY 2016

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BUILDING ON THE SUCCESS OF IFB 2014
The International Festival for Business 2014 saw tens of thousands of delegates attend more than 400 events during a seven-week period in
June and July. For the participating companies, partners and sponsors, it was a resounding success. IFB 2014 was the first festival of its kind
to be held in the UK and was the biggest business event in the world during 2014. It provided a platform for thought leadership and insight and
for thousands of business people to make new connections with potential customers, suppliers and partners. The Festival was a key part of the
government’s ambition to promote economic growth, rebalance the economy and double UK exports by 2020.
ATTENDEES AT SIX IFB ASSOCIATED
EXHIBITIONS AND FESTIVALS

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IFB 2016 will take place for three weeks from Monday 13th June
2016 until Friday 1st July 2016 with a focus on key business sectors
including manufacturing, energy and environment, science and
technology and the creative and digital industries.
Building on the success of IFB 2014, backed once again by UK
government and in partnership with the GREAT Britain campaign, the
Festival constitutes an International Marketplace and in 2016, will
be the place to meet your global business network and increase your
international sales.
The GREAT British Showcase
A major component of the Festival will be the “GREAT British
Showcase” being developed in partnership with the UK’s GREAT
Campaign. The Showcase will provide a stimulating forum to engage
global business with a number of the most innovative and successful
British businesses exhibiting their goods or services within the exciting
environment of IFB 2016.
The Showcase will effectively present a major attraction and overall
‘welcome’ to the Festival delegates and visitors.
Complimentary IFB 2016 Membership
All delegates will receive complimentary membership to the IFB 2016
Business Club, giving them exclusive access to a range of benefits
including:
• Advice from ‘In Market’ Trade Advisors
• Free Expert Business Brokerage Sessions
• Use of the IFB 2016 Business centre including free Wi-Fi
and hot desks
• Access to the IFB 2016 Business Club Networking Lounge
BUILDING ON
THE SUCCESS
OF IFB 2014
WHAT IS THE INTERNATIONAL
FESTIVAL FOR BUSINESS 2016?

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For the easiest major economy in Europe to do
business in, with a dynamic location and stable
investment environment, choose the UK.
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US and Latin America gov.uk/ukti

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YOUR EVENT AS PART OF IFB 2016
IFB 2016 will provide a unique platform for your event.
IFB 2016 will bring together a range of international high-quality
business and trade events; centred around the state of the art venue,
Exhibition Centre Liverpool (ECL), in the heart of one of the most
vibrant and welcoming destinations in the world.
Liverpool has been named ‘The Friendliest City’ by Conde Nast
International for the last three years. The Rough Guide rated Liverpool
in the top three ‘Destinations to Visit’ in 2014
Benefits of participating
We are confident that we can offer the most competitive and
attractive venue hire, day delegate rates and support package options.
• Bespoke packages, including cash incentives, highly
competitive venue and day delegate rates
• Event support services including accommodation sourcing,
ground transportation, cultural experiences and gala dinners
• Exclusive IFB 2016 Delegate access to the GREAT British Showcase
• International networking opportunities in an
integrated business environment
• Potential to attend other key events and add to your delegate reach
• Benefit from IFB 2016 national and international
marketing campaign
• Complimentary IFB 2016 Business Club Membership
– access to over 15,000 members
If you are currently in discussions with other venues and host cities
please do speak to us to receive a tailored and highly competitive
proposal. It may also be possible to arrange Executive Board,
Sponsors and Exhibitors familiarisation visits.
IFB 2016 WILL BRING
TOGETHER A RANGE
OF INTERNATIONAL
HIGH-QUALITY
BUSINESS AND
TRADE EVENTS

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DESTINATION BUSINESS
A meeting place for those wishing to reach new markets,
to forge new connections and to secure new customers
from key markets around the globe.

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THE VENUE
On the banks of the River Mersey, gateway to one of the world’s most
famous ports, Exhibition Centre Liverpool is at the heart of the city
that made its name through global trade.
Exhibition Centre Liverpool is part of the ACC Liverpool family. ACC
Liverpool, home to BT Convention Centre Liverpool and Echo Arena, is
the only purpose built interconnected arena, convention and exhibition
centre in Europe.
• 8,100m2
of flexible and accessible event space
• Three separate and sub-divisible halls
• Flexible meeting rooms
• 4-star integrated 216 bedroom Pullman Liverpool hotel
• Secure on-site parking with 1,600 spaces
MeetingRooms
ServiceYard
Atrium
Atrium
TheDeck
MeetingRooms

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SPOTLIGHT ON THE SECTORS
MANUFACTURING
Britain’s manufacturing industry employs 2.6 million people and
accounts for half of all UK exports, making it the 10th largest goods
exporter in the world. We have a manufacturing industry to be proud of
and there’s never been a more important time to keep it in the spotlight.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
The UK’s energy market involves three key elements: making
electricity through generation, transporting gas and electricity and
selling it to the customer. Energy companies can work in any of these
different areas, and some operate in all of three.
The prominence of environmental legislation means the sector is
predicted to grow both in the UK and internationally. There is a drive to
pursue clean, renewable and sustainable practices.
CREATIVE & DIGITAL
The UK has a long and successful history of trading with all parts
of the world and its creative industries are a huge success story,
delivering over £15.5bn of exports in 2011, approximately 8% of all
UK exports (Source: Government Statistics). The growth strategy
developed by UK Government in conjunction with industry leaders
aims to double creative exports by 2020.
IFB 2016 SECTOR FOCUS
Working with UKTI we have developed a sector focus for each week. These three key sectors are ones which have the greatest potential for UK
growth and export. Across all of these sectors there are enablers which are relevant and also have potential to grow in international markets.
WEEK 1: MANUFACTURING
WEEK3:
CREATIVE&DIGITAL
WEEK2:ENERGY&ENV
IRONMENT
ENABLERS
SCIENCE & INNOVATION
PROFESSIONAL, FINANCIAL
& BUSINESS SERVICES
INFRASTRUCTURE, DISTRIBUTION
& LOGISTICS
EDUCATION

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HOW CAN WE BRING YOUR EVENT
TO THE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
FOR BUSINESS IN 2016?
We believe, in partnership with you, that the team at IFB 2016 can
put together an attractive International delegate offer, alongside
the bonus of becoming IFB Business Club members with access to
exclusive benefits.
We need to understand how we can create a compelling subvention
offer that makes Liverpool in June 2016 the location of choice for
your organisation and your event.
Working with our strategic partners, the GREAT campaign and UKTI,
our dedicated team would like to develop an attractive solution
that will allow your event to be part of the most exciting business
festival of 2016 providing you with an opportunity to take advantage
of the trade and investment focused events taking place around you
through networking and engagement.
Share with us the details of the event support package that would
entice you to be part of the official IFB 2016 programme of events so
we can create the ideal bespoke solution for your event.
LIVERPOOL OFFICE
Barbara Kirby
bkirby@ifb2016.com
T: +44(0) 151 600 2938
Simon Savidge
ssavidge@ifb2016.com
T: +44(0) 151 600 2930
LONDON OFFICE
Samantha Lau
slau@ifb2016.com
T: +44(0) 207 947 4480
BE PART OF THE
MOST EXCITING
BUSINESS FESTIVAL
IN 2016

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LIVERPOOL
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Liverpool is a world-class destination
for both leisure and business travellers. With a global perspective and
exceptional economic strengths, Liverpool is recognised as one of the
UK’s leading business destinations.
• Liverpool John Lennon Airport 20 minutes’ drive and
Manchester Airport within 45 minutes drive
• A well connected city, only 2 hours from London
• Liverpool is also connected by rail services to many
major UK cities including Glasgow, Edinburgh,
Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield
• Over 6,000 hotel bedrooms from well-known brands including
Pullman, Hilton and Marriott plus fabulous boutique hotels
• A diverse range of unique venues available
for dinners and receptions
• One of the most cost effective and centrally located cities in the UK
The IFB 2016 host city of Liverpool, is a conveniently located International
destination with short flight times to many European business centres
including Paris, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Berlin and Geneva.
ONE OF THE MOST
COST EFFECTIVE AND
CENTRALLY LOCATED
CITIES IN THE UK

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LEISURE
Liverpool is a city unlike any other, and there are some experiences
that just can’t be found anywhere else…
CULTURE The largest collection of museums in the UK
outside London. Independent art galleries,
art house cinema and acclaimed theatre. The
Albert Dock, the largest group of Grade 1 listed
buildings in Britain and home to Tate Liverpool.
MUSIC Liverpool is officially the World Capital of
Pop. Explore the city’s musical heritage, visit
the Beatles Story, hear the Royal Liverpool
Philharmonic orchestra or dance the night away
at one of the cities live music venues
SPORT Home to two high flying Premiership football
teams, Liverpool FC and Everton Football
Club. The region boasts some of the finest golf
courses in Britain, including Royal Liverpool and
Birkdale. Aintree, home of the world-famous
Grand national steeplechase.
FOOD &
DRINK
Sleek fine dining, independent bohemian bistros
and local cuisine. From modern British to the
finest foods from around the world, Liverpool
has it all.
LIVERPOOL IS A CITY
UNLIKE ANY OTHER,
AND THERE ARE SOME
EXPERIENCES THAT
JUST CAN’T BE FOUND
ANYWHERE ELSE…

12. KEY CONTACTS
LIVERPOOL OFFICE
Barbara Kirby
bkirby@ifb2016.com
T: +44(0) 151 600 2938
Simon Savidge
ssavidge@ifb2016.com
T: +44(0) 151 600 2930
LONDON OFFICE
Samantha Lau
slau@ifb2016.com
T: +44(0) 207 947 4480
WWW.IFB2016.COM
@IFB2016 #IFB2016