A Blast! networking event

A Blast! is a one of a kind informal, energetic, dynamic, fast paced event bought to you by business support charity The Kent Foundation to celebrate business in Kent.

This annual event will once again be held in the stunning Maidstone Studios (the UK's largest independent live TV studios) so book your place to meet new people, network, start a conversation and collaborate. We guarantee you will be leaving the evening with a buzz and new found motivation.

Last year in 2017 we created the biggest and best A Blast! event yet. We jam packed the Maidstone Studios with 300 people alongside exhibitions from 37 young business owners (meet them in this video) who showcased everything from go karts to cookies. This event gets bigger and better every year. Will you join us in 2018...

Who will be there?

Young Entrepreneurs - Who can exhibit for FREE

Business Startups

Kent Businesses

Professionals

Kent Foundation Business Mentors

Local Authorities

Business Support Organisations

Sharing is Caring

So you've got your ticket, now it's time to spread the word. We would massively appreciate if you could invite a colleague, bring a friend, share it on social media or send it to your networks. With your help we can make this event the biggest and best one yet - Thank You :-D

Who are The Kent Foundation?

The Kent Foundation is a charity (291559) specifically set up to provide free business advice and business mentoring to ambitious young people aged 30 and under who wish to grow a business in Kent. We utilise the generous support from the business community of Kent who give up their time as Volunteer Business Mentors to support the next generation of business owners.

I'm a young business owner in Kent?

As a young business owner in Kent you are welcome to exhibit your business for free. It's a tremendous way to showcase your business, meet other young business owners and build your business networks. Just register for a 'Young Exhibitor' ticket, fill in the info and send us your logo.

Interested in having a Business Mentor? visit www.kentfoundation.org

Can I sponsor the event?

Yes, of course. Everything we do as a charity is delivered completely free to boost the economy of Kent through business creation, business startup and business growth. By sponsoring you'll not only be supporting the event but donating to support the continuation of our free business support services.

The event in 2017 boasted almost 2000 views on Eventbrite, over 500 views on our website pages, 300 visitors attending as well creating a storm on social media. Depending on the amount you wish to donate we have packages that cover: social media exposure, mentions in newsletters/invitations, logo on event materials (on and offline), blog posts, press releases, exhibition space etc. Get in touch for further details.