Founder & CEO of Empower CIC Tashan Gabriel will be another ‘Aspire to Inspire’ Panelist at our 2026 Expo – Get your FREE tickets today
Tashan Gabriel – Expo Speaker CEO & Founder – Empower CIC/Movement and Wellbeing Tashan run’s a multi-layered health, fitness, and community operation based in Huddersfield. On the commercial side, he delivers structured personal training and small group coaching for adults who want real, long-term results. The focus isn’t quick fixes; it’s education, accountability, and consistency […]
We are proud to announce youth advocate Serena Johnson will be part of the ‘Aspire to Inspire’ Q&A panel session at the 2026 Black Business Expo
Serena Johnson – Expo Speaker Co-Founder & Director – Conscious Youth Serena Johnson is the Co-Founder and Director of Conscious Youth C.I.C., an award-winning, youth-led social enterprise based in Kirklees. Conscious Youth is dedicated to challenging inequalities and empowering young people aged 12–25 to become creators rather than consumers. An Alumni of the Operation Black […]
NHS Head of Procurement Imran Ahmed will be giving you an overview of the ‘Public Sector Supply Chain’ – Don’t miss this year’s 2026 Black Business Expo…
Imran Ahmed – Expo Speaker Imran Ahmed Head of Procurement at South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Imran provides strategic leadership across procurement, ensuring the Trust secures best‑value solutions that improve patient care. Through effective contract management, market insight, and collaborative working, the team deliver compliant, sustainable procurement that strengthens services and supports long‑term […]
Bev Mottley Counsellor & Psychotherapist will be the Expo 2026 Host with the Most
CEO & Founder – BM Counselling & Psychotherapy Bev is a self-employed Counsellor/Psychotherapist, Mental Health Trainer, and Consultant. She has a particular interest in intersectionality—working with the effects of multiple layers of discrimination such as gender, ethnicity, disability, class, and sexual orientation. As a Counsellor/Psychotherapist, Bev works with adults – individuals and couples. Sessions may […]
Member of the Team GB Bobsleigh Team Leon Greenwood is a true example of the word resilience… Get your FREE ticket @skiddle.com to hear more.
Batley born Leon was originally a 100m and 200m sprinter, but after an injury in 2020 was told he would never run again. Undeterred, Leon fought back and became part of the Team GB bobsleigh crew. The former policeman has finished in the top ten at the last two Winter Olympics, in addition to multiple […]
Another addition to the Expo 2026 speaker line-up. Benjamin Golding-Sebitla
Based in West Yorkshire, Benje is a content creator and property developer with an online community of over 300,000 people. In early 2025, he bought his first house and started documenting the renovation on social media.
Professor Paul Miller Founder of the World First Institute for Equity, University Centre based in Huddersfield West Yorkshire will be live at the 2026 Expo
Paul is the CEO and founder of the Institute for Equity, University Centre The Institute for Equity, University Centre (IEUC), based at Cedar Court Hotel, Huddersfield allows Yorkshire businesses to tap into the UK’s only specialist university dedicated to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). This partnership provides locally-accessible, research-led tools to transform organisational culture and drive […]
Consultant Trichologist and Lead Aesthetician, Melissa Bent will be sharing her exciting business venture at this years Expo on the 12th September
Melissa is the founder of YT Medical who deliver a comprehensive hair loss pathway, offering detailed hair and scalp assessment, non-surgical restoration support, advanced cosmetic aesthetics, and access to hair transplantation – all delivered by experienced surgeons specialising in all hair types. This integrated approach allows clients to be supported at every stage of […]
It’s not just a Business, Palm Cove Society CIC is a labour of Love for former Midwife Yvonne Stocks DL… Another speaker joining us at the 2026 Expo
Yvonne and Palm Cove Society are recognised experts in helping vulnerable adults escape abuse, modern slavery and non-consensual relationships. In addition they employ 72 staff, received numerous accolades, accommodate 220 vulnerable men & women, have Outreach Services in West, North & East Yorks and have helped over 11,000 people. Their team commitment to doing what’s […]
CEO & Founder of Tilz Prosperitas will be sharing her journey at the Black Business Expo 2026 Huddersfield…
What began in 2017 as a £5,000 startup has grown into a globally trading ecommerce business operating across the UK Europe the United States and Australia. Today Tilz Prosperitas continues to grow with a focus on impact resilience and legacy creating pathways for businesses to scale beyond borders and thrive.
