World-class speakers ready to empower business growth at Leicester Business Festival

The Leicester Business Festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary from 4-15 November, with an outstanding line-up of 70 free events aimed at business growth, collaboration and innovation.

Highlights at this year’s festival are sessions led by distinguished keynote speakers, including Rob Paternostro, head coach of the Leicester Riders and Dr. Julia Jones, known as 'Dr. Rock', a leading neuroscientist and wellness expert. Both speakers will bring invaluable insights that empower businesses to elevate their performance.

Rob Paternostro is one of British Basketball’s most respected coaches, having led the Leicester Riders to numerous championships in British Basketball. His expertise in building high-performing teams and creating a resilient culture is a valuable lesson for businesses seeking to enhance their own success.

The unmissable Q&A session with Paternostro will take place on 12 November at the Gresham Aparthotel who is the latest sponsor of the festival. At the event the award-winning aparthotel will reveal its new bar and restaurant offering attendees delicious canapés and bite-sized menu items.

Snizhana Yesaulenko, CEO of The Gresham Aparthotel, said: “Leicester is renowned for being one of the best places to work in the East Midlands and the Leicester Business Festival plays a key role in driving those connections and innovations. 

“We're proud to support the festival especially as we contribute to the vibrant business and tourism community year-round.

“We’re excited to host the ‘Delivering Partnerships for Growth’ event and I encourage businesses to join us in celebrating the power of business in Leicester!”

In addition to Paternostro’s session, Dr. Julia Jones will present at an event hosted by PPL PRS on 7 November from 3:30PM to 5PM at PPL PRS HQ, Mercury Place, St. George Street.

Based in Leicester, PPL PRS is actively engaged in local events and supports businesses who use live music, radio, and TV in their workplaces by providing TheMusicLicence. PPL PRS ensures that collected fees are redistributed to music creators as royalties, after covering operational costs. Dr. Julia Jones, also known as "Dr. Rock", is the Smart Wellness Coach for PPL PRS. She is a neuroscientist who advises on how music can improve health and well-being.

Dr. Jones’ event, titled "The Music Diet and How It Could Benefit Your Business," will  employ innovative approaches to music, making scientific concepts memorable and actionable, equipping attendees with practical tools to enhance their daily lives. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Jones is a neuroscientist, former Olympic psychologist, and founder of the wellness startup Holidity. Her research has supported organisations, including the NHS and British Olympic teams, in effectively implementing these principles. She is also the author of three bestselling books, including The Music Diet.

Both of these events can be booked online through the Leicester Business Festival website. With over 70 exciting events planned, explore the full line-up at: www.leicesterbusinessfestival.com

As the festival celebrates its ten years of success in 2024, it extends its thanks to the valued sponsors and partners for their ongoing support which makes the festival possible. A special thank you to East Midlands Chamber, De Montfort University, University of Leicester, IoD, Everards of Leicestershire, The Sir Thomas White Loan Charity, Leicester & Leicestershire Business and Skills Partnership, The Gresham Aparthotel, Leicester Hospitals Charity, Highcross Leicester, and TheMusicLicence from PPL PRS Ltd. We also appreciate the backing of HQ Recording, The City Rooms Leicester, and Assured Energy, whose contributions enhance the festival's impact for everyone.