Plan the Exit. Own the Outcome.

80% of businesses put on the market never sell – and for women entrepreneurs, the gap is even wider.

The difference? Preparation. Most founders only start thinking about their exit when they have no choice – retirement, illness, an unexpected offer, or a sudden change in circumstances. By then, it’s often too late to maximise value or protect their legacy.

This event flips the script.

As part of Global Entrepreneurship Week and held on Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, Plan the Exit. Own the Outcome. is a premium gathering for ambitious women in business who want to take control early and ensure they walk away winning.

We’re bringing together:

• Game-changing keynote speakers
• Expert panels covering every aspect of a profitable exit
• Curated networking with decision-makers, advisors and investors
• Exhibitors who can get you exit-ready

Whether you plan to sell in 12 months or 12 years, this is where you start making it happen – on your terms.

Keynote Speaker - Susanna Lawson

Built It. Sold It. Now She’s Telling You How.

From bedroom start-up to multi-million-pound sale, Susanna Lawson knows exactly how to make a business irresistible to buyers. She didn’t begin with a trust fund, a big team, or an office with a view – just an idea, determination, and a spare room.

She built OneFile into the UK’s leading learning and development platform with over 2.5 million users, before selling it in 2021 to a major Canadian IT company in a multi-million-pound deal. No fluke. No lucky break. Just smart strategy, relentless graft, and playing the game on her terms.

Today, as co-founder of Circle of Trust, Susanna is lifting the lid on what it really takes to sell for the number you want – and still have the energy (and desire) to start again.

Her session will give you the inside track on:

• The key moves that drive up buyer value
• The mistakes that cost entrepreneurs millions
• How to prepare yourself (and your team) for life after exit

She’s proof you can start small, scale smart, and cash out big – if you plan it right and play it strategically.

Event Details

Wednesday 19 November, 9:30am to 2:30pm, Mercure Haydock Hotel, Penny Lane, Haydock, St Helens WA11 9SG

Event Highlights

• Keynote: Susanna Lawson – Co-founder of OneFile, founder of Circle of Trust
• Expert Panel: Valuation, Tax & Legal, Wealth & Legacy, People Strategy
• Interactive Q&A: Get direct answers from specialists and peers
• Select Networking: 50-60 curated guests – founders, partners, executives, family business leaders
• Exhibitor Zone: The services every exit-ready business needs
• Premium Hospitality: Refreshments and lunch included

Your exit will be the biggest deal of your life – make sure it’s on your terms.

Secure your place now and start building the future you want. Full Day Tickets £90 incl VAT