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Stock Exchange Hotel

Tuesday 24th November 2026

 

The Edwardian

Wednesday 25th November 2026

The invitation-only network for founders & CEOs of the most successful fast growth scaleups

Stock Exchange Hotel

Tuesday 24th November 2026

 

The Edwardian

Wednesday 25th November 2026

The invitation-only network for
founders & CEOs of the most
successful fast growth scaleups

“We all know growth is difficult, but listening to
those who delivered it at icons is always enlightening and inspirational.”

Craig Aston
CEO, Celerity Ltd.

“We all know growth is difficult, but listening to
those who delivered it at icons is always enlightening and inspirational.”

Craig Aston
CEO, Celerity Ltd.

PURPOSE

Creating the 100m+ revenue stars of the future

Growing a business is no small feat.

It demands vision, relentless drive, and the right people by your side. At Icons, we bring these elements together in one exceptional event.

Our purpose is to help you navigate the complexities of scaling a business today.

This is not just another networking event. Icons is a space for candid conversations, real insights, and meaningful connections. Here, founders and CEOs engage in unfiltered discussions, learning from those who’ve been there and done it—while forging relationships that go beyond business.

At the heart of Icons is something simple yet powerful: ideas that make an impact, and connections that last. You’ll leave with fresh strategies, sharper clarity, and a network that will stand by you on the road ahead.

Welcome to Icons, where growth meets momentum.

Speakers

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Dave Stevinson

Founder & CEO, QBS

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Heather Staff

Co-Founder, Street Group

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Mike Bristow

Founder, CrowdProperty
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Verona Frankish

CEO, Yopa
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Previous Speakers

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Ed Thompson

Co-Founder & CTO, Matillion

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Bill Holmes

Executive Chairman & Founder, Radius

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Dafydd Stuttard

Founder and CEO, PortSwigger

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Estelle Lloyd

Co-Founder & CEO, Macademia
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Ben Fletcher

Founder, The Mothership

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Purpose & Speakers

THE ICONS EXPERIENCE

“Great people, stunning location, perfect length, brilliant organisation, high level of content and the best event for learning and meeting fellow founders – and excellent insights from highly relevant sponsors.”

Dave Stevinson
Founder & CEO, QBS Software

QUALITY

100% of the delegates from last year’s event rated
the experience “Excellent” or “Very Good”.

Net Promoter Score

Icons Manchester 2025 achieved an NPS of 96
The industry standard for an excellent live event is 50

Employees

35% of the businesses had over 50 staff, and 19% had over 100 staff

Rating

“Overall, how would you rate the Fast Growth Icons experience?”

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Annual Growth Rates

52% of the businesses were growing at over 50% annually

Funding

17% of businesses had over $10m in funding, and 10% had over $20m

Founder Testimonials

Attendees

The event will have 100 founders and CEO from businesses typically with $10m in revenue and 75+ staff.
Enter your password to access the agenda and the list of founders and CEOs who have confirmed their attendance.

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Agenda & Attendees

Sponsors

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VENUE

DINNER

Stock Exchange Grill
4 Norfolk St, Manchester M2 1DW
Tuesday 24th November 2026

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MAIN EVENT

The Edwardian Manchester
Free Trade Hall, Peter St, Manchester
Wednesday 25th November 2026

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Confirm Your Attendance

If you have received an invitation and code, please RSVP here

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“I heard such a wide range of perspectives, and have come away with
plenty of food for thought, but more importantly, with practical insights
to bring back to the business.”

Tash Grossman
Founder & CEO, Slip

“I heard such a wide range of perspectives, and have come away with plenty of food for thought, but more importantly, with practical insights to bring back to the business.”

Tash Grossman
Founder & CEO, Slip

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Craig Aston - Celerity
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Dr. Olga Kubassova
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Craig Aston - Celerity
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