WHAT YOU GET — 2026 SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE
ACCOMMODATION
 
Friday 19th and Saturday 20th June 2026
Two-night stay for two people (double or twin room) at the Hilton Deansgate Hotel, including breakfast.
 
THOUGHT LEADERS DINNER – FRIDAY 19TH JUNE | 7PM–10PM
2 tickets to the Thought Leaders Dinner, held at the Hilton Deansgate
Includes a buffet meal, wine, and two inspirational guest speakers sharing insights to support growth and success at every stage of business
An opportunity to connect and network with other attendees ahead of the expo and awards weekend
 
EXPO – SATURDAY 20TH JUNE
Coffee and pastries during setup (7.30am–9.30am)
2–3 metre exhibition space depending on your activation needs and layout
Expo passes for 2 staff members
You may bring as many additional team members, models, or guests as needed — no limit on delegate numbers
Access to WiFi and power (if required)
Your business listed in the printed exhibitor programme
Choice of:
A 20-minute speaker stage presentation, or
A 1-hour private workshop with capacity for for 10–12 pre-registered, paid delegates
Buffet lunch at 3pm following public closure of the expo
Expected footfall: 300–400+ attendees, including both industry professionals and those looking to enter the industry
 
CATEGORY SPONSOR
Announced across social media and email campaigns as a 2026 category sponsor
Your logo displayed onscreen during your category announcement at the live awards
Company name engraved on the winner’s trophy
The opportunity to present your sponsored award on stage
 
WINNERS MAGAZINE – NEW FOR 2026
One-page editorial feature on your business
Quarter-page advert for a product, treatment, or offer
Featured alongside top 3 finalists in each category and an 8–12 page Expo feature with coverage for exhibitors
Distributed digitally via social media, email, and website and available in print for finalists to purchase to showcase in their salons
Includes 5 printed copies of the magazine for your business use
 
EXTRAS
Your logo on the red carpet backdrop
A5 advert in the printed Awards Ceremony Brochure given to all guests
2 tickets to the Awards Ceremony (value £175 each)
Additional tickets available at a discounted rate of £100 each
From 1st July 2025, access to our social media manager for pre-event brand promotion leading all the way up until the 31st of July 2026. (13 months of support)
(Please note: overposting or excessive promotional content may be moderated to maintain audience engagement and for fairness to all sponsors)