By Isle of Wight Observer
The Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Business Expo on Wednesday, welcoming more than 70 Island firms to Ryde School’s grounds.
Sponsored by WightFibre, the event featured a wide range of exhibitors, from tech and digital services to hospitality, education, charities, and local producers, offering a vibrant showcase of the Island’s business community.
Reflecting growing interest, a fourth area in the large marquee was added this year, making Expo 2025 the largest yet.
Throughout the day, attendees had the chance to meet face-to-face with business owners and entrepreneurs, discover new products and services, and build valuable connections. As always, the event was free to attend and open to everyone, encouraging networking across all sectors.
The day, which marked CEO Steven Holbrook’s final Expo, was widely regarded as a resounding success, reinforcing the event’s status as the Island’s largest and most inclusive B2B event.
The IW Chamber’s continued efforts to support local enterprise and create opportunities for collaboration were clearly on display, with many attendees already looking ahead to next year’s event.
Tilly Walder 
Mal Butler