A DATE has been set for Purley's first-ever business expo to promote local firms.
The event – which was thought up by Simon Cripps, the new chairman of Purley Business Association – will be held on June 25 at the United Reformed Church.
The expo will have more than 40 stands and a range of business-related seminars, which will look at improving the fortunes of Purley.
Tory MP Richard Ottaway will be opening the event, while there will also be a visit from the NatWest mobile business school, which has pledged support for both start-ups and established businesses.
Mr Cripps said: "This is incredibly exciting, we have got great support and interest in the event already. There is a superb team behind us and a new invigorated vibe in the business community"
The expo will be held in the same week as the Purley Festival, in an effort to attract as many people to the event as possible.
Mr Ottaway said Mr Cripps' plan was a great initiative to support and promote Purley businesses.
"In tough economic times, this will be a fantastic boost to our local economy," he said.
The Purley Business Association is still looking for sponsors for the event – a main sponsor to put up £400, three sponsors of £225 and various smaller sponsors of £150.
Anyone interested in being involved should e-mail info@purleybusiness.co.uk
