Joining the Harpenden Town Council's Business Forum is one of the most effective ways for local businesses to strengthen their presence and succeed in a competitive market. Our forum brings together entrepreneurs, professionals, and community leaders who are committed to support each other and Harpenden Town business customers.
Network with other local business owners, potential partners, suppliers, and customers. Share ideas, collaborate on projects, and form relationships that help your business thrive.
Whether you're facing staffing issues, navigating market changes, or exploring new opportunities, our forum provides a place to learn from others who understand your challenges.
Agenda:
7:00pm - 7:30pm - Registration, coffee and networking
7:35pm - 7:45pm - Welcome from Cllr Kirsti Wenn, Harpenden Town Mayor
The Town Mayor for 2026-2027, Cllr Kirsti Wenn will be discussing her aims for the coming year and her chosen charities. As Town Mayor, she serves as both the ceremonial "First Citizen" of Harpenden and the Chair of the Town Council combining a ceremonial leadership role as Mayor with practical responsibilities in planning and council governance.
7:45pm - 8:00pm - Madeleine Clark, Community Services Manager, Harpenden Town Council
Madeleine will be updating the Forum with actions raised at the previous Business Forums, including the Business Mentoring initiative.
8:00pm - 8:20pm - Heather Scott, Head of Community, Harpenden Town Council
Heather Scott leads the Town Council Planning Committee and will be talking through the two large scale developments planned for Harpenden.
8:20pm - 8:45pm - Andy Buchanan, Commercial Leader
"How well do we understand the power of cryptocurrency?"
Andrew is a board-level commercial leader with nearly four decades of experience helping technology and services organisations scale revenue and improve commercial performance. He has led and transformed sales organisations across global enterprises, scale-ups and PE-backed businesses including IBM, GE, Business Objects and high-growth software firms. Today, Andrew works directly with CEOs and leadership teams to build predictable revenue models, improve commercial execution, navigate AI-driven market change and prepare organisations for scale or exit.
8:45pm - 9:00pm - Close
If you are a local business owner or manager and would like to join us at this event please book your free ticket here, find out more here or get in touch by email: harpenden.town.council@harpenden.gov.uk