We are proud to support the local business community by sponsoring Riviera Connect, Torbay Business and Hospitality Expo. The Council is a silver sponsor of the event which takes place on 17 October at the Riviera International Centre in Torquay.

It is the second year of the Expo which brings together the best minds and resources in the business, tourism, and hospitality sectors for a day of networking, learning, and innovation.

Council Teams will be exhibiting on stands 5, 6, 32 and 34, showcasing a wide range of our services, opportunities, attractions and partnerships including:

• Free inclusive business support programmes available via Torbay’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund, including Start-Up Torbay and growth programmes
• Build Torbay
• Skills and apprenticeships  
• The English Riviera Airshow
• My Bay scheme
• Torre Abbey
• Cockington Court
• Torbay Story
• English Riviera Geopark

Supporting local businesses and boosting Torbay’s visitor economy is a key part of our Economic Growth Strategy and English Riviera Destination Plan. Working with a wide range of private and public sector partners, the Council is committed to making the English Riviera the UK’s premier holiday destination and creating a high-quality visitor economy all year round.

Councillor Chris Lewis, Deputy Leader of Torbay Council and Cabinet Member for Place Development and Economic Growth, said: ‘‘We are delighted to sponsor this year’s Riviera Connect. The purpose of the event, to support local businesses and strengthen Torbay’s tourism and hospitality sector, aligns perfectly with Torbay Council’s long-term strategy and vision to grow the local economy.  

‘‘The English Riviera offers the best of the seaside, outstanding seafood, exciting activities on and off the water, authentic cultural events and much more. It is a wonderful place to live, work and visit. By boosting our visitor economy all year round and helping local businesses to thrive, we can create sustainable economic growth that will help Torbay to become a healthy, happy and prosperous place for everyone.’’

Riviera Connect runs from 10am to 5pm on 17 October and offers free admission and free parking.

To find out more and to register to attend visit Riviera Connect • EXPO for Business, Tourism & Hospitality (riviera-connect.co.uk)