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Newry Chamber of Commerce & Trade will host its annual NI SME Business Conference & Expo at the Canal Court Hotel, Newry, on Thursday 17 November at 8.30am. The event a part of Newry, Mourne and Down Enterprise Week 2026 is free to attend.
This year marks the 12th edition of the conference, which attracts more than 150 delegates each year. SMEs are being encouraged to register to attend.
The programme will cover key areas for SMEs including Demystifying AI, Sales & Marketing, Finance & The Economy, and Skills, Recruitment & Innovation. It will feature presentations, panel discussions and interactive Q&A sessions, overseen by MC Deborah Loughran.
Conor Patterson, President of Newry Chamber, said the event grew out of regular contact with members.
“We regularly engage with our members to better understand what the current challenges they face are as well as the opportunities they see. This conference is all about connecting our SME business community with each other and with organisations that can support them.”
He also spoke about the business community in the Greater Newry Area.
“The Greater Newry Area is a vibrant business region. Despite the challenges of rising interest rates, stubbornly high inflation, skills and staff shortages, there is a still a huge ambition for growth. The conference allows businesses to learn from each other and raise awareness of what supports are available to them.”
The 2026 NI SME Business Conference & Expo is supported by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council, FSB Northern Ireland, Southern Regional College, Queen’s University Belfast, Ulster University, BCF Lending and the Competition & Markets Authority.
SMEs can register at newrychamber.com
View the Schedule at NI SME Business Conference & Expo Programme 2026
