The NI SME Business Conference & Expo will take place on Tuesday 17th November from 8:30am – 2:40pm in the Canal Court Hotel, Newry.

2026 marks the 12th edition of our annual SME Business Conference & Expo which attracts 150+ delegates each year, from all across NI, not just Greater Newry and is part of Newry, Mourne and Down Enterprise Week 2026.

You can view the full conference PROGRAMME HERE which will feature expert speakers and numerous exhibitors who will be in attendance on the day to make you aware of all the support that is out there for SMEs and chat with you directly about how they can assist your business.

The conference will include a mix of presentations, panel discussions and interactive Q&A sessions which will be overseen by our MC for the day, Deborah Loughran.

The conference will cover a wide array of key areas for SMEs including:

• Demystifying AI – Challenges & Opportunities for SMEs

• Sales & Marketing

• Finance & The Economy

• Skills, Recruitment & Innovation

If you are interested in taking an exhibition stand at the conference, please contact Chamber CEO, Michael Savage via michael@newrychamber.com.