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We are very proud to be speaking at the EDGE Southwest Conference in April this year!

EDGE Southwest is a free event promoting independence, professionalism and collaboration, a full day of meaningful learning, networking and industry insight

Where: Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel, Southernhay East, Exeter, EX1 1QF
When: Thursday 16 April 2026, 09:30 – 4:00pm.

The event is free to attend and is un-sponsored.

There will also be a drinks reception after the conference for anyone who would like to stay on and chat for a while.

Important booking note

This event is free to attend, with no sponsors, Hansford Bell are covering the full cost of the event.

If you represent a product provider and would like to attend, places are limited, please email emma@hansfordbell.co.uk.

Who should attend?

This conference is designed for people who work in, run, or own a financial planning firm (including those who are regulated, or work closely alongside regulated teams), such as:

  • business owners
  • operations directors and directors
  • financial advisers and financial planners
  • leadership teams looking to improve proposition, process, marketing and growth.

What to expect

Across the day you can expect:

  • practical takeaways you can apply immediately
  • insight from well known firms and specialists across the profession
  • time built in for networking, including arrival coffee, breaks, lunch, and a post-event drinks reception.

    If you would like to attend, booking can be found here.