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Why attend Marketplace Live?

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Our Marketplace Live events offer a fantastic opportunity for you to discuss upcoming construction work contracts and build long-lasting working relationships with main contractors and public sector contracting authorities across the UK. 

Discover everything you need to know about our Marketplace Live events, and how they can help boost your business prospects. 

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What is a Marketplace Live event?

Marketplace Live is a Construction Networking Event which connects construction main contractors and subcontractors from across the UK. 

With construction professionals attending from all aspects of the industry, it’s a fantastic opportunity to discuss their newest and upcoming opportunities, and develop relationships with top decision-makers and public sector contracting authorities. 

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Off the back of our Marketplace platform, built to help subcontractors Find Leads, Marketplace Live boosts your prospects so you can meet main contractors in-person, including Amey Defence Services, Balfour Beatty, Kier, Seddon, VINCI Facilities, BAM Construction and many public sector organisations, where you can connect and outline your capabilities. 

Grow your network and secure new business! 

Why attend a Marketplace Live event?

Constructionline’s Marketplace Live events allow you to meet face-to-face with the right decision-makers for your region, giving you a chance to showcase your products and services and grow your project pipeline. 

Attending these face-to-face construction events is the most effective method to increase relationships with key contractors, learn about the latest tenders and upcoming contracts, and gain fascinating insights into the industry. 

By preparing properly and taking the right approach, you can make the most of our Marketplace Live events and secure vital new business for your company. 

Benefits of attending a Marketplace Live event

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Meet and connect with decision-makers face-to-face.

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Grow your new business pipeline and discuss projects in greater detail. 

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Build long-lasting relationships with influential main contractors. 

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When is the next Constructionline Marketplace Live event?

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How can I prepare for a Marketplace Live event?

  • Do your research on the main contractor exhibiting 
  • Look at who’s coming on the Marketplace app* 
  • Think about your pitch: why are you the best match?  

Try to be as prepared as possible! That means taking time to research which main contractors are exhibiting and what projects they’re responsible for – and why you might be a great match for similar future projects.

 

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Have a Main Contractor in mind? Try to be as targeted as possible.

We showcase the logos of the main contractors and public sector contracting authorities who have registered to exhibit at each of our events on our individual events website pages so be sure to look to find main contractors you would like to meet with on the day.

Main Contractors meet many subcontractors during Marketplace Live, so finesse your pitch to ensure you stand out: why are you the best match for their next project?

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It’s also critical to think about how you can best demonstrate your resources and capabilities ahead of time.

  • Are there examples of previous relevant construction projects that you can draw upon?
  • Facts, stats and figures always speak louder than words. Therefore, if you have insights to hand from past experience that you can share, this will likely go down well.
  • What key business objectives does a target company have?
  • If they have an increased focus on social value, how can you help demonstrate your credentials in this?
  • Do you have any customer testimonials from existing projects that you can supply them with?
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Considering questions such as these can ensure you are best prepared for meeting main contractors. 

What to expect at a Marketplace Live event run by Constructionline?

Put simply, you can expect to maximise your chances of growing your business by meeting and networking with main contractors, one-to-one. 

Our team of qualified events professionals are committed to making these dates a big success, so you can have every confidence of a best-in-class experience. 

Networking tips for Marketplace Live events

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1. Come prepared
If you know who you’re planning to meet, do some research on platforms like LinkedIn to find common ground, or prepare some questions ready to ask them. Many find these types of scenarios nerve-wracking, so taking these steps beforehand can help calm and focus you on what you’re setting out to achieve.

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2. Know your pitch
Practice a 60-second ‘elevator pitch’. Even though you’ll have longer than this at the event to talk through your capabilities, an exercise like this will help you condense your business down to its core offering. Why should a main contractor choose your business over a competitor?

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3. Step out of your comfort zone
If you see someone you know at one of our events, it can be tempting to spend time with them. While this provides an excellent opportunity to strengthen relationships with existing contacts, remember you’re here to build valuable connections with new decision-makers too.

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4. Listen closely
Ask open-ended questions to engage main contractors and show your interest. Listen closely to their responses, as this is an invaluable opportunity to ensure your goals and values match theirs.

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5. Leave a good lasting impression
Remember to use natural and open body language. Speak clearly, make eye contact, and ensure you’re appropriately dressed. Ultimately, be remembered by a contractor for the right reasons!

Why attend a Constructionline event rather than someone else’s?

Ultimately, we’re here to help connect you with the right people and grow your business. With over 25 years of experience in connecting the construction industry, we know the chance to meet one-on-one with main contractors can help subcontractors seize incredible new business opportunities while helping contractors grow their supply networks.

Trusted by tens of thousands of contractors – from renowned construction specialists and public sector bodies to regional specialists – we have the resources, experience and knowledge to deliver an event that’s focused on helping you achieve your business ambitions.

Where will Marketplace Live take you?

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