Two days, double the impact: Why FAB is worth your full attention
When your calendar’s already busy, carving out two whole days for an event might seem like a tall order. But if the event is the Festival of Accounting & Bookkeeping (FAB), the benefits of attending both days can far outweigh the time investment. Here’s why committing to the full FAB experience on 12–13 March at the NEC in Birmingham could be the best decision you make for your firm this year.
Two days = more coverage
FAB is packed with two days of inspiring talks, workshops, and panel discussions across multiple stages. If you only drop in for one day, you’ll inevitably miss out on content that could make a real difference to your practice. Consider bringing a colleague or two so you can split up, attend different sessions, and reconvene later to compare notes.
Twice the networking opportunities
Networking doesn’t start and end with a single coffee break. By staying for both days, you’ll have multiple chances to chat with suppliers, engage with peers from across the profession, and even catch up with speakers you might have missed earlier. Plus, the evening get-together provides an informal setting to deepen relationships and swap ideas away from the daytime buzz.
A relaxed pace for exploring tech
With over 100 suppliers and hands-on demos, cramming all your tech research into one afternoon can be overwhelming. Across two days, you can take your time to test new tools, ask detailed questions, and schedule one-to-one meetings. This measured approach lets you identify the right solutions and ensures you’re not just rushing from stand to stand.
Content for everyone in your firm
FAB’s five tailored stages – The Circle Stage, Practice Accelerator Stage, Progressive Firm Stage, Bookkeepers’ Retreat, and Business of Finance Stage – offer content for every level of expertise. Whether you’re a small practice owner or part of a mid-tier firm’s leadership, you’ll find workshops and talks geared to your unique challenges. Our Tech Bytes stages will offer inspiring practical sessions from vendors focussed on the things that matter to you and your clients.
Make the most of your investment
Ultimately, the value of attending both days at FAB is about returning to your firm with solutions, connections, and fresh motivation that can change how you work. When you compare the wealth of insights you’ll gain to the time spent, you’ll quickly realise it’s a trade-off worth making.
