STEM & Sports Investment Expo

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Leeds, United Kingdom

October 13th & 14th 2026 

(9:00am - 5:00pm)

Private Markets Group Ltd presents the Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths (STEM) & Sports Investment Expo, a groundbreaking convergence uniting science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and sports to shape investment in the UK's critical STEM sectors. 

This premier event brings together private and public capital, industry leaders, academia, policymakers, sports teams, current and retired athletes, sports leagues, team owners and legends alongside STEM experts.

Join us for inspirational talks, high level speakers, influential attendees, fringe events, and new business opportunities.  With over 8,000 delegates expected & £200bn+ of new opportunities…please bring lots of business cards?

The expo leverages sport's unique power to inspire and engage the next generation, using athletic role models to promote STEM opportunities and career pathways. With STEM industries rapidly expanding and an urgent need for skilled workers, this event addresses critical investment required in STEM education while demonstrating how sports and technology intersect to drive innovation.

What To Expect:

Interactive & Immersive Tech Exhibition

• Cutting-edge technology demonstrations featuring virtual reality, AI, and robotics
• Interactive STEM experiences designed to engage and inspire young visitors
• Immersive sports technology showcases including performance analytics, wearable tech, and biomechanics
• Live demonstrations of space technology, quantum systems, and engineering biology applications

Sports & STEM Integration:

• Panel discussions with football legends and professional athletes on technology's role in modern sports
• Sports teams sharing insights on data analytics, performance optimization, and fan engagement technology
• Current and retired athletes discussing their STEM journeys and second careers in technology
• Interactive sessions showing how sports science drives innovation in healthcare, materials, and engineering

Investment & Partnership Opportunities:

• Showcase of STEM startups seeking investment, with focus on sports technology applications
• Deal rooms connecting investors with breakthrough companies in space tech, quantum computing, and climate solutions
• Cross-sector partnership forums between sports organizations, tech companies, and academic institutions
• Policy discussions on government support for STEM education and diversity initiatives

Who Can Benefit:

Public & Private Investors: Access pre-vetted STEM companies addressing global challenges while exploring the rapidly growing sports technology sector. Network with co-investors in syndicated deals spanning space exploration, quantum computing, and sports analytics platforms that combine financial returns with societal impact.

Wealth Owners & Family Offices: Discover impact investing opportunities in STEM education and sports technology that align with long-term wealth strategies. Participate in generational wealth building through investments in technologies shaping the future while supporting diversity initiatives creating lasting positive change.

Foundations & Endowments: Connect with academic institutions and startups developing solutions to global challenges. Leverage philanthropic missions to support underrepresented groups in STEM through sports-based engagement programs while generating sustainable returns for continued giving.

Academics & Research Institutions: Bridge research and commercialization through direct investor connections. Present breakthrough research to potential funders while establishing collaborations with sports organizations and private sector entities to accelerate technology transfer and real-world applications.

Diverse Young People: Access networking opportunities with successful STEM professionals and sports figures serving as mentors and role models. Discover apprenticeships and career pathways in high-growth STEM industries while seeing how sports and technology intersect to create exciting career possibilities.

Sports Organizations & Athletes: Explore technology partnerships that enhance performance, fan engagement, and commercial opportunities. Connect with STEM innovators developing solutions for sports medicine, analytics, and venue technology while contributing to inspiring the next generation of STEM talent.

Educational Access & Impact

A large proportion of tickets will be allocated free of charge to STEM-related colleges and universities, ensuring broad access for students and educators. This commitment reflects Private Markets Group Ltd's core mission: using the inspirational power of sports & entertainment to promote STEM opportunities to the next generation while addressing the UK's critical skills shortage and diversity challenges.

By combining the excitement of sports with cutting-edge technology in an interactive, immersive environment, the expo creates a unique platform for inspiring young people to pursue STEM careers while connecting them with the resources, mentors, and opportunities needed to succeed.

The event represents an investment in the UK's technological future, leveraging sport's universal appeal to build a more diverse, skilled STEM workforce capable of maintaining the nation's competitive edge in space science, quantum systems, engineering biology, and emerging technologies.

Networking App & Delegate Directory:

After acquiring a sponsorship package or ticket you’ll be able to get access to our networking app & delegate directory, allowing you to view all of the other event attendees & schedule meetings in advance.

We are also creating a new filtering option to view those who sign up early for The STEM & Sports Investment Expo 2026.