THE UK’S PREMIER CONFERENCE FOR BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS
FOCUSING ON THE GLOBAL MUSLIM LIFESTYLE SECTORS
MLE CONNECT 2017 PHOTO HIGHLIGHTS
WHAT IS MLE CONNECT?
MLE Connect is the UK’s first dedicated B2B hub for the thriving global Muslim Lifestyle sectors. We empower delegates with valuable knowledge of the lifestyle sectors and provide them with a competitive advantage.
With the continued growth of the Finance, Fashion, Food, Travel, Health and Media industries, global brands and organisations like Wal-Mart, H&M, Tesco and DKNY and countries from across the world are already seeing continued expansion in this lucrative sector. Our conference brings together successful and inspirational figures from across the world of business and Muslim lifestyle for international business professionals
Our seminars and panel discussions will provide you with unique business and sector insights. Delegates attending will have unparalleled networking opportunities and leave with high calibre contact lists.
According to Dinar Standard Muslim consumer spending on food and lifestyle has reached $1.8 trillion in 2014 and is projected to reach $2.6 trillion in 2020.* This means a very significant consumer group is emerging which offers great opportunities for private and public sector businesses and organisations to diversify their customer base and increase revenues. The focus of MLE Connect is to help business professionals understand how to reach this market and share the wealth of opportunities.
PITCH & PRESENT
MLE Connect delegates have the opportunity to ‘Pitch & Present’ their business to the audience for two minutes*. Stand out from the crowd and use this opportunity to showcase your business to top business professionals.
*Bookings required in advance. Limited slots available.
“Not only is this a well organised event, but it is also about the calibre of the people attending, and that is very important.”
Naeem RazA | Leading Charity Consultant
“MLE Connect fulfils a most needed obligation for Muslims to connect, network and help each other”
Mohd. Ali | CEO Islam Channel
“ A great event, fantastic, so many organisations can meet to gain ideas from each other, help small businesses, and develop marketing ideas. An excellent event!”
Shaheen Ibrahim | Nuhr Home
“MLE Connect is good opportunity to network with fellow Muslims & people in the industry and to learn how to better brand their business to consumers!”
Tabish Hasan | Muslim Ad Network, USA
6 Reasons To Attend
LEARN • CONNECT • SUCCEED
LEARN
CONNECT
SUCCEED
Topics Include
THE MUSLIM ECONOMY
Brands that have attended MLE Events
Schedule – TBC
Speakers TBC
Connect and network with key players
in your sector
* For group bookings for 3 or more people,
contact us for special discounts.
MLE2018 exhibitors receive an extra 15% off the delegate rate.
MLE Connect 2018 delegate tickets only
£60 (ex-VAT)
There are currently 2 billion Muslim millennials in the world, with 86% living in emerging markets, and they will form 50% of the entire workforce in 2020.
STATE OF THE GLOBAL ISLAMIC ECONOMY REPORT
The Islamic Economy is growing rapidly – by 2021, the forecast is for it reach $3tn. (8% CAGR growth)
STATE OF THE GLOBAL ISLAMIC ECONOMY REPORT
The Halal Food sector’s growth shows no sign of slowing down as Muslim food and beverage expenditure is set to grow to $1.9 trillion by 2021.
STATE OF THE GLOBAL ISLAMIC ECONOMY REPORT
Muslim populations globally have spent a total of $151 billion on travel in 2015 (excluding Hajj and Umrah). This is a growth of 4.9% from the previous year.
STATE OF THE GLOBAL ISLAMIC ECONOMY REPORT
Muslim millenials are more technologically oriented than previous generations, are more brand loyal, and generally expect instant access to information among other attributes.
STATE OF THE GLOBAL ISLAMIC ECONOMY REPORT
Muslim consumer spending on clothing is estimated at $243 billion in 2015, 11% of the global market spend.
STATE OF THE GLOBAL ISLAMIC ECONOMY REPORT
Exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities
Promote your brand to decision makers and businesses at this highly anticipated event. Boost your commercial awareness and advantage over competitors in this growing market by using our sponsorship opportunities that are guaranteed to bring you higher visibility in front of your target audience. Limited slots are available for exhibitors. Get in touch now!
Take a look at our exclusive opportunities:
- MLE Connect Headline sponsorship
- Gold package sponsorship
- Panel discussion sponsorship
- Exhibitor spaces (Limited spaces available)
Location
MyLahore Marquee
British Muslim Heritage Centre
100-106 College Rd, Manchester M16 8BP
MyLahore Marquee
British Muslim Heritage Centre
100-106 College Rd
Manchester, M16 8BP
