Keir Whitaker

Never Have I Ever

Louise did it again. Not content with hosting her first “Never Have I Ever” online last year she’s now delving into the IRL space with “Never Have I Ever Live Business Edition (Exeter)”.

She’s kindly asked me back to join the panel so I’ll be heading down to Exeter on Tuesday 20th January 2026 for an evening of chat about the good, the bad, and the absolute ugly of running a small business.

So, if you’re up for some honest conversation with business owners who get it, and a cosy after-work drinks vibe, this is the event to uplift you on a cold — and let’s face it probably wet — January evening.

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What We’ll Talk About

• Topics such as pricing woes, lessons learnt, difficult clients, and wondering if you’ve made a huge mistake. Not sanitised. Not theoretical.
• Real examples of how we’ve handled situations.
• The reassurance that there’s no right way to do this.
• Ideas and new perspectives for you to try.
• Your own Never Have I Ever moments. Ask the question you’ve been sitting on, in a small and supportive group setting with people who’ve been there.

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Your Host

Louise Gregson-Williams
Left her secure civil service job overnight (no side-hustle) to launch LEAP Thirtytwo, helping B2B businesses go from nowhere to noticed. Almost four years in and still learning.

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Your Panelists

Rosie Hawkins
Director of RedHawk Events, designing events that create lasting impact. With 18+ years of business ups, downs, and everything in between.

Keir Whitaker (Me!)
Marketing and business strategist juggling multiple hats, supporting soloists and Shopify Partners while running Craft+Work. Proof that running your own business rarely looks like the textbook.

Plus a guest panellist (TBA).

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Your Ticket Includes

• Portal Pizza and conversation on arrival
• A 90-minute candid conversation with the panellists and other attendees
• An understanding, relaxed atmosphere with a genuine “let’s chat about it” vibe
• A genuinely nice way to spend a January evening at Topsham Brewery

NB: Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be available to purchase from the bar.

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Who’s It For?

Small business owners, founders, and consultants looking for uplifting and honest conversations about running a business.

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Tickets

• Early bird: £12 (book before 9 January)
• Standard: £15

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