Leadership retreats that create meaningful connections
Assembly is for leaders who are tired of the trade show grind.
Our intimate, invite-only retreats are curated to strip away
superficial networking and foster authentic relationships
that actually move business forward.
who we are.
Backed by more than a decade of experience, our team has been connecting business leaders across industries, ranging from dentistry to roadside retail.
Our events are designed with people, not just schedules, in mind. No crowded halls, no wasted meetings. Every Assembly event is built to maximise your time and connections.
Two days with us can fuel a year’s worth of opportunities.
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Attendees are capped at 150 industry leaders. Meet the decision-makers in the industry and the vendors that facilitate growth.
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Curated 1-2-1 meetings based on your personal business priorities. Think speed dating, but for businesses.
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5-star hotels away from office distractions. No need to relegate yourself to trade show floors to be productive.
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Hear from the leaders in the industry, covering the latest trends and developments. Return to the office energized with fresh ideas.
the people behind assembly.
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Ben Barter
Co-Founder
Ben is Assembly’s Co-Founder, responsible for the onboarding of our brilliant business leaders in the HR, Dental & Vet sectors. His connections stretch far with over 14 years in the Industry.
Known for his disciplined 5AM starts (99.9% powered by a passion for cricket) and his love for travel, Ben is a specialist in his field and a friend to his clients - frustratingly, it’s genuinely hard not to like him.
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Dominic Horan
Co-Founder
As Co-Founder, Dom is the bridge between complex industry demands and effortless execution. Drawing on 7+ years of experience with the most exciting suppliers in the Energy and HR sectors globally, he has built a reputation for turning complicated requirements into smooth results.
A social soul at heart, he’s just as likely to be found hosting friends or at the local pub as he is strolling the countryside - he's loved by all, despite his questionable past haircuts.
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Daisy Cardoe
Sales Director
Daisy is Assembly’s networking powerhouse. With 5+ years of experience across the Veterinary, HR and Dental sectors, she has a knack for connecting suppliers with exactly the right opportunities.
Her energy is infectious - she approaches business with the same passion she brings to her social life. Having grown up in the French Alps, and being 1/4 Danish, Daisy is never too far from the slopes or, shamelessly, tucking into a gigantic slice of cheese.
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Connie Mountain
Design & Marketing Manager
The creative visionary behind Assembly’s brand, Connie has spent over six years blending graphic design with strategic marketing.
Her attention to detail is so sharp it’s almost scary - though we’re still trying to convince her to get an eye test, given she sits just inches from her screen.
When she isn't being our branding brain, this dog-loving, family-oriented soul is usually regaling the office with her latest, hilarious, life stories.
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Rozzy Higgin
Business Development Executive
Rozzy's focus is on growing our event portfolio and building strong client relationships across the Dental and Veterinary sectors. Before joining Assembly, Rozzy ran her own business importing and selling Moroccan belts, bringing with her a natural flair for entrepreneurship and a genuine understanding of what it takes to build something from the ground up.
Rozzy is a keen tennis player currently getting to grips with padel, a countryside girl at heart, and proud owner of two Springer Spaniels, Luna and Crumpet.
