We are excited to welcome you to the BDC, where our Conference and Exhibition teams will be on hand to help bring your event to life. From floorplans and sustainability, to health and safety and more, this page will help with any initial queries you may have. Let’s get started by introducing you to the team…
A warm welcome from your Venue Managers
We can’t wait to welcome you on site for your event, but first things first, let’s introduce you to the venue managers, one of the team below will be assigned as your Venue Manager for your event and will be your first point of contact for any questions or queries you may have.
Meet the Conference Team
Meet the Exhibition Team
First Things First...
There are a few must-read documents for you below. These highlight our Health and Safety practices and must be shared with your exhibitors so they can familiarise themselves with the venue.
We are proud members of the Association of Event Venues (AEV), who provide guidance, advice and insight through their e-guide, which we have adopted. From build-ups and breakdowns, to signage, crowd management and more, this guide has everything you need to know.
You can also have a chat with your Venue Manager about our Online Ordering System, and they will get your event set up and ready to share. This system will allow your exhibitors to order our stand services easily and efficiently.
Key Information
At the BDC, we have a variety of people that you will need to talk to at some point to support your event, you can find all of these below with contact details
Mark Burns
Head of Security
markb@bdc.london
0207 288 6481
When running an event at the BDC, our number one priority is for you, your exhibitors and your visitors, to have a safe and secure experience. For this reason we implement a variety of security measures to ensure that our team are prepared for emergencies.
Your venue manager will be in touch to organise your requirements for security and staffing to ensure your build up, live days and break downs are run safely as well as to ensure all guests to the venue follow our health and safety protocols.
If you have any security concerns, you can contact our Head of Security, Mark Burns to set up a meeting to ensure all areas are covered. Mark will also be in touch to discuss Martyn’s Law and pass on any key information.
Head to our Security page for further information for Visitors
We have recently published our company’s impact report along with our updated environmental policy, both of which can be found alongside our wider sustainability information online. We have also signed up theNet Zero Carbon Pledge for the Events Industry, which means that we will soon be working with an independent company who will help us to outline our journey from carbon neutral to net zero. This will be taking place from May this year and we will be in touch to tell you more about this and keep you in the loop as we progress.
Please find guidance for all event organisers and stakeholders here
Please find more information for exhibitors here:
To help organisers deliver more sustainable events, we’ve created a Sustainability Guide covering everything from eco-conscious signage and supplier choices to reducing environmental impact. After your event, we can also provide a Post Show Environmental Impact Report, outlining key metrics such as waste and energy use to help measure and improve sustainability performance.
For more information, contact Chris Harris, explore our sustainability initiatives on our website, or watch our latest progress update video.
Chris Harris
Sustainability Lead
chrish@bdc.london
0207 288 6818
Cully McDermid
Marketing Executive
cullym@bdc.london
0207 288 6305
There are plenty ways in which you can promote your event at the BDC, from online promotion on our What’s On page and Social Media Channels as well as potential community outreach throughout the borough via Islington Council, Angel Business Improvement District and surrounding local businesses.
We also have a variety of internal and external printed branding, from utilising our external billboards that are seen by 1000 + people a day, to a full take over internally with wall and pillar wrapping, floor stickers, reception branding and so much more
Throughout 2026, we installed 12 internal digital screen solutions in high traffic areas to help maximise branding opportunities throughout our building. Our newest installation was transforming our iconic front windows with 8 high-definition digital screens, a new platform to enhance visitor experience from the moment they arrive.
For more information check out our dedicated information page or reach out to Cully our Marketing Executive.
We have a Loading Bay based at the back of the venue that can be used for deliveries, loading and unloading for your build up and break down days.
Please contact your venue manager to book your slots for Build Up and Break Down days.
If you wish to get to the Loading Bay use postcode N1 0QH.
What3Words – ///panel.pink.record
You can find out more here
You’ll find the Business Design Centre right in the beating heart of Islington, with excellent public transport links to Central London and national destinations.
If you are looking to drive to the Business Design Centre, we sit outside the congestion zone and we have a secure 250-space car park onsite.
If you are looking to use our in-house shell scheme, there are a range of features available to enhance your stand.
Download our Stand Brochure to learn more, or contact your dedicated venue manager.
Preferred Event Suppliers
We have an array of suppliers who are based onsite, operating from offices right here at the BDC. From our signage experts at Onward Display, to our AV specialists at Aztec, and our caterers at the Good Eating Company (GEC); we have worked with them to deliver events to a world-class standard for many years.
Below are key contact details:
- AV: Aztec – James james.robinson@aztec.events
- Signage: Onward Display – Michael/Luke events@onwarddisplay.com
- Catering: Good Eating Company – operationsbdc@goodeatingcompany.com
Please contact your Venue Manager for more information or head to our Preferred Event Suppliers Page.
It doesn't end there...
This is only the beginning of your experience at the venue, and from all of us here we wish you every success with your event. Your assigned Project Manager will be on hand to help you throughout your time here at the BDC, so let’s get started!
Talk to us today about hosting your event.
Enquire online