Voice08 (page 4)
After the plenary the delegates were free to enjoy the exhibition. Interactive highlights included the VoiceBox - where delegates posted their picture and a quote about why they support social enterprise.
Also popular was the Ask Gordon and the Turn Up the Volume stands where delegates could help inform the Coalitions upcoming policy agenda.
Many other exhibitors had also taken up the call to make the conference as fun as possible, with Accenture offering massages during business discussions and the School for Social Entrepreneurs running yoga workshops.
During the exhibition there was evidence everywhere of business being done and new contacts being made. The breakout sessions were a great success with lots of audience feedback, debate and shared learning in small groups.
There was a lively debate over the future of a potential stock exchange, a chance to do some real business in the Beat them or join them session and some vibrant brainstorming in the Community answers to environmental questions workshop.
After lunch and another chance to see the amazing fair-trade fashion show, the Shadow Minster for the Cabinet Office Francis Maude and Belu Water CEO Reed Paget joined Jonathan Bland on stage for a session entitled: Transforming How and Why We Do Business.
Giant Beatles puppets took to the floor to celebrate Liverpool's capital of culture status where they mingled with politicians, social entrepreneurs and Coalition staff.
A range of journalists from trade, regional and national press attended the conference, including film and radio crews. After more workshops and a final debate the conference ended, in true Liverpool style, with a Beatles concert.