Brent Council hopes to boost business in the borough by organising a special event that will bring companies of all shapes and sizes together.

The ‘Meet the Buyer’ event, which will be held at Brent Civic Centre on July 11, will centre on upcoming projects throughout the region.

It is hoped that larger organisations involved in regeneration projects in Brent will look to sub-contract several jobs on their developments to smaller businesses after meeting them at the exhibition.

According to the council, there could be up to £60 million worth of contracts on the table.

Cllr Shama Tatler, responsible for planning and regeneration at Brent Council, said: “Our ‘Meet the Buyer’ events are a key part of our work to support local economic growth and aim to ensure that the regeneration that’s happening in Brent directly benefits Brent businesses, Brent jobs and Brent residents.

“I’d encourage any small business in Brent to attend this event and show the large companies that whatever their need, be it a job worth a few thousand pounds or several million, they need look no further then what’s already here in Brent.”

The council has also organised the opportunity for businesses in Brent to attend a free workshop hosted by supply-chain specialists to help them prepare any pitches.

Organisers have advised interested parties to book early for the ‘Meet the Buyer’ event, as there are limited places available.