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BLOC is hitting the road

BLOC Regional Meetings 2026

BLOC is delighted to announce it will be hitting the road this March, hosting a series of regional meetings across the UK designed to help members get the most from their membership. These meetings offer valuable opportunities to gain key industry insights, hear directly from the BLOC team, and connect with other like-minded independent businesses within the BLOC community.

With a challenging start to the year across the industry in general, face to face events like these are an important part of the work BLOC is doing to help members and the independent dealer channel, championing greater stability and opportunities for growth.

BLOC’s Sales Director, Alex Stone, comments: “With the vast depth of knowledge and expertise within the team, and our strong, long-standing partnerships with VOW and Antalis, BLOC is well positioned to support dealers. These meetings are the perfect environment to demonstrate that but more importantly, to listen and better understand the challenges they are facing”.

Attendees will also be able to find out more about the group’s diverse direct supplier portfolio and own brand, Initiative, which continues to provide a strong point of differentiation, supported by multiple distribution options including Antalis, VOW and direct.

Members unable to attend will have another chance to connect with the wider BLOC community at BLOC’s first National Conference, taking place on 18 June at the Crowne Plaza, Stratford Upon Avon.

From business development and procurement, marketing and sustainability to finance, technology and operations, BLOC is better equipped than ever to help independent businesses navigate today’s complex market and drive sustainable growth.

For more information on upcoming events or membership, contact the BLOC team.

Chris Sellars, Director & Head of Corporate Finance

Bio:

Chris leads the Corporate Finance team at Henton’s, specialising in mergers and acquisitions and financial due diligence. With a strong track record of successful transactions, he brings extensive deal experience and commercial insight, helping clients navigate complex transactions with confidence.

Working closely with business owners, investors, and management teams, Chris supports organisations through acquisitions, disposals, funding, and succession planning, providing practical, commercially focused advice that aligns with their long-term business objectives.

Topics:

Business Planning: Maximising value through m&a and exit strategy: planning for growth, sale, or succession in today’s market.

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