Your Guide to Surviving London Tech Week

London Tech Week 2025 is back and it's bigger than ever. For five days, London transforms into a global hub of innovation, thought leadership, and endless networking opportunities. Whether you’re attending your first event or your fifth, surviving (and thriving at) London Tech Week takes more than just a good lanyard.

At Maple, London’s trusted IT Managed Services provider, we support businesses of all sizes through complex tech environments every day so we know a thing or two about staying connected, secure, and sane during a week like this.

Want to explore the official agenda and headline speakers? Start here: https://londontechweek.com

Here’s our no-nonsense guide to making the most of #LTW25.

1. Plan Your Week Like a Pro

With hundreds of events across dozens of venues, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Use tools like the official London Tech Week agenda or your own calendar to:

• Curate your event schedule

• Set reminders for must-see talks

• Leave room for impromptu meetings or after-hours networking

Pro Tip: Prioritise quality over quantity. It’s better to attend fewer sessions and actually engage than to rush through a dozen panels with no takeaways.

2. Pack Like a Techie, Think Like a Minimalist

Here’s your survival kit:

• A fully charged power bank

• USB-C or Lightning multi-charger

• Noise-canceling earbuds

• A reusable water bottle (hydration is innovation!)

• A notebook, yes, pen and paper still wins in noisy venues

Don’t forget: if your device dies mid-demo, Maple isn’t far we’ve rescued more than one frazzled founder mid-pitch!

3. Stay Cyber Smart

Public Wi-Fi might be everywhere and so are cyber threats. Here's how to stay safe:

• Use a VPN if you're accessing sensitive work material

• Don’t connect to networks labeled “Free_Public_WiFi” (yes, that’s bait)

• Be cautious about airdropping files or opening links from QR codes

Let Maple handle your digital backbone while you focus on the big ideas.

4. Network Without the Burnout

Yes, networking is key but so is your energy.

• Engage in short, intentional conversations

• Follow up with a LinkedIn message the same day

• Don’t be afraid to politely exit conversations that go off-track

Need an opener? “What’s the most surprising thing you’ve seen today?” tends to go over well.

5. Reflect Before You Forget

At the end of each day, spend 10 minutes reflecting:

• What did you learn?

• Who should you follow up with?

• What new ideas are worth exploring?

Capture insights in one place before the noise drowns them out.

How Maple Can Help During Tech Week (and After)

As your trusted IT partner in London, Maple offers:

• Support for on-the-ground or remote teams

• Cybersecurity audits 

• Cloud-based backup and recovery solutions

• IT setup support
   

So whether you're pitching your startup, demoing your SaaS, or just soaking in the buzz, Maple ensures your tech is never the thing holding you back.

Learn more about London Tech Week and register for headline sessions at: https://londontechweek.com