Famous for his appearances on the BBC show Dragons Den, Richard Farleigh, the Australian born investor, will present his business-related seminar on the afternoon of Wednesday 25 June. Well known as one of the ‘nice’ Dragons, Richard is also the author of ‘Taming the Lion’ in which he shares his investing secrets and tips.

“We are very excited to have Richard Farleigh at CEDIA Expo” says UK Expo show manager Matt Nimmons. “He has such a wealth of knowledge and experience in the business world that he’ll be sharing with our delegates that I’m sure there will be standing room only!

“Richard will also be answering questions at the end of his session so a fantastic opportunity to learn from a true expert.”

After the successful launch of the Hot Topics Theatre at CEDIA Expo 2008, the Show Floor Seminar Theatre is returning with an even more impressive line up. Alongside Richard Farleigh will be BBC HD executive producer Ian Potts, Cisco Systems UK manager of business development Andy Macleod, and UK Dept for Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (BERR) assistant director of electronics innovation Richard Foggie.

More names will be joining this prestigious list soon so watch this space!

The seminars that are taking place on the show floor will cover topical issues for the residential custom installation market. Experts from a number of important fields and industries will be offering their expert advice and experience to delegates in 40 minute sessions. The seminars will be free and seats will be on a strictly first come, first served basis.

The CEDIA UK Expo is a major must-visit industry event, mixing product launches with networking opportunities, the Show Floor Seminar Theatre and a high quality education programme comprising CEDIA’s own courses plus a comprehensive range of Trade Supplier Product Training sessions. This year’s CEDIA Expo will take place ExCeL London from 22 to 25 June 2009 (training: 22 to 25 June; exhibition: 23 to 25 June).