VENUES across Monmouthshire are gearing up for the county's biggest ever business conference next month.

Head of skills and economic affairs at Microsoft, Stephen Uden, honorary tutor to Cardiff University, Abi Carter and chief executive of Wesley Clover Corporation, Simon Gibson, are just some of the names on the line-up for 'back to business' week.

Beginning on June 6, the Monmouthshire council organised event hopes to give a helping hand to new and existing businesses.

Chief officer for regeneration and culture, Kellie Beirne, said: "Over the four days of back 2 business week there will be a chance to discover how business is making the most of opportunities in the technology, renewable energy, and tourism sectors, as well as practical events aimed at supporting start-ups, existing businesses, and young entrepreneurs."

To find out more about the event, go to www.monb2b.co.uk