Leaders Lunch with Steve Purdham

Join Downtown in Business on Wednesday 11th February 2026 for an exclusive Leaders Lunch with Steve Purdham, Chair of the Cheshire & Warrington Business Advisory Board.

Steve Purdham is a prominent Cheshire-based technology entrepreneur and business leader, best known for founding and scaling several successful UK tech companies. He is currently the Chair of the Cheshire & Warrington Business Advisory Board, where he plays a leading role in shaping the region’s economic strategy and championing its business community.

Purdham built his reputation through a series of high-growth ventures, including SurfControl Plc, the internet security company he co-founded and led to international success before its acquisition. Over his career, he has founded or led multiple technology firms across cybersecurity, software, and digital innovation, earning recognition as one of the region’s most influential business figures.

In his civic and strategic work, Purdham has become a key voice in the push for Cheshire & Warrington’s devolution deal, urging local leaders to seize the opportunity for a Mayoral Combined Authority. He argues that devolved powers will accelerate economic growth, improve infrastructure, support skills development, and give the region a stronger voice at national level. Under his leadership, the Business Advisory Board has united dozens of local companies behind the devolution agenda.

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