Businesses and local professionals gathered for a networking event aimed at "expanding horizons" and forging "meaningful connections".

On Thursday, February 8, Asian Star Radio and Slough BID welcomed around 60 to 70 professionals from different backgrounds.

Tarun Ghulati, CEO of Squared Watermelon, joined the event as a keynote speaker and shared highlights from his career and how to how to run a successful business while keeping staff motivated and customer-focused.

Following the event, Slough BID thanked Plus X Innovation Hub, Federation of Small Businesses and Slough Borough Council.

Asian Star Radio said the event was an "exceptional" networking event day and celebrated the business community in Slough.

The local radio station added: "Good to see so many Slough businesses come out to participate and make meaningful connections."

Slough BID hopes to hold another networking event later this year, with September earmarked for the event.