Start. Scale. Succeed. eBay UK Lights Up Autumn Fair 2025

At this year’s Autumn Fair at the NEC Birmingham, eBay UK is once again putting the spotlight on small business growth, digital opportunity, and the power of entrepreneurship. As one of the UK’s leading e-commerce platforms, eBay is showing how anyone with a product idea, a skill, or a side-hustle can transform it into a full-time business with the right tools, access, and support. Visitors to the event can meet the eBay UK team at Stand 6 F13, where they’ll be showcasing real success stories and sharing resources designed to help sellers thrive in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

eBay’s approach to enabling entrepreneurship is grounded in making it possible for anyone to participate in online commerce, regardless of background, education, or geography. In fact, more than three-quarters of UK small businesses surveyed said that selling on eBay made it easier to start their business, and 71% said that eBay helped them reach customers they wouldn’t have otherwise been able to access. These are not just statistics—they reflect the day-to-day experiences of thousands of sellers across the country who are growing and competing through the marketplace.

Digital inclusion remains a major theme in eBay’s outreach. Nearly 60% of small businesses said online platforms like eBay helped them survive economic challenges and adapt to a changing market landscape. Whether it’s navigating inflation, supply chain constraints, or the rising cost of doing business, digital tools have become essential to resilience and sustainability. For many, eBay isn’t just a sales channel—it’s a foundation for long-term growth.

At the heart of this effort is a commitment to levelling the playing field. eBay is enabling people from underrepresented and underserved communities to launch businesses with low upfront costs and fast access to national and global audiences. With just a few clicks, sellers can list products, access business analytics, and manage logistics—all from a single platform that continues to invest in seller success.

As Eve Williams, VP and GM of eBay UK, explains, “Our aim is for anyone to be able to start and grow their business with no barriers to entry and access to millions of UK customers. The tools, training and visibility we offer are designed to power the next wave of small business success across the UK.” This focus is particularly timely, as the UK economy continues to recover from a decline in overall small business numbers. With economic headwinds and rising costs placing pressure on independent retailers, platforms like eBay are stepping in with practical solutions to help entrepreneurs not only survive, but scale.

Visitors to Autumn Fair 2025 are encouraged to stop by Stand 6 F13 to explore how eBay’s tools, insights and seller community can support their journey. Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your customer base, the eBay UK team will be on hand to offer guidance, resources and inspiration to take your business further.