The Bathroom Association has confirmed Rob Law as the afternoon keynote speaker at the Bathroom Association Connect Conference 2026, taking place on Thursday, 8 October, at The Grand Hotel, Birmingham.
This year’s theme, ‘Stronger Together’, centres on how the bathroom sector can collaborate across the supply chain to build resilience, increase capability and unlock growth.
Rob Law’s keynote will bring a sharp, real-world manufacturing and entrepreneurship lens to that challenge, sharing how he turned an early setback on BBC Dragons’ Den (2006) into a global product success story. His company reshaped the children’s travel market through relentless innovation and a focus on practical user needs, with its flagship ride-on suitcase, Trunki, becoming a UK-manufactured staple from 2012 and going on to reach homes in over 100 countries, with sales surpassing 5 million units and more than 120 industry accolades.
For Bathroom Association members, the relevance is direct: product categories grow when manufacturers combine smart design, operational discipline, and an uncompromising focus on the end user, then scale through strong partnerships and consistent execution. Rob’s session will explore the mindsets and decisions that help manufacturing businesses move from ‘good idea’ to global growth, even when the early odds are against you.
Amy Kirk, Bathroom Association Marketing and Events Director, said:
“Rob’s story is a masterclass in resilience, innovation and scaling a physical product brand. Our members operate in a highly competitive market where consumer expectations are rising, and margins are hard-won. Rob will bring the kind of practical inspiration that lands: how you stay ambitious, keep improving, and build the partnerships and culture that help you grow. That’s Stronger Together in action.”
About Rob Law
Rob Law is a seasoned entrepreneur best known for transforming an initial setback on BBC Dragons’ Den in 2006 into the foundation of a groundbreaking children’s travel product business. His company redefined the market with innovative solutions that simplify family travel. Its flagship ride-on suitcase, manufactured in the UK since 2012, has been sold into more than 100 countries, surpassed 5 million units in sales, and received over 120 industry accolades.
In February 2023, Rob exited his business to Heroes Technology Ltd. He has since launched new ventures with his brother: Aphelion Agency Ltd, supporting brands to thrive on Amazon, and Zeepy Ltd, a start-up focused on enhancing natural sleep in infants and young children.
Rob is also a passionate advocate for developing the next generation of leaders and innovators, receiving two honorary doctorates and an MBE for his business contributions. His autobiography, “65 Roses and a Trunki: Defying the Odds in Life and Business,” shares his journey and the lessons that shaped it.
About Connect Conference 2026
Connect Conference 2026 will feature keynote talks, panel discussions and dedicated networking time, followed by an exclusive gala dinner. The charity raffle and auction, and the Thirty-Under-Thirty Awards, also return.
Sponsorship opportunities and delegate packages are available, including day delegate passes, gala dinner attendance, and accommodation packages. View the Connect Conference website for more details.
