Crack On Club – Networking & Co-working

The Crack On Club is a full day networking and co-working event for small business owners who are fed up of doing it all on their own. THE CRACK ON CLUB By Expansions Coaching 📅 Thursday 13th August ⏰ 9.30am – 4pm 📍 Twenty Twenty, Bigg Market, Newcastle 🎟 £25 | Limited to 20 people WHAT’S […]
How I Raised £550k from Friends, Family, Angels & Crowd

This session is aimed at Founders & CEOs of tech startups or anyone who is considering building one. A deep dive into processes & systems I’ve used to successfully raise £500,000 from friends, angels, and an oversubscribed crowd investment round. Starting with some tips, and then an open Q&A where you can ask me anything […]
From Idea to IP: Building a Screen Brand In A Multi-Platform World

Together, Georgina and George will deliver From Ideas to IP: Building a Screen Brand for a Multiplatform World, a 90 minute online session exploring how an original idea can evolve into a sustainable entertainment brand. Using Pop Paper City as a real world case study, they will share the journey from concept to global distribution, […]
Packaging Meets Financing: Producer’s 60-Minute Toolkit

A practical one-hour Zoom masterclass for emerging indie film producers, writer-director-producers and early-career film founders on how to make a project feel more credible and financeable. The session will look at how packaging and financing work together, covering what makes up a strong package (logline, genre, comps, audience, attachments, rights/IP, momentum and realistic talent targets), […]
Round Table: Closing The Sale with Richard Lane

Sales remain one of the biggest challenges facing growing businesses. Whether it’s generating quality opportunities, converting pipeline into revenue, or building long-term customer relationships, we all need to find ways to continually improve performance. Join Richard Lane, co-founder of Durhamlane and creator of the ‘Selling at a Higher Level’ methodology, for a round table discussion […]
The Breakfast Club

An exclusive event for people shaping interiors, objects and spaces in the North East. Join us at Ardallan Kitchen for a small gathering of interior designers and curious minds. This is not networking in the usual sense. There are no pitches, no speakers. Just good food and drink, and the opportunity to talk about the realities of […]
Mixer: Autumn 2026

Mixer is a quarterly interior design networking event in North East England. It’s for interior design professionals and the artisans, makers, suppliers and service providers they rely on to bring projects to life. It exists to build a stronger creative network that can, in turn, strengthen the North East economy. If your world touches interiors, […]
The Breakfast Club

An exclusive event for people shaping interiors, objects and spaces in the North East. Join us at Ardallan Kitchen for a small gathering of interior designers and curious minds. This is not networking in the usual sense. There are no pitches, no speakers. Just good food and drink, and the opportunity to talk about the realities of […]
PLATFORM (Newcastle)

Get inspired, build your network & learn how to start or grow your business in the North East of England, Teesside & Scotland. Since January 2024, our PLATFORM events have been inspiring, educating & connecting ambitious business owners & leaders, funders, investors & advisers from across the North East of England, Teesside & Scotland. AGENDA […]
PLATFORM (Newcastle)

Get inspired, build your network & learn how to start or grow your business in the North East of England, Teesside & Scotland. Since January 2024, our PLATFORM events have been inspiring, educating & connecting ambitious business owners & leaders, funders, investors & advisers from across the North East of England, Teesside & Scotland. AGENDA […]
PLATFORM (Newcastle)

Get inspired, build your network & learn how to start or grow your business in the North East of England, Teesside & Scotland. Since January 2024, our PLATFORM events have been inspiring, educating & connecting ambitious business owners & leaders, funders, investors & advisers from across the North East of England, Teesside & Scotland. AGENDA […]
PLATFORM (Newcastle)

Get inspired, build your network & learn how to start or grow your business in the North East of England, Teesside & Scotland. Since January 2024, our PLATFORM events have been inspiring, educating & connecting ambitious business owners & leaders, funders, investors & advisers from across the North East of England, Teesside & Scotland. AGENDA […]
Something’s Gotta Give: A Creative Reset for Professionals Feeling Stuck

Workshops • Exhibition • Open Studio with Sara Downham-Lotto. Reflect & recharge through guided creative practice. No art experience needed. A Creative Reset Awayday for Professionals Feeling Stuck or Burnt Out Feeling overwhelmed by what’s happening in the world right now? With constant news of war, climate crises, and growing division, it’s easy to feel […]
Something’s Gotta Give: A Creative Reset for Professionals Feeling Stuck

Workshops • Exhibition • Open Studio with Sara Downham-Lotto. Reflect & recharge through guided creative practice. No art experience needed. A Creative Reset Awayday for Professionals Feeling Stuck or Burnt Out Feeling overwhelmed by what’s happening in the world right now? With constant news of war, climate crises, and growing division, it’s easy to feel […]
Something’s Gotta Give: A Creative Reset for Professionals Feeling Stuck

Workshops • Exhibition • Open Studio with Sara Downham-Lotto. Reflect & recharge through guided creative practice. No art experience needed. A Creative Reset Awayday for Professionals Feeling Stuck or Burnt Out Feeling overwhelmed by what’s happening in the world right now? With constant news of war, climate crises, and growing division, it’s easy to feel […]
Something’s Gotta Give: A Creative Reset for Professionals Feeling Stuck

Workshops • Exhibition • Open Studio with Sara Downham-Lotto. Reflect & recharge through guided creative practice. No art experience needed. A Creative Reset Awayday for Professionals Feeling Stuck or Burnt Out Feeling overwhelmed by what’s happening in the world right now? With constant news of war, climate crises, and growing division, it’s easy to feel […]
Final Fridays Networking — Newcastle | 28 August, 2–4pm

Final Fridays Networking — Newcastle | 28 August, 2–4pm If you’re done with rooms full of pitches and want meaningful connections with senior decision-makers across business, public sector, education, and charities, this is for you. Final Fridays is TAPinto®’s monthly relationship-building forum — relaxed, structured, and focused on long-term collaboration (not sales). Spaces are limited, […]
ems: networking

A networking event that makes a difference to you. Let’s do it right! ems: Networking is good old fashioned networking. All attendees get to introduce themselves and their business, let’s face it, that’s why you are coming along. There is a structure in place so you get to talk to as many people as possible, […]
Summer Networking Social – The After Work Club x Gino’s

Laid-back evening of networking, hosted by The After Work Club. Bringing together professionals from all industries in Newcastle! We’re heading to Newcastle’s Quayside for a summer evening of relaxed networking, chilled drinks and good conversation, this time at the gorgeous summer terrace of Gino D’Acampo Restaurant.
How to make posts that POP!

Social Media for Start Ups Looking to boost your online presence and create social media posts that really stand out? Join our practical, hands-on workshop designed to help you master the secret of making your social media POP! If you’re new to social media or want to sharpen your skills, this session will take you through the […]
How to Master Digital Marketing and Develop Your Brand

Learn the secrets of building your business brand including brand identity, brand strategy and brand voice plus identifying and under Looking for help with planning your digital marketing? This fully-funded event may be just what you need. (Suitable for those who are planning to start a business as well as those who have recently started).
Christmas Showcase at Pitcher & Piano

After the success of last years Christmas Showcase at the Pitcher & Piano, we are bringing it back for another unforgettable event! Join us on Thursday, 10th of September for a fantastic Christmas showcase. Expect great conversations, festive fizz, and the chance to build new connections in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Whether you’re a familiar […]
Business Open Day 2026

An open event for all organisations to learn how you can collaborate with Newcastle University in the next academic year and beyond. Business Open Day Join us at Newcastle University Business School to learn how collaborating with the university can help you to: • Solve business challenges • Raise your profile • Attract talent • […]
Flying Start Workshops: How to use social media for business

Whether you’ve a side hustle idea, want to turn a hobby into income or you’re ready to go into full-time self-employment, this is for you! What are Flying Start Workshops? Whether you’ve a side hustle idea, want to turn a hobby into an income or you’re ready to go into full-time self-employment, Flying Start is […]