Inspire West Cumbria Annual AGM
April’s meeting will be our annual AGM, followed by a talk from one of our members and an opportunity for some informal networking. We will also be having sandwiches and chips.
Networking Event (Hosted by Bloom Digitally)
Join us at Turtle Bay Durham on Tuesday 14th April, 10am–12pm for a relaxed morning of networking. No panels, no presentations, no awkward icebreakers 😅 Just good people, good conversation, and the chance to meet others from across the local business community. Whether you’re a business owner, freelancer, working professional, or just someone who enjoys […]
SAVE THE DATE – Entrepreneurial Awards
Get ready to raise your glass to the entrepreneurs who are rewriting the rules – the trailblazers, pioneers, and innovators of the North East. For over 22 years, our Entrepreneurial Awards have recognised and celebrated the region’s best business talent, with finalists representing every stage of the business journey – from ‘Ones to Watch’ to […]
Member Lunch – Dobson and Parnell
Come along to our social, and enjoy delicious food. It’s a great chance to catch-up, with Dobson and Parnell setting the mood. Open only to our members, who are a fun bunch. We’ll be meeting at Dobson and Parnell, For networking and lunch.
Coffee Roulette – Newcastle
Coffee Roulette is back, and the idea is simple. We get entrepreneurs in a cosy room with good coffee and let the conversation do the work. No speakers. No slides. No agenda. Just people who are building something, sharing what’s been working, what hasn’t, and what’s on their mind right now. If you’re looking for […]
Coffee Roulette – Darlington
Coffee Roulette is back, and the idea is simple. We get entrepreneurs in a cosy room with good coffee and let the conversation do the work. No speakers. No slides. No agenda. Just people who are building something, sharing what’s been working, what hasn’t, and what’s on their mind right now. If you’re looking for […]
Round Table: Performance Management
Whether you’re navigating underperformance, trying to motivate a stretched team, or juggling the demands of hybrid working, keeping people on track is one of the toughest – and least talked-about – parts of leadership. Join Forum member and seasoned HR expert Louise Kennedy, Founder of Oculus HR, as she leads an open, honest discussion grounded […]
Round Table: AI for Sales and Marketing – Darlington
Our AI round-table series brings together entrepreneurs who aren’t just curious about artificial intelligence – they’re ready to use it, lead with it, and get real results. Following strong interest in this topic, we’re hosting a second discussion to dive even deeper into how AI is reshaping sales and marketing for fast-growing, founder-led businesses. In […]
Workshop: Making Your Strategy Stick
Strategy might look brilliant on paper but when your team is at full capacity, it quietly slips to the bottom of the list. Don’t worry – this workshop is designed specifically to bring it back to the top. In this fast-paced, hands-on session, Business & Leadership coach and founder of The Empowerment Room, Angelina Bell, […]
Round Table: AI for Sales and Marketing – Gateshead
Our AI round-table series brings together entrepreneurs who aren’t just curious about artificial intelligence – they’re ready to use it, lead with it, and get real results. Following strong interest in this topic, we’re hosting a second discussion to dive even deeper into how AI is reshaping sales and marketing for fast-growing, founder-led businesses. In […]
Member Lunch – Côte Brasserie
Come along to our social, and enjoy delicious food. It’s a great chance to catch-up, with Côte setting the mood. Open only to our members, who are a fun bunch. We’ll be meeting at Côte Brasserie, For networking and lunch.
Round Table: Planning for Financial Freedom
Financial freedom means different things to different people – more time, more security, more choice. But for entrepreneurs, it’s about more than numbers on a spreadsheet. It’s about building a life and business that work together to give you control of your future Hosted by Elliott Birkett-Jones, Senior Associate of Wealth Management at RBC Brewin […]
Focus Dinner with Andy Hook, Hooked-on Group
Andy Hook is one of the North East’s most respected hospitality entrepreneurs. Originally from Cambridge, Andy trained as an engineer before moving to the North East to take up a manufacturing leadership role in South Shields. That move, which reconnected him with his family roots in the region, would ultimately shape his future in hospitality. […]
Round Table: Balancing Multiple Responsibilities
Running and growing a business is demanding at the best of times – but doing it while also carrying the weight of family responsibilities is a challenge few talk about openly. Whether you’re caring for ageing parents, managing the lion’s share of childcare, or acting as the main breadwinner, the pressure to “hold it all […]
Round Table: The Next Generation of AI Founders
Our round tables are shaped by the insights and experiences of attendees, so while we aim to cover the topics above, we may also dive into other related areas during the session. Due to limited capacity round table discussions are exclusively for entrepreneur members only. Guests or substitutions are not allowed. Please be aware that […]
Workshop: Real-World AI Strategies for You and Your Business
AI continues to evolve at a rapid pace; however, many organisations still struggle to extract real impact from the hype. Back by popular demand, former Microsoft Finance Director Oli Deacon will lead an engaging two-hour interactive discussion on AI, helping attendees understand how their organisations can start to adopt AI at scale using commonly available […]
Round Table: How to Exit Your Business Successfully
When is the right time to exit your business – and what does “success” really look like when you do? It’s a question many entrepreneurs face as their company matures yet few feel fully prepared to navigate the process with confidence. From understanding your options to preparing your business (and yourself) for transition, the pathway […]
Round Table: Building a National Business from the North East
As businesses in the North East grow, many founders reach the same crossroads. How do you scale nationally while remaining rooted in the region that helped shape the business in the first place? Join fellow entrepreneurs for a round table discussion exploring what it really takes to build a national business from the North East. […]
All In Conference
Attract. Train. Retain. Celebrate Talent. The All In Conference brings together leaders and people professionals ready to go all in on talent. Explore the full employee lifecycle – attracting, developing, retaining, and celebrating people – through the lens of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). Meet Our Speakers: Rebecca Storey, North East Construction Technical Excellence College […]
PLATFORM Conference
A new, 1-day conference for ambitious business owners and leaders, funders and investors. Since January 2024, our half-day PLATFORM events have been inspiring, educating and connecting ambitious business owners and leaders, funders, investors and advisers from across the North East of England, Teesside and Scotland. Our 1-day PLATFORM Conference will focus on the people, processes, technology and […]
PLATFORM (Teesside Expo)
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.
BioFocus 2026 Conference
Bringing together industry, academia, and experts in life sciences. The agenda will include sessions on labs and therapies of the future, finance and funding opportunities, technology showcase talks, and more. Attendees will discover cutting-edge technologies, emerging research, sector-shaping initiatives and current funding pathways: all in one place. Agenda and Speaker details will be […]
Motivation Monday: Coffee, Connection & Kickstart!
Start your week with purpose, people, and a perfectly brewed coffee ☕✨ Join us for Motivation Monday, a relaxed and energising co-working and connection session designed to help you ease into the week with intention. We will also be joined by Paul Hughes, Growth Hub Connector, NE Growth HUB Paul will be on hand for networking […]
Motivation Monday: Coffee, Connection & Kickstart!
Start your week with purpose, people, and a perfectly brewed coffee ☕✨ Join us for Motivation Monday, a relaxed and energising co-working and connection session designed to help you ease into the week with intention. We will also be joined by Paul Hughes, Growth Hub Connector, NE Growth HUB Paul will be on hand for networking […]