BECBC Awards
The BECBC Awards are back for another year celebrating the achievements of our members across Cumbria. Don’t miss out on the biggest event in the calendar!
Teesside Built Environment Networking
Constructing Excellence North East are pleased to invite you to our monthly Teesside Built Environment Networking. This relaxed and informal networking event will provide an opportunity for you to meet and catch up with construction professionals from the Tees Valley area. Refreshments & light lunch will be served. Please make sure you let us know […]
The Procurement Act: how it’s working in practice
The UK Procurement Act 2023 is now in effect, having gone live on February 24, 2025. Replacing the previous procurement regulations, its aim was to modernise and simplify the process for public sector procurement – but how is it working in practice? Alison Walton, head of procurement, discusses the impact of the legislation, common issues […]
Practical masterclass – equality and diversity in the workplace
Would you like more confidence in handling equality obligations and avoiding discrimination in the workplace? It can be complicated but, like everything, it’s much easier when you know how. This employment training course will give you the confidence to handle these kinds of issues in-house. This workshop includes lots of practical, everyday examples to help […]
SAVE THE DATE – Christmas Member Lunch: Sedgefield
To celebrate this Christmas, And all of your success. We’re inviting you out, For food in excess. We’re asking for the classics, Like ‘Mistletoe and Wine’. All you need to do, is come along And have a good time. So this December, Make sure you are free. Because you’re definitely invited, To our Christmas party!
Round Table: Employee Equity Scheme
Employee ownership can be a powerful way to attract top talent, retain key people and align your team with the long-term success of your business. But setting up an equity scheme (and getting it right) takes more than good intentions. Join Jon Dudgeon and Steve Robinson of Blu Sky for a lively, no-nonsense round table […]
SAVE THE DATE – Christmas Member Lunch: Newcastle
To celebrate this Christmas, And all of your success. We’re inviting you out, For food in excess. We’re asking for the classics, Like ‘Mistletoe and Wine’. All you need to do, is come along And have a good time. So this December, Make sure you are free. Because you’re definitely invited, To our Christmas party!
Round Table: Creating More Opportunities in Middlesbrough
As Middlesbrough undergoes an exciting transformation (from the £200 million Crown Square regeneration project to the expansion of Teesside Airport Business Park and the launch of new community initiatives like the Park End football centre) local businesses are uniquely positioned to benefit from fresh opportunities. But unlocking these opportunities requires more than just ambition, it […]
Round Table: Inspiring the Next Generation
More details to follow…
Focus Dinner with Tania Cooper MBE, Steel Benders (UK)
From humble beginnings to the halls of Buckingham Palace, Tania Cooper MBE’s journey is a masterclass in grit, graft and purpose-led leadership. “I didn’t set out to be in engineering, but with a background in finance and business, I’ve found myself running engineering companies – and loving the challenge”. Tania’s route to the top didn’t […]
Coffee Roulette – Middlesbrough
Back by popular demand our Coffee Roulette’s bring members together, for a brew or two to share experiences and spark fresh ideas over coffee, cake or even a light bite. There’s no formalities and no agenda – just entrepreneurs connecting, learning from each other and enjoying great conversation in a relaxed setting. Whether you’re after […]
Autumn Conference
Get ready for the region’s biggest entrepreneurial event – proudly headlined by Agilico! Join 250 business leaders at the Hilton Newcastle Gateshead Hotel for one of the highlights of our autumn calendar. For our full line-up, and all the event details, visit our conference page.
Speakers Table: Pre-conference Dinner
Kick off the excitement of our Autumn Conference in style with an exclusive evening of great food, good company and inspiring conversation. Join us the night before the region’s biggest entrepreneurial event for an intimate pre-conference dinner at 21, Newcastle, a renowned setting for relaxed networking and meaningful connections. You’ll get the rare opportunity to […]
#DarloBizClub Meeting // December 2025
Join us as we celebrate the season with a few festive drinks in great company. This is a relaxed and informal get-together where members and local businesses can connect, unwind, and share some holiday cheer. 📅 Date: Wednesday, 3 December 2025🕠 Time: 5:30 to 7:30 pm📍 Venue: To be confirmed Everyone buys their own drinks, and feel free to bring along […]
North East Virtual Networking
Join us at our next FSB North East Virtual Networking session, designed to help us all keep connecting, collaborating and supporting each other. We will meet virtually for about an hour and cover the following: FSB Download – A brief summary of what the FSB are doing to support you, hosted by Reshma Begum, FSB North […]
North East Virtual Networking
Join us at our next FSB North East Virtual Networking session, designed to help us all keep connecting, collaborating and supporting each other. We will meet virtually for about an hour and cover the following: FSB Download – A brief summary of what the FSB are doing to support you, hosted by Reshma Begum, FSB North […]
Getting to grips with self-assessment
Feel overwhelmed and stressed at the prospect of filling out your self-assessment tax return and all the forms that come with it? Unsure of what information you need to provide, or worried about making any costly mistakes that could come back to haunt you? If so, don’t let the end of the tax year bog […]
Flying Start Workshops: How to use social media for business
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 here to help you take that first step – with confidence. Brought to you by the North East BIC, Flying Start is a monthly series of five FREE live, online […]
Flying Start Workshops: How to secure your first customers
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 here to help you take that first step – with confidence. Brought to you by the North East BIC, Flying Start is a monthly series of five FREE live, online […]
Flying Start Workshops: How to manage your finances
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 here to help you take that first step – with confidence. Brought to you by the North East BIC, Flying Start is a monthly series of five FREE live, online […]
Flying Start Workshops: How to create a winning business plan
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 here to help you take that first step – with confidence. Brought to you by the North East BIC, Flying Start is a monthly series of five FREE live, online […]
Veterans in Business Networking
This event welcomes veterans running their own businesses as well as anyone keen to connect with and learn from local business leaders. Led by BIC Armed Forces Ambassador and veteran Anthony McDermott, the group brings together like-minded people who share the goal of growing and supporting their businesses. The North East BIC’s Veterans in Business […]
North East Social Enterprise Day 2025
This year’s theme is all about Thriving on Purpose. By this we mean both making the conscious decision to thrive as people leading change, as well as achieving real, lasting change through our missions. We know that social enterprises and the people who lead them face unique challenges — often balancing financial pressures with an unwavering […]
Mock employment tribunal
Muckle LLP in conjunction with Parklane Plowden barristers will deliver an in-person mock employment tribunal. This event will give an invaluable opportunity for attendees to see employment tribunal proceedings and procedures and learn what to expect from these. This interactive session will allow attendees to observe a realistic hearing and review realistic employment tribunal documentation. […]
