Tues, 7 July 2026, 09:30am - 12:30pm   The Old Rectory, The Broadway, Houghton le Spring DH4 4BB

The high street is changing. How can your business compete?

At this business brunch, BIPC Experts in Residence Karen Williamson (retail) and Andy Ditchburn (marketing, branding and web design) will deliver insight and take-away tips to help your high-street business thrive.

Find out about:

  • How the high street is changing
  • How to set up your business efficiently
  • Product, volume and pricing
  • Identifying your target audience
  • Attracting and retaining customers

Plus, Jodie Gillespie of Sunderland City Council will introduce a new fund being launched especially for high street businesses!

In addition, there will be time for networking, Q&A, delicious brunch food, and a chance to hear about some of the other free business support available in your area.

We hope to see you there!

 

This event is funded by North East Mayor Kim McGuinness and The North East Mayoral Strategic Authority, supported by Sunderland City Council.

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