Thursday,15 January 2026, 2.00pm - 5.00pm   North Shields Community Hub and Library, Northumberland Place North Shields NE30 1QU

Is it possible to future-proof your business? Whether you’re established or a start-up, January is the ideal month to scrutinise the resilience of your business.

We’ve partnered with our friends at The Business Factory to offer a thought-provoking afternoon aimed at established businesses and start-ups based in North Tyneside, Newcastle and Northumberland.

The afternoon starts with lunch and a chance to network followed by a panel discussion with our experts in business coaching, finance and online retail. Join us from 2pm on Thursday 15th January at North Shields Customer First Centre to listen, learn, ask questions and network.

At our Business Lunch, attendees will:

  • Meet Gavin SpencerRacheal Straughan and Sam Hook, who will share knowledge on digital accountacy, Ecommerce/retail and business confidence, respectively.
  • Learn more about the free advice and support on offer from the Business & IP Centre and The Business Factory.
  • Discover free tools and insights—market research, consumer trends, and funding opportunities.
  • Enjoy lunch and the chance to network with other businesses.

Who should attend this session?

This event is open for all North of Tyne based businesses including pre starts, start-ups, freelancers, established businesses and sole traders.

This event is funded by North East Combined Authority through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

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