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HUMBER
BUSINESS
WEEK
BIZ
WEEK
2015
1ST - 5TH JUNE 2015
Organised by
Hull and East Yorkshire
C O M M U N I T Y F O U N D AT I O N
Communications Partner
Brochure Sponsor
THE WEEK IN A GLANCE
HUMBER BUSINESS WEEK 2015
FRINGE
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3RD
‘Folk & Funk’ Biz Week Aftershow Party
The Business Week Breakfast
Marketing for Social Good
The Beautiful Couch – Live on stage
The Northern Powerhouse - Growth opportunities for the
Humber region
Navigating the Energy Estuary
How to start your own business
FEO's Fantastic Failures!
MONDAY, JUNE 1ST
Humber Business Week Launch – Bondholder Breakfast
Leadership from the middle – Should have gone to Specsavers
The future of the Yorkshire & Humber Economy
- EY ITEM Club forecast
Don’t miss out on tomorrow’s talent
Chamber Expo: Day 2
WOW - How to invest in staff and improve your business
performance
The Investment Games
The Enemy Within – People risks to business
Gaining a competitive advantage in the global marketplace
Speed Networking at Chamber Expo (3pm session)
Universal Studios, Microsoft, Google: Why the ‘biggies’ are
looking to Hull for inspiration.
Unlock profits in retailing using advanced statistics, 'big data'
and brand
Speed Networking at Chamber Expo (10:30 session)
Inspiring Women
Tour of Immingham – The UK’s unsung Megaport
IoD Humber Luncheon with Nick Fry
Proceed Until Apprehended – Beating the boys in the boardroom
– a woman’s guide
THURSDAY, JUNE 4TH
TUESDAY, JUNE 2ND
Cyber Crime and Physical Security - How to protect your business
Humber Local Enterprise Partnership Forum - Going for Growth
Offshore wind connections 2015
Getting to Yellow! – Selling Overseas
PRINT Profile – Discover your best self
Going Green – Bringing business into the renewables age
Can you hear me at the back?
How to make a Step Change in your business’ performance
Making the most of business on the coast
Goole Pop-up Business Advice Café
Leading Change
Product or personality?
The Art of Being Heard
The Experiment
Northern Lincolnshire Business Expo
WiFi Warbiking: How much data are we giving away?
(Scunthorpe)
Windows 10: Hands on with HBP Systems
Let’s talk Pegasus
Chamber Expo: Day 1
Hull Born and Bred
Hull and Humber Chamber networking lunch
FRIDAY, JUNE 5TH
Speed networking at the Chamber Expo
Social Media for Business – Making it work for you
Arts & Culture in Business
First Tuesday networking
Dynamic, Energetic Coast: The East Riding, its people and the sea
The Business Week Celebration Dinner
Yorkshire International Business Convention
From nappies to narcissism: Are outstanding leaders born
or bred?
What the new Government means for business
Yoga for all those who are far too busy
Moving from operational to strategic management
Made in Hull
WiFi Warbiking: How much data are we giving away? (East Yorkshire)
TechNation: Hull at the heart of the UK Tech Economy
Who Do You Know?
Humber Business Week Champagne Reception
“I run a Micro Business" - What’s your super power?
HUMBER BUSINESS WEEK COORDINATORS
Welcome to you all for our 11th year
of the Humber Business Week – and
what an incredible week this is set
to be.
It amazes me how fresh this year
feels, with so many creative,
innovative and informative events on
the agenda across the region.
Kath Lavery
Chair of Humber Business
Week and Hull and East
Yorkshire Community
Foundation
www.heycf.co.uk
Hull and East Yorkshire
C O M M U N I T Y F O U N D AT I O N
I would like to say a big thank you
to all of the event holders who keep
coming up with new ideas, great
titles and themes, and are prepared
to put in the effort to build on the
success year on year.
This week couldn’t take place
without that and a lot of hard work
has been going on behind the
scenes to make sure the programme
is filled with as many different
subjects and topics
as possible.
I am incredibly proud of this year’s
line-up and, I’m sure you’ll agree,
there is something for everyone.
For this fresh programme to happen
in the 11th year shows a massive
commitment from the business
community, as well as individuals,
and continued excitement for the
week.
Lord Haskins
Chairman, Humber Local
Enterprise Partnership
www.humberlep.org
The role of the North as a
driver for the nation’s economy
is acknowledged and, with
increasingly devolved budgets,
we are being empowered to make
more investment decisions locally.
Throughout our area, you can feel
the energy and positivity that the
Humber is the place to invest and
the firm belief that we are building
a stronger economy, which will be
sustainable for future generations.
It is the Humber LEP’s vision to
support businesses to succeed and
grow. Since last year’s Business
Week, the LEP has received a £113m
Local Growth Fund. Through our
‘Growing the Humber’ programme
we have provided grants for capital
investment for 200 businesses,
whilst our Growth Hub has engaged
From the moment we attended
our first Steering Group meeting to
discuss the 11th Humber Business
Week way back last October, it was
clear that we had been brought into
something special.
of inspirational events, speakers and
opportunities to showcase the very
best the region has to offer in terms
of business.
With more than 6,000 delegates
attending events on both banks of
the Humber last year, we want to
build on that this year, continuing to
inspire, educate and learn together.
There are thousands of pounds worth
of quality learning and development
opportunities for businesses and
individuals right on their doorstep,
across the Humber region, rather
than just show and tell events.
This week is key to expanding your
network and we look forward to
welcoming you.
From yoga at your desk to setting up
your own business, you can find out
exactly how to do it during Humber
Business Week.
Kath Lavery,
Thank you for your continued
support.
Paul Baxter
Arrival Design and PR
Communications Partners
www.arrivaldesign.co.uk
Sitting around the table to firstly
discuss the huge success of the 10th
anniversary last June, thoughts very
quickly moved on to 2015 – and how
the brilliance of 2014 could not only
be matched, but topped.
It’s fair to say there was some
concern from members as to how
2014 could be bettered.
There had been more than 60
events across the region, attended
by more than 6,000 delegates, and
the buzz and impact of Business
Week could still be felt.
Chair of Humber Business Week
and Hull and East Yorkshire
Community Foundation
We are bringing together the public,
private and third sector for a series
FOREWORD
The 2015 Humber Business Week
takes place at an unprecedented
time for the Humber economy, with
the North at the heart of the political
agenda.
COMMUNICATIONS PARTNER
Those concerns about living up
to 2014 were clearly unfounded,
however, as when you look through
the programme of events lined-up
for the first week of June this year,
it is clear the momentum is greater
than ever.
This year’s programme covers the
widest range of industries yet, on
both banks of the Humber – from the
increasingly important developing
renewables and digital sectors to
the long-standing heartbeat of the
region through our ports.
What has been clear as the
programme for this year has come
together has been the special feeling
around Humber Business Week, and
the huge passion for it.
Longstanding supporters and
dedicated partners are involved
again, whilst many are holding or
supporting events for the first time.
Humber Business Week is stronger
than ever.
Our work at Arrival is all about
putting businesses in the spotlight
and helping them communicate
what they do, and their successes - a
perfect fit with all that Business Week
is about.
We are delighted be to be playing
our part as Communications Partner.
We are sure it will be a week to
remember.
Paul Baxter,
Arrival Design and PR
Communications Partners
THE BUSINESS WEEK CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
with more than 2,000 businesses.
Our Enterprise Zone, already the
largest in the country, has been
expanded, and is now home to
multinational companies, including
Siemens and Able UK. Scunthorpe
has benefitted from inward
investment from Corrboard to
develop their first site in Europe,
whilst SGS has expanded its
European headquarters in Hull
and at the Humber Bridgehead
site. Collaboration between
businesses, training providers
and the LEP is resulting in skills
and employability being more
aligned to the opportunities offered
by the Humber’s new industries.
In December the Government
announced that the first National
College for Wind Energy would be
located on the Humber, recognition
indeed that the Humber is the UK’s
Energy Estuary.
Business Week is a firm fixture in
the region’s business calendar. It
makes a huge contribution to helping
businesses succeed and furthering
our regional economic prosperity.
It’s our opportunity to showcase
the Humber. It offers support for
local businesses to network, access
support and, of course, do business.
This year there are more businesses
participating than ever and there’s
a packed programme of events in
more locations on both banks of the
estuary.
Whether you are a regular Business
Week participant or a newcomer,
involved in business regardless of
size, represent a social enterprise or
third sector organisation, you’ll find
there is something for everyone. I
look forward to you helping us make
this year’s event a resounding success.
Lord Haskins,
Chairman, Humber Local
Enterprise Partnership
The Business Week Charitable
1130700) and is managed by the
to donate directly either through
Foundation is an exciting approach
Steering Group made up of Business
Hull and East Yorkshire Community
to supporting local activities and
Week Stakeholders. This ensures
Foundation or through this website.
addressing local need.
that resources are directed where
Although launched as part of
Business Week 2012, the Charitable
Foundation is active throughout the
year and provides a mechanism
to direct resources where they are
needed most, as well as building a
sustainable source of funding for
local community activity in years to
HUMBER
BUSINESS
WEEK
come.
The Business Week Charitable
Foundation operates through Hull
and East Yorkshire Community
Foundation (registered charity no.
they can have the most impact and
also that the charitable foundation is
wholly accountable to the Business
Week community. Business Week
If you would like to donate, or if you
are interested in contributing in any
other way, please contact Nigel Mills
using the contact details below:
Stakeholders receive regular
Hull and East Yorkshire Community
updates regarding the charitable
Foundation, Suffolk Chambers, Scale
foundation, as well as opportunities
Lane, Hull, HU1 1LA
to see first-hand the impact it is
Email: [email protected]
having in the local community.
In order to support the charitable
foundation, there are fundraising
events and activities throughout
Business Week itself (and beyond)
as well as opportunities for you
Tel: 01482 320021
Fringe
‘FOLK & FUNK’ BIZ WEEK
AFTERSHOW PARTY
June 5, 6.30pm-8.30pm
Kardomah94, 94 Alfred Gelder Street, Hull, HU1 2AN
Free
For the first time in Biz Week history, we’re inviting you to celebrate
the finale of Humber Business Week with a night of ‘Folk and Funk’ at
Kardomah94, hosted by Sowdens and Hull Folk Festival.
Business talk is not compulsory, but following the success and buzz of
Business Week, it may be hard not to!
Ever heard what happens when folk meets funk music? Relax, reflect and
unwind in great company, with unique music, in a great atmosphere.
FREE ENTRY! However, places are limited (200 max) please reserve your
place by e-mailing [email protected]
There will be a licensed bar and restaurant to purchase your own food
and drink, with many thanks to Kardomah94 for the venue hire.
THE BEAUTIFUL COUCH
– LIVE ON STAGE
June 5, 7:30pm
Fruit, Humber Street, Hull, HU1 1TU
£8 plus booking fee
Emulating two of Hull’s finest, and most popular exports, The Beautiful
South and The Housemartins. The Beautiful Couch first formed in 2002,
playing all over the country. ‘The Couch’ built up a loyal following and a
huge reputation in the tribute band world.
Playing venues such as Liverpool’s The Cavern, the Matthew Street
Festival and the KC Stadium in Hull, they also supported Deacon Blue
and The Commitments at Humberfest!
After taking a few years off, the Couch returned for a one off gig at Hull
City Hall in May 2012. Such was the demand for the band to return, they
decided to grab their instruments and return to the stage.
We’ll be closing Bizweek with a great night featuring all the classic hits in
a two-hour set!
HOW TO START YOUR OWN
BUSINESS
June 6, 9am-5pm
Harbour Deck, Princes Quay Shopping Centre, HU1 2PQ
Free
A fringe event aimed at encouraging people to get involved in business
and enterprise.
It will provide simple advice delivered in a concise and informative but
informal way to help break down the initial barriers and reservations
people can have about going it alone.
Some fun games provide an alternative and engaging way of
demonstrating what needs to be considered when forming your own
business, while ENRG experts will be on hand to offer information and
know-how, answering questions on more specific business matters.
The event is an invaluable source of materials for those who have
recently started their own company or are looking in to the possibility of
doing so in the near future.
The Beautiful Couch are: Ed Faulkner, Jan Brumby, Johny Kramer, Adam
Parrish, Tim Nuttall, and Nigel Wheeldon.
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
Places are limited (200 max). Please reserve your place by
e-mailing [email protected]
http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-beautiful-couch-live-atfruit-tickets-14871644489?aff=eac2
or www.humberbusinessweek.co.uk
Just turn up! For further info please
email [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Anyone who wants to end Business Week in style, to good
Fans of The Beautiful South and The Housemartins and anyone
New business owners, first time business owners, people
music, and in good company.
who supports local live music. Over 18’s
thinking of starting a business.
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Monday, June 1
HUMBER BUSINESS
LEADERSHIP FROM THE MIDDLE
WEEK 2015 LAUNCH - BONDHOLDER - SHOULD HAVE
BREAKFAST
GONE TO SPECSAVERS
7.45am-9.30am
KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU
Free
300 business people from across the Humber came together last year to
mark the official launch of Business Week at the Bondholder Breakfast event,
providing a great opportunity to network, enjoy breakfast and get into a
positive frame of mind for the exciting week ahead – don’t miss it this year!
10am-11.30am
1904 Lounge, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU
FREE
Hull based chartered surveyor Tim Wigglesworth, Development Manager
at estates solutions company Shared Agenda, will talk about how the
skills needed for his weekend job as a referee in rugby union’s Aviva
Premiership cross over into the world of everyday business leadership.
Tim will highlight how transferable the skills needed to control 30 highly
tuned athletes bashing into each other for 80 minutes are in relation to
the challenges we all face at work.
The talk will consider issues such as decision making, how to deal with
pressure, and the range of communication needed for different customers,
as well as revealing a few amusing insights.
THE FUTURE OF THE YORKSHIRE &
HUMBER ECONOMY - EY ITEM CLUB
FORECAST
10am-12 noon
KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU
Free
IOD HUMBER LUNCHEON
WITH NICK FRY
12.30pm—3.30pm
Kingston Suite, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU
Tickets cost £47 + VAT for IoD membersand £54 + VAT
for non-members. Tables of 10 are available at a cost
of £450 + VAT.
With increased focus on Northern cities to help rebalance the UK economy,
this session will examine the key economic predictions from the latest EY
ITEM Club report and implications for businesses in the region.
Nick Fry, the former CEO of the Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula 1 team, will
be the key speaker at the annual Institute of Directors Humber Luncheon at
the start of this year’s Humber Business Week.
EY’s chief economist, Mark Gregory, will also share the findings from
the latest UK Attractiveness Survey, looking specifically at Yorkshire’s
performance in securing investment.
Now a commercial advisor, Nick looked after the racing sponsorship aspects
of the Mercedes AMG Petronas business.
It will be interesting to hear how the region is faring and the future
outlook for business.
He secured the services of Lewis Hamilton, replacing Michael Schumacher to
partner Nico Rosburg in the team’s pursuit of the 2013 World Championship.
Nick began his career with Ford Motor Company in 1977 as a graduate trainee.
During his high performance career, he worked with Ford in the UK, Detroit
and Germany, including a period as MD of Aston Martin, before joining
Prodrive in 2001; leading their expansion into engineering services, as well as
winning World Rally and Sports Car Championships.
The audience will have a better understanding of the life of an official at
the elite level of sport and, in particular how the role reflects many of the
behaviours we all need to display in our own working environments.
Working in F1 since 2002, he re-structured the team, grew sponsorship and
led the team to its first F1 victory and subsequent World Championships.
Nick was appointed a UK Business Ambassador by the UK Government in
2010 and promotes UK business expertise in High Performance Engineering.
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HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
E-mail [email protected]
E-mail [email protected]
E-mail Alicia Gardner at [email protected] or
call (0113) 298 2402
Book on-line at http://www.iod.com/connecting/events/2015/june/
iod-humber-luncheon or contact Pat Coyle at [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
This event is open to all businesses, however Bondholders will
Business leaders, senior managers and aspiring managers, or
Business leaders, influencers and managers from
Business leaders from across the region and any Formula 1 fans.
be given preference should the event reach capacity.
anyone considering a professional refereeing career.
across the region.
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Monday, June 1
Tuesday, June 2
PROCEED UNTIL APPREHENDED
– BEATING THE BOYS IN THE
BOARDROOM – A WOMAN’S GUIDE
GETTING TO YELLOW! - SELLING
OVERSEAS
3.30pm-5.30pm
The Circle Restaurant, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU
Free
Harriet Minter is the founder and editor of the Guardian’s Women in
Leadership section.
During this event, Harriet will take you through the lessons she’s learned
from working with some of the most powerful women in business,
including Arianna Huffington of The Huffington Post, Tamara Mellon,
co-founder of Jimmy Choo, and Facebook’s Sheryl Sandberg.
This will be a fast-paced session which will look, amongst other things, at
the reasons women hold back, the effect this has in the workplace and
how to change it, resilience and how to develop it, taking risks and why
asking for permission is a bad thing.
She’ll teach you how to manage stress, seize opportunity and sell your ideas.
7.45am-10am
Beverley Racecource, York Road, Beverley, HU17 8QZ
Free
Why is a cycle race a bit like international trade?
This World Trade Centre event makes a fun comparison of the ups and downs
of taking part in a major international cycle race with overseas trading.
You will probably be surprised by the amount of support available to help you
succeed overseas and a broad range of organisations will be on hand to give
you information and advice. You will see a simple five-step plan to start on
your global route to ‘winning the jersey’, and then we’ll race you through the
help that is available to you right here in the Humber.
You will probably be surprised by the amount of support available to help you
succeed overseas and a broad range of organisations will be on hand to give
you information and advice. In partnership with UKTI trade advisers, as well
as World Trade Centre official business partners, we’ll encourage you to go for
it, help you decide where to race and tell you how to get you to the starting line.
Over a thousand businesses in the Humber sell products and services
overseas. They sell everything from consultancy to cardboard boxes and
software to sausages.
PRINT PROFILE – DISCOVER
YOUR BEST SELF
8am-10am
1904 Suite, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU
Free to attend - by invitation only
Did you know that you have a bunch of unconscious motivators that are
driving most of your behaviours? They operate when you’re being the best
version of yourself - and when you’re not!
Join H&H, the UK’s Best Internal Communications Agency, for a
challenging, highly interactive session and discover your personal
motivators, your best qualities, what drives you - and what you’re like whilst
in “shadow” self.
New to the UK, PRINT is a self-assessment tool, which identifies your
personality traits, along with the reasons behind these traits.
It has been used successfully for many years in US corporate giants like
IBM, P&G, Motorola and Burger King, to improve performance.
This is an exceptional opportunity to be among the first business leaders in
the UK to experience PRINT.
Expect to leave with a deeper understanding of yourself and your personal
impact. Delivered by the H&H coaching team, led by Helen Bissett.
Why not join them on this route to success?
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
Book online at www.kcbusiness.co.uk/events or e-mail
[email protected]
E-mail [email protected]
This event is by invitation only. To register your interest, email
[email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
This event will provide excellent lessons in leadership regardless of
gender. If you’re looking to take the next step in your career, or still
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dreaming of starting that business, this is for you.
People wanting to grow their business, ensure they have new
customers in the future and keep up with their competition.
Senior business leaders, HR, L&D, Employee Engagement
Directors and Managers with an interest in improving team
dynamics and employee engagement.
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Tuesday, June 2
GOING GREEN
– BRINGING BUSINESS INTO THE
RENEWABLES AGE
8.30am-10.30am
Raich Carter Suite, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU
Free
Adopting renewable technologies and methods into your business can have a
massive impact on your bottom line – whilst also importantly having a beneficial
impact on the environment and your carbon footprint. But where do you start?
Our line-up of expert speakers will outline the benefits, and how renewables
can be incorporated into any green-thinking business.
Speakers include:
• Gary Major,Technical Manager, Hargassner, on the benefits of biomass
• Brian Pinner, EDP energy, on making the most of solar energy
• Chris Barker, Director of Clear Asset Finance, on funding
a move into renewable energy
• Wes Wright of Siemens
CAN YOU HEAR ME AT THE BACK?
9.30am-11am
The Albemarle Music Centre, Ferensway, Hull, HU2 8LN
Free
We all spend our lives communicating, so why is it so many of us are backward
in coming forward when it comes to speaking to more than one person?
Of course, confidence can be an issue. But if you’re pitching for business,
chairing a meeting, or hosting an industry conference, you need to be able
to tell a good story.
Broadcaster and Journalist Blair Jacobs has been telling stories on radio
and television for more than 20 years. He’s now built a successful business
specialising in crisis media management and communicating in business.
In this bitesize seminar, Blair will start you on the path to perfecting the
delivery of your presentation. With hints and tips on how to speak with
confidence and clarity, this session will help you gain the confidence and
ammunition you need to win business, as well as the attention of your peers.
HOW TO MAKE A STEP CHANGE IN
YOUR BUSINESS’ PERFORMANCE
10am-12 noon
Willerby Manor Hotel, Well Lane, Willerby, HU10 6ER
Free (70 places maximum)
David Hall, the BBC BAFTA award winning business consultant, will present
this workshop designed to highlight the benefits of implementing Step
Change in your business.
The advantages include: increased sales, cutting costs and increased profits.
The workshop will also provide an insight in to how local businesses in the
region have gained from participating in the Step Change Programme. Local
business people who have benefited from making step changes in the
performance of their businesses will share their experiences of the positive
impacts of the Step Change Programme:
Mark Eggleston of W J Components transformed his business, David Kilburn
of MKM Building Supplies helped his branches to grow and Geoff Spencer,
CEO of D B Schenker, is revitalising his business.
MAKING THE MOST OF BUSINESS
ON THE COAST
10am-2pm
SHoRes Centre, Seaside Road, Withernsea, HU19 2DL
Free
In partnership with Sirius Enterprise Agency, an informal business drop
in surgery is being hosted at the SHoRes Centre, Withernsea, to provide
free business advice on a range of topics including: Business start-up
and planning, finance and grants, liaison with banks and other agencies,
marketing, training and skills provision.
This event will also see the launch of the ‘Coastal Opportunities Gateway’
programme funded by UK Government’s Coastal Communities Fund.
This programme will ensure experts will be on hand to provide advice
to rural coastal business with vulnerabilities to coastal or climate change
on how to develop their environmental resilience, support business
diversification and promote job creation.
The event will cover:
• What are the building blocks in the step change process?
• What were the key lessons learned?
• How can you make a step change in your business?
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HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
Contact Kirk Dixon on email at [email protected]
or call 07912 946998
E-mail [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Anyone looking to bring benefits to their business by using
Anyone who represents their company in public, has to pitch
renewable technologies and energy, as well as those who want
for business, speak to groups of people, or present to larger
their business to have a positive impact on the environment.
numbers, or even those who hold staff briefings.
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
E-mail [email protected]
Visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/making-the-most-of-businesson-the-coast-registration-16246979152
or www.humberbusinessweek.co.uk
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Business owners, CEOs, MDs and directors.
Business owners or managers who would like to develop or
grow their business, especially those in rural coastal areas.
Tuesday, June 2
NORTHERN LINCOLNSHIRE
BUSINESS EXPO
10am-4pm
The Baths Hall, Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe, DN15 7RG
Free
This is no ordinary Expo, as the wide variety of companies attending will create
a hive of ideas and inspiration to help your business grow.
Up to 80 local firms will exhibit at this year’s event, ranging from solicitors to
IT specialists, and it doesn’t matter if you are just starting up, a fully-fledged
business, or a graduate looking for employment - you will find something of
interest at the Expo.
Guest speakers will also cover very specific business topics every hour, and two
speed networking sessions - one for graduates to meet potential employers
and one business to business, will provide the opportunity to meet as many
business people as possible within the hour.
WINDOWS 10: HANDS ON WITH
HBP SYSTEMS
10am-11.30am
Hallmark Hotel, Ferriby High Road, North Ferriby, HU14 3LG
Free
With Microsoft Windows 10 due for release later in the year, this seminar
will give you the chance to take an early look at the new operating
system with local Microsoft Gold Partners, HBP Systems.
The session will start with an overview of the new operating systems,
some of the new features and benefits and some advice on when the
best time is to implement a new operating systems into a business.
Finally, in a workshop format, delegates will get the chance to try
Windows 10 for themselves in a hands on session.
CHAMBER EXPO: DAY 1
12 noon-5pm
Airco Arena, Walton Street, Hull, HU3 6GA
Free
This is the biggest annual business event in the Humber region and a
focus for businesses of all types.
Organised by the Hull & Humber Chamber, the event represents huge
networking opportunities.
The Expo is all about building up your contacts and gaining business,
plus raising your company’s profile.
The Airco Arena is adjacent to the KC Stadium, where the facilities are
excellent with ample free parking.
Five reasons to visit:
There are 100 stands, which are staffed by more than 500 business
people over the two days and, in total, in excess of 1,000 high-ranking
business people attend.
• Incredible variety of businesses
All types and sizes of business will be in attendance.
• A fantastic event to source suppliers
3m x 2m and 4m x 2m exhibition stands are available for hire for the two-day
Expo. They are fully-working, ready-to-use stands, with free Wi-Fi access.
• A vast array of advice, support and solutions for business
• Amazing networking opportunity
Sponsorship opportunities are also available, offering considerable
positive PR and numerous marketing benefits.
• Free seminars with Keynote Speakers providing you valuable information
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
To find out more, or to book a stand, please contact the Business
Team on 01724 297330 or e-mail [email protected]
Email [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
All business people and job-seeking graduates.
Business owners and IT managers.
HULL BORN AND BRED
12.30pm-2.30pm
Charlotte’s Restaurant, Hull College, Queens Gardens,
Hull, HU1 3DG
Free – lunch before the event
With one of the fastest growing digital sectors outside of London and
pioneering growth in green energy industries, there has never been a
better time for businesses to invest in Hull and the Humber.
While the region has a bright future ahead, it can also boast a huge range
of highly successful businesses that have made Hull their home.
This event, hosted by Hull College Group and Rollits, will enable attendees
to gain an insight from globally successful local businesses that can trace
their roots in Hull.
The development of relevant technical and employability skills in Hull’s young
people and future workforce is central to meeting the region’s full economic
growth potential. You will also hear about opportunities for early identification
of young talent for your own future workforce and the importance of English
and maths for young people to compete in today’s labour market.
‘Run With It’, a local organisation, will also showcase how using the
stimulating environment of the KC Stadium can improve children’s attitudes
and motivation towards literacy and numeracy.
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
If you require a stand or further information, call Bruce Massie on
(01482) 324976 or e-mail [email protected]
Call 01482 598817 or e-mail [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
All business people! A great chance to sell your business,
Business leaders and local businesses of all sizes.
network, or find new suppliers and clients.
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Tuesday, June 2
HULL AND HUMBER CHAMBER
NETWORKING LUNCH
SPEED NETWORKING AT THE
CHAMBER EXPO
12.45pm-2.15pm
Circle Suite, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU
£23 plus VAT
3pm- 4:15pm
Airco Arena, Walton Street, Hull, HU3 6GA
Free
SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BUSINESS–
MAKING IT WORK FOR YOU
3pm-6pm
Kingsway Consulting, Global House, Ridgeway,
Scunthorpe, DN17 1AJ
Free
FIRST TUESDAY NETWORKING
5.30pm-7.30pm
The Business Hive, 13 Dudley Street, Grimsby, DN31 2AW
Free
Join us for this networking event, which represents an additional
opportunity to meet business people, gain contacts and business and
promote your company over an excellent lunch.
Three Speed Networking sessions will take place as part of Chamber
Expo 2015 in the Arena during the Expo, further enhancing the
opportunities to gain many contacts and business.
Kingsway Consulting is pleased to introduce Karen Locking from Evolve
Business Developments.
Once again, especially for Business Week, the Business Hive opens its
doors for our First Tuesday Networking!
Want to know how to use social media in your business?
More than 100 delegates from all types of business will be present.
You are guaranteed to meet 20 different business people at each
session in this fun way to network and ‘spread the word’ about your
products and services.
Want to understand the benefits it can bring?
We invite you to join us and our members for the most informal
networking you’re likely to attend.
Need to identify which platforms to use?
No speeches, no forced 2 minute talks, no speed networking, and no charge!
Need to look at a policy for the business?
Just good food and refreshments and an hour or so with people you
would like to do business with.
The first session will take place on Tuesday at 10.30am, as well as two on
Wednesday at 10.30am and 3pm.
Karen is an expert in this area and provides support to businesses to
ensure that social media adds value rather than wasting time.
• Name
tags are provided so you know who you are talking to or
identify the person you want to talk to.
• No fixed agenda, so you can come and go and stay for
as long as you please.
• ‘Drinks and Nibbles’ from some of our best local caterers.
On top of all this, if you give us the name of a business that you would
specifically like to meet up with at the next meeting, we will do all we can
to make it happen and facilitate that introduction.
People do business with people and the
‘First Tuesday’ network is simply the place
where those people can meet.
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
Please call Janice Harrison on (01482) 324976 or
e-mail [email protected]
Contact Janice Harrison on (01482) 324976 or
email [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
All business people who enjoy networking...and lunch.
All business people keen to expand their networks and
meet new contacts.
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HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
Call Kingsway Consulting on 01724 294040 or email
[email protected]
E-mail [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Business owners, HR managers, marketing managers.
Anyone who would like to connect with other businesses to
grow their local network and help boost our local economy.
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Tuesday, June 2
Wednesday, June 3
THE BUSINESS WEEK
CELEBRATION DINNER
THE BUSINESS WEEK BREAKFAST
Reception 7pm, Dinner 7.30pm,
Staff House, University of Hull, HU6 7RX
Free to invited guests
This invitation-only event is the occasion to dress up in your finery to
celebrate the achievements of Business Week, mingle with senior colleagues
from across the business spectrum in the Humber region and hear from a
high-profile speaker, all within a fine dining experience at the University of
Hull, one of Business Week’s most loyal and committed supporters.
7.30am-10.30am
Tennyson Suite, Forest Pines Hotel, Ermine Street,
Broughton, Brigg, DN20 0AQ
Free
THE NORTHERN POWERHOUSE GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES FOR
THE HUMBER REGION
8am-10am
Andrew Jackson Solicitors, Marina Court, Castle
Street, Hull, HU1 1TJ
Free. But places are limited so book your place early
The Business Week Breakfast is delighted to welcome someone who has
experienced a rise, fall and rise again in one of the most spectacular fashions
of recent times…Gerald Ratner.
A lot has been written about the role of the major cities like Manchester,
Liverpool, Leeds and Sheffield in the Northern Powerhouse. But how will
Hull and the wider Humber region benefit?
His story of Riches-to-Rags disaster at his very own hands fascinates and
intrigues. It will be an inspiration to many who have experienced rejection,
loss and humiliation. Gerald has come full-circle and is enjoying success
second time around.
Andrew Jackson will put together a panel, drawn from leading local
businesses and organisations, that can offer expert opinions and up
to date views on the wide range of business growth opportunities that
should develop in the next few years.
His story will provide a glimpse into the utmost highs and lows, building
a successful business only to have it collapse around you, and the
determination needed to pull yourself back up by your boot straps.
The panel will focus on those sectors likely to experience significant
growth, partly as a result of the proposed changes and improvements
to local infrastructure, and partly because of the existing concentration
of certain business clusters that should be able to grow rapidly with the
appropriate stimulus and encouragement.
Gerald will be joined by Claire Harper, a leading business figure who has
unparalleled experience in marketing, branding and enterprise, with the
success of some of the UK’s leading brands to her name, including Argos,
Sainsbury’s, Mamas & Papas and Ocado.
Paul Green, a local entrepreneur, completes the line-up to tell us
The panel will also consider the various barriers to growth and how these
can be overcome going forward.
There will be ample opportunities for Q&As.
about his journey of how he had an idea for a hotel that caters to the offshore industry, through to seeing this idea become a reality with Nightel.
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
Admission to this event is only available via invitation from
corporate partners.
Early booking is advised as spaces are limited. To book,
e-mail [email protected] or call 01472 242667.
E-mail [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Invited guests only.
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This event will appeal to anyone in business or any aspiring
entrepreneurs.
Business owners and managers, professionals interested
in international trade and the growth and development
of the region.
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Wednesday, June 3
FEO’S FANTASTIC FAILURES!
8.30am-10am
Kardomah94, Alfred Gelder Street, Hull, HU1 2AN
Free
CHAMBER EXPO: DAY 2
9am-5pm
Airco Arena, Walton Street, Hull, HU3 6GA
Stand prices vary for exhibitors - free for general visitors
9am-4pm
University of Hull, Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX
Free to apply. Applicants who make the shortlist will
be invited to present their ideas.
Join For Entrepreneurs Only (FEO) as we bring the F-word to Humber
Business Week!
This is the biggest annual business event in the Humber region and a
focus for businesses of all types.
Do you have a great Business idea that needs investment?
Let’s face it - the best people and businesses in the world fail at times, which
is what spurs them on to become great at what they do. Failing is the first
step to succeeding because without failure we will never progress, learn and
develop our skills.
Organised by the Hull & Humber Chamber, the event represents huge
networking opportunities.
Are you prepared to swap some equity for investment?
So join us for this very special event where successful local entrepreneurs
will share real life stories of failures, flops and fiascos - but more importantly,
how they used these experiences to positively move forward.
The Airco Arena is adjacent to the KC Stadium, where the facilities are
excellent with ample free parking.
If the answer to these questions is yes, then you may be a high calibre
competitor to participate in The Investment Games to be run during
Humber Business Week 2015.
There are 100 stands, which are staffed by more than 500 business
people over the two days and, in total, in excess of 1,000 high-ranking
business people attend.
All application forms and business plans must be sent by e-mail to
[email protected] and received by 29 May 2015, after
which time no entries will be accepted.
All types and sizes of business will be in attendance.
No responsibility is accepted for entries which are lost, corrupted or
incomplete.
Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to really learn from the failures of
those that have been there and are still doing it....only bigger and better!
The Expo is all about building up your contacts and gaining business,
plus raising your company’s profile.
3m x 2m and 4m x 2m exhibition stands are available for hire for the two-day
Expo. They are fully-working, ready-to-use stands, with free Wi-Fi access.
Sponsorship opportunities are also available, offering considerable
positive PR and numerous marketing benefits.
Do you have the drive and enthusiasm to make it work?
Could you use between £1,000 and £50,000, plus support packages, to
kick-start your business?
There will be a pre-selection process to shortlist applicants. The
shortlisted entrepreneurs will present their ideas directly to the panel of
investors on June 3, 2015, in a closed session.
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
www.feosfantasticfailures.eventbrite.co.uk
If you require a stand or further information, call Bruce Massie on
(01482) 324976 or e-mail [email protected]
Complete application form via Pepperells.com/investment-games
and return before May 29, 2015.
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Anyone who is interested in entrepreneurship and wants to
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THE INVESTMENT GAMES
learn first-hand from people who aren’t afraid of failure.
All business people. A great chance to sell your business,
network, or find new suppliers and clients.
Potential entrepreneurs with drive, ambition and a great
business idea, who are looking for investment and support.
GAINING A COMPETITIVE
ADVANTAGE IN THE GLOBAL
MARKETPLACE
10am-11.30am
Baker Tilly, Two Humber Quays, Wellington Street West,
Hull, HU1 2BN
Free
Navigating the maze of international business and trade is a challenging
and exciting undertaking.
However, it can be a cumbersome and costly process if undertaken
without the necessary professional advice.
This interactive advisory session is designed to provide information and
real life examples to assist organisations in their international operations
while learning about the common pitfalls to be avoided.
It also includes an evaluation of business strategies which can help
enhance a company’s competitive advantage in the global marketplace.
Speakers include:
• J on Gillgrass – International Director, Santander Corporate &
Commercial Banking
• Andy Capes & Paul Langhorn - Baker Tilly International Team
• UK Trade & Investment
• Simon Wardle - Managing Director of Fresh Design International
HOW TO BOOK
E-mail [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Senior financial decision makers of businesses with an interest
in international operations.
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Wednesday, June 3
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS, MICROSOFT,
SPEED NETWORKING AT
GOOGLE: WHY THE ‘BIGGIES’ ARE
CHAMBER EXPO
LOOKING TO HULL FOR INSPIRATION
10am-12noon
World Trade Centre Hull and Humber, 48 Queen
Street, Hull, HU1 1UU
Free
Garthwest Creative has a client portfolio that includes Universal Studios,
Microsoft, Google and Sony Music.
From in-store marketing for some of the biggest titles in the film industry
to ViSR VR headsets for Google, we design, manufacture and deliver
great solutions for some of the biggest companies in the world.
Furthermore we are on your doorstep.
10.30am and 3pm
Airco Arena, Walton Street, Hull, HU3 6GA
Free
The final two of three Speed Networking sessions will take place as part
of Chamber Expo 2015 in the Arena during the Expo, further enhancing
the opportunities to gain many contacts and business.
You are guaranteed to meet 20 different business people at each
session in this fun way to network and ‘spread the word’ about your
products and services.
Find out how creative design, innovation and promotional print can help
you market you brand, product and service.
Speaker: Lindsay West, Joint MD, Garthwest Ltd.
TOUR OF IMMINGHAM – THE UK’S
UNSUNG MEGAPORT
10:30 - 13:30
Port of Immingham, DN40 2LZ (Pick-ups at The
Arena (Hull) and Forest Pines (Scunthorpe)
Free
If you have never enjoyed a tour of the Port of Immingham, don’t miss this
opportunity to view first-hand the wonderful workings of the UK’s busiest
port as Associated British Ports invite you to join them on a tour of the
facility, with commentary from ABP experts.
The Port of Immingham is the UK’s largest by tonnage, handling over 55
million tonnes of cargo each year. It currently oversees the transit of almost
20 million tonnes of coal each year, which accounts for one third of the
nation’s requirement, while 30% of the UK’s fuel is supplied by refineries
situated adjacent to the port.
It is also the site of the world’s largest dedicated biomass terminal, built at a
cost of £130 million, which alongside its sister facility at the Port of Hull, will
supply six million tonnes of wood pellets to Drax Power Ltd to support their
conversion to low-carbon power generation.
Pickups will be 10.30am at The Airco Arena (Hull) and Forest Pines Hotel
(Scunthorpe). The coaches will then drop off at around 12.45pm at Forest
Pines and 1.30 at the Arena.
11am-12.15pm
Kardomah94, Alfred Gelder Street, Hull, HU1 2AN
Free
“By the way, if anyone here is in marketing or advertising...kill yourself.
“You have no rationalisation for what you do, you are Satan’s little helpers.
Now, back to the show.” - Bill Hicks, Revelations, 1993
This event will challenge this attitude by trying to convince our audience
that marketing can be used to achieve a great deal of social good.
We aim to show how marketing can inspire people to want to improve
things that really matter, change behaviour in order to save lives, tackle
negative attitudes, and empower a community to solve its problems.
Speakers:
Gail Mettyear, High Sherriff of the East Riding of Yorkshire 2014/15
• H
ow marketing is fighting fire with fire to prevent the sexual exploitation
of young people.
Tessa Wray, Corporate Partnerships Manager, the Smile Foundation
• How being good is good for business.
Plus panel Q&A hosted by John Gilbert, Managing Director of eskimosoup.
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
Email: [email protected]
Contact Janice Harrison on (01482) 324976
or email [email protected]
Spaces are limited – please email Rachel Addison at
[email protected] to secure your place
E-mail: [email protected] or call (01482) 601886
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Marketeers, people involved in product development
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MARKETING FOR SOCIAL GOOD
All business people keen to expand their networks
and meet new contacts.
All business people
Leaders and communications professionals in the private, public
and voluntary sectors.
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Wednesday, June 3
NAVIGATING THE ENERGY ESTUARY DON’T MISS OUT ON
TOMORROW’S TALENT
11am-1pm
The Holiday Inn, Hull Marina, Castle Street,
Hull, HU1 2BX
Free
11am-12.30pm
Forest Pines Hotel, Ermine Street, Broughton, Brigg, DN20 0AQ
Free
12 noon-2pm
University of Hull, Brynmor Jones Library, Exhibition
Hall & Art Gallery, Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX
Free. Ample free parking also available.
EY and Rollits will navigate some of the main tax and legal challenges
faced by renewables businesses which are considering future expansion.
Are you investing in young people? Do you want to learn how to tap into
tomorrow’s talent?
We welcome you to celebrate one of the UK’s most successful ‘Skills
Support for the Workforce’ programmes.
Through the use of case studies, we will specifically examine R&D and
capital allowance claims, as well as legal considerations from a planning
and construction perspective.
Why not come and ask them!
Inspirational speakers will share how they’ve led the way and been
part of one of the highest performing programmes delivering training to
almost 5,000 people working for 600 SMEs.
The interactive lunch will include a question and answer session.
This workshop will provide a unique opportunity for employers to talk directly
to young people. The workshop will facilitate interaction between employers
and young people with an aim to discover solutions on how businesses can
access young people’s talents.
Talent Match Humber is a project designed by young people for young
people and specialises in co-design. The Young People’s Partnership (YPP)
is the main driving force behind the project. The YPP work with its peers to
identify specific barriers to employment and work to reach solutions.
Talent Match and the YPP have identified employers are often unaware of the
barriers young people face when looking for employment and are therefore
unable to see the potential of some young people, resulting in employers
missing out on locally skilled, enthusiastic and motivated young people. The
YPP is here to help you change that.
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WOW - HOW TO INVEST IN STAFF
AND IMPROVE YOUR BUSINESS
PERFORMANCE
Hear how local businesses have benefitted, upskilled their staff and
are future proofing their interests ahead of UK City of Culture 2017 and
emerging jobs in the renewables industry. Speakers include;
• Anne Tyrrell, Principal at North Lindsey College and Chair of the SSW Board
• Gary Warke MBE, HCUK Chief Executive
• Colin Brown, Chief Executive of The Deep
WOW, what a venue
The University has just completed a spectacular £28million
redevelopment of the Brynmor Jones Library. For the first time, the Library
will open its Exhibition Hall and Art Gallery to Business Week.
THE ENEMY WITHIN
– PEOPLE RISKS TO BUSINESS
3pm-5pm
Hull University Business School, Cottingham Road,
Hull, HU6 7RX
Free
This event will provide practical tips to improve business resilience.
Whether you are concerned about theft, fraud, intellectual property,
personal information loss, insiders or simply hiring illegal workers, it pays
to put in place simple measures to manage and prevent some of these
people risks.
An overview of organised crime: What types of businesses they target and
why, the scale of the problem and practical tips on what businesses can
do to be more resilient. Speaker: Gordon Meldrum (Ex-Director of the UK
National Crime Agency).
The changing security landscape: Reviewing information security in the
context of new challenges in big data and insider threats. Speaker: Dr
Dionysios Demetis (HUBS)
Employees are our greatest asset AND weakest link: What are the insider
risks to your business and what practical methods can we use to mitigate
and manage them? Speaker: Norman Mortell (Agenda Security Services).
Besides three expert speakers, there is also a web-based interactive
survey session so, remember to bring your smartphone or tablet!
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
E-mail Renata Larkin on [email protected]
E-mail [email protected]
Booking essential via e-mail: [email protected]
To book, e-mail [email protected] or call (01482) 347524.
Places are limited to 50.
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Anyone involved in, or considering, a renewables or business
All business owners, managers or anyone responsible for recruitment
Any SME or sole trader who wants to learn from the partners in
Owners, directors and managers, individuals with a
expansion project to gain an insight into some of the tax
and training. The event also welcomes anyone with a particular
this leading programme about up-skilling their workforce and
responsibility for recruitment, business security, legal
benefits and legal implications of doing so.
interest in using co-design to get the most from their employees.
increasing productivity.
compliance, or information management.
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Wednesday, June 3
Thursday, June 4
UNLOCK PROFITS IN RETAILING
USING ADVANCED STATISTICS,
‘BIG DATA’ AND BRAND
CYBER CRIME AND PHYSICAL
SECURITY - HOW TO PROTECT
YOUR BUSINESS
4pm-6pm
C4DI, Wykeland House, 47 Queen Street, HU1 1UU
Free
6pm-9pm
Mercure Hull Royal Hotel, Ferensway, Hull, HU1 3UF
This free event includes complimentary three-course
dinner. Business Attire
Hedley Aylott, the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Summit,
will demonstrate how cutting edge predictive analytics is being used to
optimise online marketing campaigns by predicting customer behaviour,
with incredible results.
HullBID is delighted to present three very individual female speakers at
an informal dinner that will entertain and inspire.
Cyber Crime is a bigger risk now than ever before due to the sheer
number of connected people and the many devices used.
Rosie Millard, Chairman of Hull, UK City of Culture 2017: Rosie will give
an extraordinary account of her career, her excitement and challenges
as Hull approaches its year in the spotlight. Also hear her thoughts on
why there are more men called John running FTSE 100 companies than
all the female bosses put together!
It has now surpassed illegal drug trafficking as a criminal money-maker
and somebody’s identity is stolen every three seconds as a result.
Kath Lavery: Kath’s career spans 35 years working across numerous
sectors including the NHS and within Hull’s business community. As
Chairman of the Humber Biz Week Steering Group, Kath will provide an
anecdotal insight into some of the female leaders who have inspired
her throughout her career.
In an event staged by Hull Business Women’s Breakfast Club and
The Deep Business Centre, Paul Robinson, Deputy Police Crime
Commissioner, and PCSO Chris Wright, of Humberside Police, will join us
to highlight current threats to business and individuals.
David Keel, Global Innovations Director of Trident, will talk about how his
business has pivoted from working in one of the world’s most traditional
industries to becoming one of the most advanced digital businesses in the
area, simply by leveraging the data that existed within the organisation.
Stuart Carlisle, MD of Ebuyer, will give a valuable insight into a national
strategy and the importance of your brand.
PLUS
An onsite look at @The Dock, the newhome of the C4DI. See and hear how
the Fruit Market is being transformed.
FINALLY
After party and drinks at Thieving Harry’s, Humber Street. Music provided
by LabelWORX, Europe’s leading digital label services providers.
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INSPIRING WOMEN
Victoria Jackson MBE, Chairman of Kingston Recruitment: Victoria will
share experiences of running a long-established recruitment business,
being an active board member for Dove House Hospice and a mentor
for For Entrepreneurs Only (FEO).
7.45am-9.15am
The Deep, Tower Street, Hull HU1 4DP
Free
Examples of cyber crime - when the illegal activities are committed through
the use of a computer and the internet - include hate crimes, telemarketing
and internet fraud, identity theft and credit card account thefts.
HUMBER LOCAL ENTERPRISE
PARTNERSHIP FORUM - GOING
FOR GROWTH
8am-10.45am
The KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU
Free
Internationally renowned speakers, the Institute of Director’s Chief
Economist and Director of Policy James Sproule, and Professor Chris Bovis
from the University of Hull, discuss business growth and the opportunities
for the Humber’s economy at the Humber LEP Forum, one of the leading
business networking events in the region.
Joining them will be LEP Chair Lord Haskins and LEP Business
Development Board Chair Paul Sewell, of the Sewell Group, who will be
launching the LEP’s Annual Review 2014-2015.
They will illustrate how the force can offer free support to businesses
against fraud and cyber crime to reduce risk and prevent future theft to
all organisations. Breakfast included.
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
Please visit bit.ly/c4dibizweek2015 or email [email protected]
[email protected] or call (01482) 611850.
E-mail [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Business owners, senior management, managing directors,
Priority will be given to businesses who operate within the Hull
A must for any business to attend.
Businesses with operations in the Humber area.
marketing directors and teams, across all industry sectors. IT
Business Improvement District*. A limited number of additional tickets
directors, people responsible for technology and innovation.
may be available.
*Maximum of two tickets per business. Full details on request.
HOW TO BOOK
Reserve your place at http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/humber-lep-forumduring-humber-business-week-2015-tickets-16248545838?aff=es2
or www.humberbusinessweek.co.uk
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Thursday, June 4
OFFSHORE WIND
CONNECTIONS 2015
8am-3pm
Bridlington Spa, South Marine Drive, Bridlington YO15 3JH
£45.00 + vat for THMA members
£75.00 + vat for non members
Offshore Wind Connections (OWC) 2015 will be the third Team Humber
Marine Alliance (THMA) annual offshore conference and has become the
“must attend” event for all those interested in the growing offshore wind
sector in the North Sea and beyond.
Our chosen venue this year is The Spa at Bridlington, which faces the
North Sea and has views out to the Westermost Rough Wind Farm.
The Spa is ideally located to showcase our region and highlight recent
developments in the industry.
The Yorkshire & Humber region is set to become the epicentre of the
industry with billions of pounds to be invested in onshore and offshore
infrastructure.
The region provides the best location to access to all three of the UK’s
largest wind farms and 80% of all North Sea offshore wind farms and 60%
of the entire European market (2020) are within 12 hours steaming.
Speakers include Siemens, Dong Energy, Able, Forewind, A2SEA, NWA
and Green Port Growth.
GOOLE POP-UP BUSINESS
ADVICE CAFÉ
9am-1pm
The Courtyard, Boothferry Road, Goole, DN14 6AE
Free
The York, North Yorkshire, East Riding Local Enterprise Partnership is
working with their friends in the local business community, and will bring a
bit of that ‘for one time only’ magic to a free business advice café.
There will be local expertise waiting to give practical answers to your
questions on a range of business topics.
Totally informal, turn up when you like, leave when you like, come back
again when you feel like it. It’s a cafe, not a conference.
Oh, and did we mention that the advice is free?
So, come along and chat with an expert at our informal drop in sessions
throughout the morning, for genuinely free business advice.
LEADING CHANGE
9am—12 noon
Kingsway Consulting, Global House, Ridgeway,
Scunthorpe, DN17 1AJ
Free
Consider your role as a Change Agent
10am-12 noon
Bishop Burton College, York Road, Bishop Burton,
Beverley HU17 8QG
Free
Review tools you can use to achieve change
What makes a business successful? Find out what worked and why for
these businesses.
Recognise how to: Overcome resistance to change, embed and sustain a
change initiative.
Alex Albone Managing Director of Pipers Crisps - Finding and exploiting
your unique selling point
Colin Guthrie has acted as a Strategic and Change Management
Consultant across UK businesses, including OSI Food Solutions, Bibby
Distribution Logistics and Harsco Metals.
The Pipers crisp story began in 2004 when three farmers decided to
produce great tasting, quality crisps from local potatoes. Today they
deliver throughout the UK as well as exporting to Europe and the USA.
Colin works extensively throughout Europe and recently returned from
South Carolina, where he developed the Precision Valve Global Strategic
Management Integration Plan.
Mark Farnsworth owner, William’s Farm Kitchen - Having a business
idea, taking a calculated risk and making it a reality
Ask questions of people who know about:
Accounting, business planning, customer service training,
digital skills, finance, funding, getting paid, growing your business,
marketing, regulations, SEO, social media, training staff, websites
...and being in business.
Mark has as a lot of experience in the food and drinks industry and
decided to leave his role at Nestle to start his own business. He opened his
first Farm Shop in 2011, and has opened a further two this year.
Andy Black, Director of Services to Business, Bishop Burton College,
and Edward Sweeting, Rural Enterprise Adviser, East Riding of Yorkshire
Council - Access to FREE training for businesses
A business isn’t just about the products or service, it
is about employing, developing and keeping the right
people. Find out how you could access funding to
help grow your business through staff training.
www.offshorewindconnections.co.uk
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PRODUCT OR PERSONALITY?
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/offshore-wind-connections-2015tickets-15998355512
or www.humberbusinessweek.co.uk
Book via http://www.businessinspiredgrowth.com/popup
However, you can turn up at any time on the day.
Book online on the Business Week website or contact Kingsway
Consulting on 01724 294040 or [email protected]
E-mail [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Any business organisation operating in or working with the
Who should be there? Ideal for small business owners/
Appropriate to organisational leaders involved in a change
Businesses of all sizes.
offshore wind supply chain.
managers who are wishing to develop or grow their business
process.
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Thursday, June 4
THE ART OF BEING HEARD
10am-4pm
Hull Truck Theatre, Ferensway, Hull, HU2 8LB
Cost £300 if booked before May 1, 2015 (Special
discount for Humber Business Week) £375 thereafter
A professional development day designed to take your communication
skills to a new level.
• Improves personal impact in preparation for key business meetings
and presentations to influencers or clients
• Builds confidence and cultivates authentic presence
THE EXPERIMENT
10am-1pm
HE Centre, Hull College, Queens Gardens Campus,
Wilberforce Drive, Hull, HU1 3DG
Free
WIFI WARBIKING: HOW MUCH
DATA ARE WE GIVING AWAY?
10am-11.30am
HBP Systems, Woodhouse Road, Scunthorpe,
DN16 1BD
Free
Spend a morning in the fast paced world of creative marketing with
the Federation of Small Businesses and Hull College’s Business &
Management Degree students.
In 2014, HBP Systems Ltd cycled across Scunthorpe in order to find out
just how secure business networks are by collecting information available
through WiFi signals.
Can a marketing idea be turned into a prototype campaign in 3 hours?
Find out about our journey and find out about the IT security issues facing
businesses today and what is needed to ensure they are protected.
• O
ffers straightforward, memorable techniques to help quell nerves
and address physical tension
Spend the morning with marketing experts from the Federation of Small
Businesses, degree students and media students working on a live
marketing brief.
• O
ffers individual attention to each participant, addressing specific
needs and issues- there is no ‘one-size fits all’ model.
Then join us for a networking lunch where we share the results of our
mornings work, and revel in the glory of our success..........in The Experiment.
LET’S TALK PEGASUS
10am-12.30pm
Cave Castle Hotel and Country Club,
South Cave, HU15 2EU
Free
It’s time to share some information with all Pegasus customers about the
strategy going forward.
If you are a Pegasus customer using either Pegasus Opera II or Opera 3 we
encourage you to attend one of our key events in June.
If you are looking to review your business management software, feel free
to join us to see what Pegasus Opera is all about.
We will also have overview presentations from Draycir for their solution
Spindle and TaskCentre showcasing Orbis.
Previous clients include: Goldman Sachs and Goldman Sachs Global
Leadership, BUPA, Capgemini, Pershing Ltd, Tata Consulting, Avanade
UK, Oxera, Atos/Origin and the Office for Public Management.
“Extremely informative insight into how small changes can affect the way
you present yourself. ” Managing Director, 2012
“Often, you get just one chance to make an impression. This has helped
to secure that moment” Executive Director, 2010
www.chrisgrady.org/about/art-of-being-heard
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
Places are limited. E-mail [email protected]
E-mail [email protected]
E-mail [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Aspiring senior managers, current senior managers, managers
Anyone with an interest in marketing
Business owners and IT managers.
Managing directors, financial directors, IT managers.
Visit www.pegasusoperaevents.co.uk
wanting to enhance their confidence in verbal communication.
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Thursday, June 4
FROM NAPPIES TO NARCISSISM...
ARE OUTSTANDING LEADERS
BORN OR BRED?
10.30am-12 noon
Rollits, Wilberforce Court, High Street, Hull, HU1 1YJ
Free
10.30am – 12.30pm.
The Nidd Seminar Room, The University of Hull,
Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX
Free
Outstanding leaders understand how to bring out the best in the people
they manage.
The General Election of 2015 is likely to be one of the most closely fought
elections of modern times with the outcome being very uncertain.
They know their behaviour creates the behaviour in others and they
commit to becoming a better leader. Passionate about making a
difference to the people they manage, they want to see others succeed
both personally and professionally.
Different businesses will be impacted by the outcome of the election in
different ways, which may hinge on which party or combination of parties
forms the next government and the individual policies they bring forward.
In this practical and informative session Rachael Alexander, a Behavioural
Change Psychologist will demonstrate how and why outstanding leaders
need to have heightened levels of self- awareness and more importantly
how to nurture these qualities in their team. A culture of self- awareness
creates an environment of positivity, trust and intimacy resulting in targets
being achieved and high energy workplace.
Being able to performance manage ‘attitudes and temperament’’ is also
key to the process. Donna Ingleby, Head of Employment law from Rollits
will show how this can be done minimising risk to the business.
An informal question and answer session will be held at the end.
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WHAT THE NEW GOVERNMENT
MEANS FOR BUSINESS
YOGA FOR ALL THOSE WHO ARE
FAR TOO BUSY
12 noon-1pm
Rollits, Wilberforce Court, High Street, Hull, HU1 1YJ
An hour of your attention!
It’s easy to put it off isn’t it, but I would like to show you just how easy it
is to add a few yoga postures into your day, without even breaking into a
sweat about it.
MOVING FROM OPERATIONAL TO
STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
1.30pm-4.30pm
Kingsway Consulting, Global House, Ridgeway, Off
Kingsway, Scunthorpe, DN17 1A
Free
How do you identify the different skill base required of an operational
manager and a strategic leader?
No need to move the desk or the chairs or even the packs of photocopy
paper, we can use it all.
Clarify these roles and produce your own gap analysis; then create a
personal strategic leadership development plan to action plan your own
development.
Matthew Fell will be presenting the CBI’s views on what the new
government means for businesses both big and small with a particular
focus on the Humber.
Yoga is simply an enjoyable approach towards better physical & mental
health and general wellbeing. So invest your time and attention in this one
hour Sucram Yoga session and you will reap the benefits for a lifetime.
Colin Guthrie has acted as a Strategic and Change Management
Consultant across UK businesses including OSI Food Solutions, Bibby
Distribution Logistics, Harsco Metals.
Matthew is a member of the CBI’s Management Board. He joined the
CBI in 1999, and is responsible for leading the CBI’s work on public,
private and financial markets to ensure they are vibrant and deliver great
outcomes for customers.
Meet your host - Louise.
Colin works extensively throughout Europe and recently returned from
South Carolina where he developed the Precision Valve Global Strategic
Management Integration Plan.
Matthew’s team campaign to ensure that the “economic plumbing” is in
place so that markets work effectively.
Please join us for refreshments at 10.30am for an 11.00am start
Louise is a fully qualified Yoga instructor with a big personality.
She brings warmth and fun to her teaching, together with a great
awareness and understanding of the postures.
Louise is also qualified in a number of therapies including sports
massage, Kahuna Cultural Bodywork and reflexology.
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
E-mail [email protected]
E-mail [email protected]
E-mail [email protected]
Book online on the Business Week website or contact Kingsway
Consulting on 01724 294040 or [email protected]
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Anyone responsible for managing people to achieve targets and those who
Business leaders (of all sizes), local government, education
Anyone wanting to improve their quality of life.
Middle and senior managers.
have financial responsibility for the business.However, anyone who prefers
representatives.
the command and control model would not find the session of value.
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Thursday, June 4
MADE IN HULL
2pm-4pm
Hull Kingston Rovers, KC Lightstream Stadium,
Preston Road, Hull, HU9 5HE
Free
Organised by Streets Chartered Accountants and supported by Hull
based marketing agency Bluestorm, Made in Hull once again seeks
to celebrate the city’s excellence in manufacturing and its well-earned
reputation for innovation within the sector.
Awards Categories are as follows:
WIFI WARBIKING: HOW MUCH
DATA ARE WE GIVING AWAY?
2pm-3.30pm
Hallmark Hotel, Ferriby High Road,
North Ferriby, HU14 3LG
Free
In 2015, HBP Systems Ltd cycled across Hull in order to find out just how
secure business networks are by collecting information available through
WiFi signals.
Find out about our journey and find out about the IT security issues facing
businesses today, and what is needed to ensure they are protected.
• Made in Hull Sold Locally
3pm-5pm
University of Hull Business School, Cottingham
Road, Hull, HU6 7RX
Free
After City of Culture and the Siemens investment, Hull has another
tremendous opportunity for economic growth – as a digital hotspot.
The most comprehensive survey of digital businesses ever undertaken in
the UK has put Hull firmly in the spotlight as a leading location for digital
enterprises, forming part of a thriving “digital ecosystem”.
The report found that 12,219 people were employed in digital jobs in
the Hull area and that there had been a 57% increase in new digital
companies locally between 2010 and 2013.
• Made in Hull Sold Nationwide
• Made in Hull Sold Overseas
• Made in Hull for the People of Hull
Come along to our exciting event to hear how your business can benefit
from this thriving sector and meet the businesses at the heart of it, as
highlighted in the recent report.
• To be Made in Hull (For a New Product Idea)
Aim
Individuals are invited to self-nominate or nominate another business/
product, by completing a simple online entry form by visiting www.
madeinhull.org.uk
People should be coming to the event to learn how technology can help
their business. They should leave equipped with some ‘next steps’ about
how that can happen, either by engaging with the University, KC or C4DI.
The closing date for entries is Friday, May 8, 2015
Refreshments from 2:30pm
• Made in Hull for Many Generations
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TECHNATION: HULL AT THE HEART
OF THE UK TECH ECONOMY
WHO DO YOU KNOW?
4pm-6pm
The Business Hive, 13 Dudley Street, Grimsby, DN31 2AW
Free
You’ve heard it before, ‘it’s not what you know, it’s who you know that counts’.
Whilst that isn’t entirely true, having a great contacts list can be a vital part of
growing your business.
Well, actually having a great contact list and managing it properly is vital to
any business.
We all work hard to win new customers, but once we have them secured,
how do we look after them?
In this fast-moving world, having somebody remember your name when
you call, or the fact that it is your birthday is a real bonus and increases the
chances of you staying with that business massively.
Storing your customer information and using it to make sure your customers
get the best possible service from you every time they make contact is what
this workshop is all about.
If you are currently relying on a box of business cards, there is so much more
you could do. Come and find out what.
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
To book a place to attend the Made in Hull celebration events, please visit
www.streetsweb.co.uk/events or email [email protected]
E-mail [email protected]
Places are limited at 50. To book, please
e-mail: [email protected] or call (01482) 347524.
E-mail [email protected]
To self-nominate or nominate another business/product, complete a
simple online entry form by visiting www.madeinhull.org.uk
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Business owners and IT managers.
Business owners and those wishing to grow their business by
This workshop is open to anyone in business who wants to
using technology more effectively.
grow whilst maintaining great customer service in a world
Hull’s manufacturers, innovators and artisan producers.
which is increasingly digital savvy.
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Thursday, June 4
Friday, June 5
HUMBER BUSINESS WEEK
CHAMPAGNE RECEPTION
ARTS & CULTURE IN BUSINESS
5pm
Hull Kingston Rovers, KC Lightstream Stadium,
Preston Road, Hull, HU9 5HE
Free
Keepmoat, a national market leader in housing, community regeneration,
planned and responsive maintenance, retirement solutions and
sustainability are delighted to be sponsoring for the 2nd year a special
Champagne Reception in celebration of the success of Humber Business
Week 2015.
This celebration and networking event is also supported by Hull Kingston
Rovers and will take place at the KC Lightstream Stadium on Thursday 4th
June at 5.00pm.
Live music, champagne and canapes will accompany this invitation only event.
Keepmoat enjoy a committed relationship with a number of key partners
in Hull, having worked over the past six years to build over 450 new
homes in west Hull.
“I RUN A MICRO BUSINESS” WHAT’S YOUR SUPER POWER?
5.30pm-8.30pm
Rix Pavilion, Driffield Show Ground,
Driffield, YO25 9DN
Free
ProVERB is again ‘flying the flag’ for East Riding micro businesses.
10am-2pm
POP Gallery, Princes Quay Shopping Centre, Hull,
HU1 2PQ
Free
DYNAMIC, ENERGETIC COAST:
THE EAST RIDING, ITS PEOPLE
AND THE SEA
10.30am-12 noon
Hull History Centre, Worship Street, Hull, HU2 8BG
Free. A pay and display car-park is available adjacent
to the History Centre.
This seminar, lunchtime concert and exhibition opening will show
how arts and culture can be creatively used by business leaders as a
marketing tool, as well as a means of creating an organisational culture
which drives innovation.
Heritage is an increasingly important component in terms of tourism,
business opportunities and growth. Businesses and organisations in many
regions of the country and coast around the British Isles make much of
their distinctive local heritage and cultural dimensions in business terms.
Our guest speaker Kate Sweeting - BBC Look North Business
Correspondent - will be joined by Rob Coates from Willerby Hill, a
seasoned micro business owner, for some light hearted anecdotes and
‘tricks-of the trade’, when juggling family, business and customer demands.
It will also explain how audience members can get involved.
You’ll be able to join in the discussion and share your best solutions to
keeping the work-life balance...and learn how to develop your ‘Super Powers’.
John Holtby: The prime mover behind East Yorkshire’s Cornucopia
Festival and its extension into Cornucopia Arts & Culture Ltd. He has
many years’ experience in arts & culture as a festival director and event
promoter.
In the Yorkshire and Humberside region, more attention has been paid to
capitalising on the maritime heritage of North Yorkshire and the Humber
in recent times, but perhaps the rich maritime history of East Yorkshire
coastal region remains comparatively unknown to both individuals and
organisations.
Come along, grab a bite to eat and meet other business owners who
know exactly what it’s like to overcome the challenges of running a small
business, looking after the family and keeping your customers happy.
Oh…and if you can’t get a babysitter, then just bring the family along! We
know what it’s like so everyone’s welcome.
They are also delighted to be embarking on the Hull City-Wide project
which will see the delivery of around 4,000 new homes, alongside
hundreds of jobs and apprenticeships for local people.
Too often, the relationship between arts, culture and business is one of
begging for support. We want to reverse this!
Speakers are:
Steve Shelley: A former PWC director with more than 20 years’
experience as a company director and international management
consultant. He will present the results of a research project exploring the
relationship between arts and culture and engagement, and innovation in
the workplace.
Keepmoat specialise in creating great places to live, work and play –
delivering sustainable communities and successful neighbourhoods.
This presentation, the outcome of historical research for the Seawards
Heritage project supported by the Holderness Fisheries Local Action
Group, the East Riding of Yorkshire Council and the MMO, will outline
some of the rich maritime and fisheries history and somewhat unknown
heritage of the Holderness coastline and Bridlington Bay area.
It will update on some recent heritage developments and suggest ways in
which these might be used to enhance the area’s economic development.
Dr Robb Robinson, Maritime Historical Studies Centre, The University of Hull.
Alan Raw: Radio presenter, world music promoter, POP Gallery proprietor.
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HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
HOW TO BOOK
Invitation only
Booking essential at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-run-amicro-business-whats-your-super-power-tickets-16533367748
E-mail [email protected]
To book, e-mail [email protected] or call (01482) 347524
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Invitation only
Pre-start, newly-started and existing micro-businesses working
Business leaders and HR managers, especially those looking
People with an interest of knowing more about the culture and
and juggling family life alongside growing a business.
for a creative way of aligning with the City of Culture.
heritage of the East Yorkshire Coast.
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Friday, June 5
YORKSHIRE INTERNATIONAL
BUSINESS CONVENTION (YIBC 2015)
7.30am-4.30pm
The SPA, Bridlington
1 to 9 tickets £295 + VAT (Total £354 each) | 10 and over £275 + VAT (Total £330 each)
THIS YEAR’S SPEAKERS
The YIBC is the most prestigious and highly regarded business
entrepreneur Celia Gates, Bank of Dave star David Fishwick and BBC
convention of its kind in Europe.
business guru Steph McGovern.
A history spanning two decades has seen some of the biggest names
This year will mark the event’s 20th anniversary and another incredible
from the worlds of business, entertainment and global politics take to a
array of speakers will be heading to Bridlington to mark the occasion.
Yorkshire stage. In previous years, delegates have drawn inspiration from
heavyweight speakers including George Foreman, the Dalai Lama, Bill
Clinton and Sir Bob Geldof.
Yorkshire business legend Sir Ken Morrison CBE will share his life story,
ably supported by Martin Green, Chief Executive of Hull City of Culture
2017, World Cup refereeing legend Howard Webb, extreme adventurer
Ken Hames, human rights campaigner Ziauddin Yousafzai, BBC
A record number of delegates in 2014 saw joint Nobel Peace Prize
broadcaster Tanya Arnold and peace educator Mark Milton. YIBC 2015
winner FW de Klerk at the podium alongside speed king Richard Noble,
looks set to take delegates on an incredible journey.
HOW TO BOOK
Call 01924 422193 or email [email protected] or visit the website at www.yibc.biz
WHO SHOULD BE THERE?
Anyone in business who wants to be entertained, informed and inspired by individuals with amazing stories to tell of how they
achieved their goals, stuck to their beliefs and enjoyed triumph over adversity.YIBC is an inspirational event - a one off and a must see.
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BIZ WEEK 2015
HUMBER
BUSINESS
WEEK
The purpose of Biz week is to:
EDUCATE
INSPIRE
SHOWCASE
The very best that the Humber has to offer.
To book or to find the most up-to-date
event information and news visit:
www.humberbusinessweek.co.uk
The printing of this brochure was sponsored by The Humber Local Enterprise Partnership and supplied by Image Data.
Design was provided by Arrival Design; communications partner for Business Week 2015.
Details were correct at the time of print.