Sunderland Business Week reveals programme

A North East business event returns next month.

Sunderland Business Week is set to take place from October 13-17, marking its fifth year of inspiring and connecting regional enterprises. 

The week features a series of talks, workshops and networking opportunities across Sunderland, aimed at helping businesses grow, innovate and thrive.

SunFest, the flagship event, will be held at Sheepfolds Stables on October 16 and will feature media personality and entrepreneur Jamie Laing, co-founder of Candy Kittens, along with Alex Partridge, founder of LADbible and UNILAD and North East mayor Kim McGuinness.

The event will include inspiring talks, interactive workshops, live music and networking in a festival-style setting, designed to engage entrepreneurs and business leaders alike.

Workshops on retail readiness, social enterprise impact, emotional intelligence and Sunderland AFC’s journey to the Premier League will also provide practical insights.

Alex Partridge, left, and Jamie Laing

Prior to that, the week kicks off with a launch event on October 13 featuring a panel of civic leaders from Sunderland City Council, North East BIC, Sunderland AFC, the University of Sunderland and Education Partnership North East. 

Attendees can also explore business support through short presentations and a marketplace offering advice, funding and services for local businesses.

Other highlights include Expo Sunderland’s Delivering the Future City conference on October 14-15, featuring a series of keynote sessions, roundtable discussions and delegate networking. 

The week concludes with the popular Wine on the Wear networking event on October 17, hosted by Sweeney Miller Law at The Flower Café, providing attendees with an opportunity to unwind, connect and reflect on the week’s sessions.

Sunderland Business Week is organised by the Sunderland Business Partnership, a collaborative network of organisations dedicated to supporting the city’s development and fostering growth opportunities. 

Sponsors include Sunderland City Council, North East BIC, Ward Hadaway, NatWest, Gentoo, Sunderland College, Sunderland BIDs, Sheepfolds Stables, Creo Comms, Richard Reed Solicitors, New Results and Sunderland AFC.

Tickets for individual events and further information can be found here.

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