PLATFORM (Newcastle) - 20 November 2026

Get inspired, build your network & learn how to start or grow your business in the North East of England, Teesside & Scotland. Since January 2024, our PLATFORM events have been inspiring, educating & connecting ambitious business owners & leaders, funders, investors & advisers from across the North East of England, Teesside & Scotland. AGENDA • 9am-9.30am: Relaxed Networking with teas, coffees + light refreshments (on the Mezzanine Floor above the Reception) • 9.30am-10.15am: Insights Briefing (updates on local business initiatives, funding, support & events) • 10.15am-11am: Show and Tell (short presentations / pitches from 3-4 startups / scaleups) • 11am-11.15am: Short Break • 11.15am-11.55am: In Conversation With... (interview / fireside chat with successful entrepreneur / business leader) • 11.55am-12pm: Closing Remarks • 12pm-12.30pm: Informal Networking Join us in helping to make the North East of England, Teesside & Scotland the best place to start & grow a business in the UK. Book your FREE ticket & then Like | Follow us for future event updates at: • Facebook www.facebook.com/PlatformNEUK • LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/platformuk • Twitter / X https://twitter.com/platform_UK Our PLATFORM events are sponsored by: HR2day Limited, MIRA Marketing, NEL Fund Managers, Nouveau Legal, Optimal Accountancy, Precursor Security, Wubbleyou & Xero