Round Table: Creating More Opportunities in Middlesbrough

Teesside is changing fast. From landmark regeneration projects and the expansion of Teesside Airport Business Park to grassroots community initiatives, the region is buzzing with fresh energy and possibility.

But here’s the real question: what happens when Teesside’s founders come together with one shared goal — to make this the best place in the UK to be an entrepreneur?

This isn’t about sitting back and listening, or working in silos. It’s about bringing entrepreneurial minds into the same room to spark ideas, challenge thinking, and use our collective brainpower for good. Hosted by Imran Anwar – founder of Alt Labs and FLOK, and a tireless advocate for Teesside’s entrepreneurial spirit – this round table is your chance to be part of something bigger.

Together, we’ll explore:

Spotting and Seizing Opportunities
How do we identify what’s unique about Teesside and build on it to create lasting growth?

Building Powerful Networks
What happens when local founders truly back each other and share their knowledge, resources, and contacts?

Breaking Down Barriers
How can we, as a collective, tackle challenges like funding, skills and market access to level the playing field for all?

If you’re a founder who believes Teesside’s future should be shaped by the people who live and build here, this is your invitation.

Come ready to share, connect and collaborate, and leave with new ideas, fresh energy and a stronger network of like-minded entrepreneurs determined to make Teesside thrive.


The Small Print 
Our round tables are shaped by the insights and experiences of attendees, so while we aim to cover the topics above, we may also dive into other related areas during the session.

Due to limited capacity round table discussions are exclusively for entrepreneur members only. Guests or substitutions are not allowed.