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Dragons’ Den Star Tells North East Entrepreneurs That Response to Covid Opportunities Instils Confidence in the Future

The Highlights From Our #EF350miles Challenge

On 20^th October 2020, we announced we had set ourselves a challenge: to cover 350 miles, the distance it takes to circumnavigate the region and visit our members HQs virtually, to raise money for Feeding Families. Here’s how we got on…

Talking Future Podcast: Isabella West, Hirestreet

In our seventh episode of Talking Future, Yvonne Bell speaks to Isabella West, founder of Hirestreet, about tackling fast fashion, sustainable supply chains and her zero waste fashion tips.

Entrepreneur Interview: with Sally Marshall, Marshall Robertson Group

Read our latest entrepreneur interview.

Welcoming Two New Board Members

We're delighted to welcome Brian Palmer and Aman Chahal to our board.

Talking Future Podcast: Stephen Irish, Hyperdrive Innovation

In our sixth episode of Talking Future, Yvonne Bell speaks to Commercial Director of Hyperdrive Innovation, Stephen Irish, about the future of battery technology and what's needed to achieve a clean energy future.

North East Entrepreneurial Awards Continues Charity Support Despite Online Switch

The North East Entrepreneurial Awards will be held online for the first time in its 17-year history - as it continues to highlight exceptional achievements in extraordinary times.

Talking Future Podcast: Laura Weaving, Duo Global Consulting

In our fifth episode of Talking Future, Yvonne Bell speaks to Laura Weaving of Duo Global Consulting, about creating a workplace that works, understanding staff motivations and behavioural drivers, and how COVID has reshaped company culture.

Entrepreneur Interview: with Emma Gaudern, EMG Solicitors

Emma Gaudern, founder of EMG Solicitors takes part in our latest entrepreneur interview. 

Talking Future Podcast: Joanna Feeley, Trend Bible

In our fourth episode of Talking Future, Yvonne Bell speaks to Joanna Feeley, CEO of Trend Bible, about how trends work, the differences between trendspotting and trendforecasting and how the current pandemic has shaped the way people feel, behave and buy.