Category: Events

[PODCAST] Everything You Need to Know About Building a Powerful Network & Running Successful Events (with Paul Lancaster & Lisa Bean)

October 19, 2026

In this interview, Lisa Bean sits down with Paul Lancaster (Founder of UK Startup & Scaleup Week & author of the Small Business Marketing For Dummies book for her PRODUCED podcast. Paul shares his experiences from organising over 100 business events, booking celebrity speakers on a budget & cultivating a high-value professional network. 1. Booking … More [PODCAST] Everything You Need to Know About Building a Powerful Network & Running Successful Events (with Paul Lancaster & Lisa Bean)

Newcastle College students go behind the scenes at the Mercury Prize 2026 thanks to local partnerships

October 16, 2026

With the 2026 Mercury Prize returning to Newcastle upon Tyne for a second year at the Utilita Arena Newcastle on Thursday 22 October, Newcastle College students will be playing a key role behind the scenes, putting their creative, culinary & hospitality skills into practice to support one of the UK & Ireland’s most prestigious music … More Newcastle College students go behind the scenes at the Mercury Prize 2026 thanks to local partnerships

FREE LinkedIn & Sales masterclass for County Durham businesses at Ramside Hall (Tuesday 27 October)

October 7, 2026

Would you or anyone in your team like to know how to use LinkedIn better to raise awareness of your products / services, generate leads & make more sales? If so, our own Paul Lancaster & Neil Stephenson are running a 4hr LinkedIn & sales masterclass at Ramside Hall Hotel in Durham on Tuesday 27 … More FREE LinkedIn & Sales masterclass for County Durham businesses at Ramside Hall (Tuesday 27 October)

[EVENT] North East Entrepreneurship Week: The Place to Rise (11-20 November)

October 6, 2026

The North East of England’s economy needs more entrepreneurs to start & scale businesses. Right now, the region has 744 businesses for every 10,000 adults who live here but the average across England is 1,062. This is why North East Entrepreneurship Week has been organised to showcase the entrepreneurs who are building great businesses from our … More [EVENT] North East Entrepreneurship Week: The Place to Rise (11-20 November)

Will you be at Design in Everything (the North East of England’s design week) between 5-9 October 2026?

October 1, 2026

New for 2026, Design in Everything brings together designers, businesses, entrepreneurs, educators, charities, public organisations & communities for 5 days of events across the North East of England between Monday 5th & Friday 9th October. The aim of Design In Everything is to celebrate the role that design plays not just within the creative industries … More Will you be at Design in Everything (the North East of England’s design week) between 5-9 October 2026?

North East Women of Excellence Awards 2026 (Nominations & Entries are open now until 15th November)

September 14, 2026

The North East Women of Excellence Awards (new for 2026) have been created to recognise exceptional women making an impact across the North East of England. There are categories spanning entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, community impact & more, with nominations welcomed from across the whole region. You can nominate someone you believe deserves recognition or put … More North East Women of Excellence Awards 2026 (Nominations & Entries are open now until 15th November)

[EVENT] UEA Annual Summit & Gala 2026: Where Will Your Next Growth Come From? (Friday 16th October 2026)

September 13, 2026

UK businesses looking for new markets, investment & international growth opportunities will have the chance to connect with global entrepreneurs, investors & business leaders at the UEA Annual Summit & Gala 2026 in London on Friday 16th October 2026. ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Enter our Promo Code: UKSSW before checkout to get a £64 discount on the ticket … More [EVENT] UEA Annual Summit & Gala 2026: Where Will Your Next Growth Come From? (Friday 16th October 2026)

[VIDEO] ‘The Opportunity Economy’ with Kunle Durojaye (The WAM Institute) & Paul Lancaster (PLATFORM)

August 5, 2026

In the modern business landscape, the ‘Opportunity Economy’ isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a framework for how we create success platforms for others. Whether through business meetups, workshops, conferences or festivals, the goal is to bring like-minded individuals together to foster inspiration, education & growth. In this recent video interview, Kunle Durojaye (Founder, The WAM … More [VIDEO] ‘The Opportunity Economy’ with Kunle Durojaye (The WAM Institute) & Paul Lancaster (PLATFORM)

North East ‘SuperConnector’ celebrates 10yrs in business

June 29, 2026

A business ‘SuperConnector’ who has helped thousands across the North East of England to start & grow their ventures is marking a decade staging some of the region’s most successful events. However, for Paul Lancaster (Founder, Event Producer & Business Growth Consultant, PLATFORM | UK Startup & Scaleup Week | Stellar Business Events), the champagne … More North East ‘SuperConnector’ celebrates 10yrs in business

Why ClimbUK in Leeds (1-2 July) is one of the must-attend business growth festivals in 2026

June 5, 2026

As businesses continue to navigate an increasingly competitive & fast-changing landscape, events that bring together ambitious founders, investors, innovators & business leaders are more valuable than ever. That’s where the ClimbUK festival in Leeds comes in. Taking place at the Royal Armouries on Leeds Docks on 1-2 July 2026, ‘Climb26’ is designed to connect the … More Why ClimbUK in Leeds (1-2 July) is one of the must-attend business growth festivals in 2026