In this video, Paul Lancaster (Founder, Newcastle Startup Week) gives a short review of the brilliant book ‘Happy Sexy Millionaire: Unexpected Truths About Fulfilment, Love and Success’ by Steven Bartlett, the 28yr old founder & former CEO of the social media agency Social Chain & now Dragon on BBC Dragons’ Den, who gave a world-class … More [VIDEO] Happy Sexy Millionaire: Unexpected Truths About Fulfilment, Love and Success by Steven Bartlett

Since July 2018, we’ve been running our Founders’ Friday events every month as a way for self-employed freelancers, startup founders, micro business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs & students to hear about the latest opportunities to start or grow a business in the North East of England. (It’s also a great way for business advisers, professional services … More Founders’ Friday (October 2021) – Event Recap

Since July 2018, we’ve been running our Founders’ Friday events every month as a way for self-employed freelancers, startup founders, micro business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs & students to hear about the latest opportunities to start or grow a business in the North East of England. (It’s also a great way for business advisers, professional services … More Founders’ Friday (September 2021) – Event Recap

The British Business Bank is a government-owned business development bank headquartered in Sheffield that’s dedicated to making finance markets work better for smaller businesses. Whether you’re looking for finance to start a business, grow to the next level, or stay ahead of the competition, they’re committed to delivering greater volume & choice of finance. In … More We’re delighted to be partnering with British Business Bank to help increase knowledge of business funding & finance in the North East of England!

Since July 2018, we’ve been running our Founders’ Friday events every month as a way for self-employed freelancers, startup founders, micro business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs & students to hear about the latest opportunities to start or grow a business in the North East of England. (It’s also a great way for business advisers, professional services … More Founders’ Friday (23rd July 2021) – Event Recap

Brad Burton, the UK’s No.1 motivational speaker, bestselling author, living legend & all round top bloke, was opening Keynote Speaker at Newcastle Startup Week 2017, 2018 & 2019 & Startup Week ONLINE 2020. Here are Brad’s ‘100 Motivational Tips For Your Best Year Ever’… 1. You have what it takes.2. Stop spending your life trying … More ‘100 Motivational Tips For Your Best Year Ever’ by Brad Burton

Since July 2018, we’ve been running our in-person Founders’ Friday events on the last day of each month as a way for self-employed freelancers, startup founders, micro business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs & students to come together in a fun, friendly & informal way to learn about the latest opportunities to start or grow a business … More Founders’ Friday (28th May 2021) – Event Recap

In this video, Nick Green (Partner, Fatgreen Insurance) explains the importance of & reasons why, business owners should consider getting Key Person Protection, Business Loan Protection, Relevant Life Protection & / or Shareholder Protection before it’s too late! He also talks about his experience of running an Executive Search company in Asia, his wife Anny’s … More [VIDEO] The Importance of Protecting Yourself & Your Business with Nick Green (Partner, Fatgreen Insurance)

In this video, Dr Alan Lowdon (Executive/Non Executive Director & Advisor) shares his experience of helping commercialise IP-rich technologies, particularly in the Offshore Wind / Renewable Energy / Cleantech sector, the world-leading expertise & track record that we have in the North East of England & the wider UK’s importance on the global stage. He … More [VIDEO] International Innovation & Dealmaking in the North East of England with Dr Alan Lowdon

Since July 2018, we’ve been running our in-person Founders’ Friday events on the last day of each month as a way for self-employed freelancers, startup founders, micro business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs & students to come together in a fun, friendly & informal way to learn about the latest opportunities to start or grow a business … More Founders’ Friday (30th April 2021) – Event Recap