Business North East Festival 2027

Business North East Festival 2027

Business North East Festival is the perfect way to kick off your year. Whether 2027 is going to be the year you become your own boss, you hire another team member, or you scale internationally, the event will have workshops, talks and networking suited to helping you make your ambitions a reality.

Time: 8:45am - 4:45pm

Date: Wednesday 20th January 2027

Location: The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

About the event

Programming is brought to you by the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority, North East Chamber of Commerce, ClimbUK and the Entrepreneurs Forum. Admission is free and welcomes people looking for:

Inspiration from successful business leaders
Advice on starting a business
Help to test an idea
Practical skills to develop your business (finance, marketing, winning customers)
Help with scaling, investment or innovation

"I’m launching Business North East to provide a helping hand to our fantastic local businesses. We’re making support simpler, more accessible and far easier to use right across the region. This festival marks the start of this commitment, celebrating your business and your ambitions. I look forward to seeing you there."

Kim McGuinness, North East Mayor

FAQs

What is Business North East?

Business North East is a free business support service, launching January 2027. It will offer impartial one-to-one appointments with a business advisor who will get you the answers you need. Whether your next step is getting your business idea off the ground, investment, hiring, expansion or just finding a sounding board to ensure you're on the right track, Business North East is committed to making sure your business thrives.

Business North East will replace the North East Growth Hub.

Is the event accessible?

Yes – everyone is welcome. If you have accessibility requirements, please let us know in the registration form. If you don't feel comfortable in doing so, further details can be found here: https://theglasshouseicm.org/your-visit/access-information/.

How is Business North East funded?

Business North East is funded by the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority. £25.9m investment has been committed to Business North East up until 2029, ensuring regional businesses are backed and to boost jobs.

How can I get involved?

Please email businessne@beaconhouse-events.co.uk for any questions regarding sponsorship or coverage of the event.