External Event
York Green Business Forum: Lower Costs, Better Business
This session will focus on how businesses can improve efficiency across energy, water and waste, helping to reduce running costs while also reducing environmental impact.
Employment Law changes I need to know about as an Employer
Employment Law changes I need to know about as an Employer with Claire Bean from North Yorkshire HR Solutions
Health and Life Sciences Business Pitching 2026 | Labcorp, Harrogate
The afternoon will commence with a series of short pitches, offering attendees a valuable overview of the organisations taking part and the breadth of activity across the regional ecosystem.
Freelance and Founder: Navigating the Startup Finance Landscape
Whether you are looking for your first angel investment, exploring grants and awards, or wondering which financial institution has the best offering, this is a great chance to meet people in the same boat, grab a coffee, and pick up practical financial tips by the River Ouse.
Masterclass: Marketing Co-Working Day
Get your marketing ideas flowing with casual co-working centred on marketing trends and personal brand!
A new era for female entrepreneurship: investment, action & regional growth
Whether you are an experienced investor, curious about angel investing, raising investment for your business or passionate about supporting the regional business community, this event is your opportunity to connect, learn and be inspired.
Family Business & Place: Evidence. Policy. Practice.
Family firms are responsible for jobs, investment and innovation in communities across the UK. They make a significant contribution to exports, productivity and long-term economic growth, often creating value that endures far beyond political cycles. Yet despite their importance, family businesses remain underrepresented in national and regional growth strategies while facing challenges ranging from succession and governance to technology adoption and taxation.
Freelance & Founder Fridays: Winning the Visitor Economy
Join Patch at the free breakfast session, to learn all the tips and tricks to successfully running your business, guided by experts. York’s visitor economy pumps over billions of pounds into the city each year, with the summer months bringing a peak surge of domestic day-tripper footfall alongside high-spending international travellers.
🌍 Yorkshire Day business drop-in (External)
York-based Partners PR is bringing together legal, tax, HR, telecoms, technology and communications experts for a FREE business drop-in the day before Yorkshire Day, on Friday 31 July.