Events
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Supporting colleagues through bereavement and long-term or terminal diagnosis – YORK
Leveson Centre Community Stadium, York, York CentralDelivered in partnership with York Against Cancer and The Bereavement Alliance, this practical session will help you understand grief, loss and emotional responses. You'll gain confidence in having supportive conversations, not only with the individual affected but also with the wider team, including colleagues who may be experiencing an emotional impact or taking on additional responsibilities.
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Freelance and Founder: Navigating the Startup Finance Landscape
Patch York York, York CentralWhether 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.
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Family Business & Place: Evidence. Policy. Practice.
The Guildhall York Guildhall, Coney St, York, York CentralFamily 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.
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The Art of the Possible: An Insight Into Modern Work Experience
Yorkshire Air Museum and Allied Air Forces Memorial Halifax Way, Elvington, York OuterModern work experience is no longer limited to traditional week-long placements. Today's approaches are more flexible, accessible and tailored to meet both employer and young people's needs. Whether through workplace visits, project-based activities, mentoring, virtual experiences or short-term engagement opportunities, employers are discovering practical ways to connect with future talent while making a real difference in their communities.
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100% funded leadership programme: opening conversations about mental health, neurodiversity and inclusion – HARROGATE
WIZU Workspace - Royal House 110 Station Parade, HarrogateDelivered through four interactive workshops, the programme equips leaders and people managers with practical skills to support employee wellbeing, improve communication, understand mental health and neurodiversity, and embed inclusion into everyday practice.
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A new era for female entrepreneurship: investment, action & regional growth
The Hospitium Museum Gardens, York, York CentralWhether 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.
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🚗 Growth Hub Roadshow: Pickering
Dalby Forest Dalby Forest Visitors Centre, Pickering, Thirsk & MaltonThis roadshow focuses on Visitor Economy, featuring NatWest Accelerator delivering guidance on financial foundations alongside a guest delivering an interactive activity. Partnering with NatWest Accelerator, and joined by Business Support Advisors from North Yorkshire Council and City of York Council, the Growth Hub Roadshow is set to showcase what business support really looks like.
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Dealing with Stress, Anxiety and Depression – Webinar
OnlineStress, anxiety and depression can affect anyone, at any stage of their life or career. Delivered by Lizzie Huxford (OT4me) and Elaine Morris (Curious Edge), this practical and engaging session combines clinical expertise and leadership coaching to help you better understand common mental health challenges in the workplace.
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Employee Wellbeing | Whitby
Hetty and Betty 7 Baxtergate, Whitby, Scarborough & WhitbyThis training is designed to help create a more inclusive workplace by increasing awareness, building understanding, and equipping colleagues with the knowledge and skills needed to support a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.
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Could Your Manufacturing Business Survive a Cyber Attack? – Harrogate (Limited places available)
The Pavilions of Harrogate Railway Road, Great Yorkshire Showground, Harrogate, Harrogate & RiponProtect your business, data and reputation. Delivered by Made Smarter and NECRC. A cyberattack costs a UK business an average of £190,000, contributing to an annual economic cost of £14.7 billion. Cyber threats continue to evolve, and human error remains the most common cause of security incidents.
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How to secure grants, investment and support | Great Ideas Webinar
OnlineJoin us for How to secure grants, investment and support, a practical webinar that will help you make sense of the different routes available, from grants and investment through to wider business support, and show you how to approach each with confidence.
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Health and Life Sciences Business Pitching 2026 | Labcorp, Harrogate
Labcorp Otley Road, Harrogate, Harrogate & RiponThe 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.
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Employee Wellbeing | Malton & Norton
Ryedale House Old Malton Road, Malton, Thirsk & MaltonThis training is designed to help create a more inclusive workplace by increasing awareness, building understanding, and equipping colleagues with the knowledge and skills needed to support a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.
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🚗 Growth Hub Roadshow: York | Part of York Business Week
York St John University | DG124 (De Grey Court) Lord Mayor's Walk, York, York CentralThis roadshow focuses on Access to Finance, featuring NatWest Accelerator delivering guidance on Financial Foundations alongside a dedicated Pitch Club session. Partnering with NatWest Accelerator, and joined by Business Support Advisors from North Yorkshire Council and City of York Council, the Growth Hub Roadshow is set to showcase what business support really looks like.
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York Green Business Forum: Lower Costs, Better Business
Patch York York, York CentralThis session will focus on how businesses can improve efficiency across energy, water and waste, helping to reduce running costs while also reducing environmental impact.
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Innovation Supper: October 2026
York St John University Lord Mayor's Walk, York, York CentralSix emerging businesses will pitch their ideas to the audience, who will then vote to choose the winner. The winning business takes home funding to help give their idea the boost it needs. One our most popular events!
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Supporting Men’s Mental Health (Delivered by Menfulness) – Sherburn in Elmet
The Motorist New Lennerton Ln, Sherburn In Elmet, SelbyDrawing on professional expertise and lived experience, the session focuses on understanding common challenges, recognising when support may be needed, and exploring practical ways to improve wellbeing at work and outside of that.
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Women’s Health and Menopause Awareness – Sherburn in Elmet
The Motorist New Lennerton Ln, Sherburn In Elmet, SelbyA session for women, delivered by women. Women often juggle multiple responsibilities both inside and outside of work, which can have a significant impact on wellbeing, confidence and performance. Delivered by Elaine Morris - Leadership Coach, Lizzie Huxford - Specialist Occupational Therapist and Clinical Director of OT4Me, and Tracey Dennison – Director of East Riding Aesthetics and Menopause nurse of the year, this interactive session explores key women's health challenges, including hormonal health, wellbeing, burnout, perimenopause and menopause.
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Investment Readiness: What Funders Really Look For | Get Funded Webinar
OnlineJoin our ‘What Funders Really Look For’ webinar with Susan Snowdon and Jonathan Armitage from NEL Fund Managers to learn what funders really look for and how to prepare stronger applications.
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Turn New Products, Processes & Tech into Tax Savings | Great Ideas Webinar
OnlineJoin us for our R&D and Patent Box webinar on Wednesday 21 October, when Angela Mikola, Associate Partner of Tax at Clive Owen LLP, will explain two useful tools in plain English.
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Manager Skills & Understanding Your Teams – Skipton
Elsworth at the Mill Chapel Hill, Skipton, Skipton & RiponThis funded session will explore key management skills and learning how to build, motivate and lead high-performing teams.
This support is available to businesses within York and North Yorkshire, if your business is based outside our region, visit Business.gov.uk and search your postcode to find your local alternative.
