HUMBER BUSINESS WEEK BIZ WEEK 2015 1ST - 5TH JUNE 2015 Organised by Hull and East Yorkshire C O M M U N I T Y F O U N D AT I O N Communications Partner Brochure Sponsor THE WEEK IN A GLANCE HUMBER BUSINESS WEEK 2015 FRINGE WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3RD ‘Folk & Funk’ Biz Week Aftershow Party The Business Week Breakfast Marketing for Social Good The Beautiful Couch – Live on stage The Northern Powerhouse - Growth opportunities for the Humber region Navigating the Energy Estuary How to start your own business FEO's Fantastic Failures! MONDAY, JUNE 1ST Humber Business Week Launch – Bondholder Breakfast Leadership from the middle – Should have gone to Specsavers The future of the Yorkshire & Humber Economy - EY ITEM Club forecast Don’t miss out on tomorrow’s talent Chamber Expo: Day 2 WOW - How to invest in staff and improve your business performance The Investment Games The Enemy Within – People risks to business Gaining a competitive advantage in the global marketplace Speed Networking at Chamber Expo (3pm session) Universal Studios, Microsoft, Google: Why the ‘biggies’ are looking to Hull for inspiration. Unlock profits in retailing using advanced statistics, 'big data' and brand Speed Networking at Chamber Expo (10:30 session) Inspiring Women Tour of Immingham – The UK’s unsung Megaport IoD Humber Luncheon with Nick Fry Proceed Until Apprehended – Beating the boys in the boardroom – a woman’s guide THURSDAY, JUNE 4TH TUESDAY, JUNE 2ND Cyber Crime and Physical Security - How to protect your business Humber Local Enterprise Partnership Forum - Going for Growth Offshore wind connections 2015 Getting to Yellow! – Selling Overseas PRINT Profile – Discover your best self Going Green – Bringing business into the renewables age Can you hear me at the back? How to make a Step Change in your business’ performance Making the most of business on the coast Goole Pop-up Business Advice Café Leading Change Product or personality? The Art of Being Heard The Experiment Northern Lincolnshire Business Expo WiFi Warbiking: How much data are we giving away? (Scunthorpe) Windows 10: Hands on with HBP Systems Let’s talk Pegasus Chamber Expo: Day 1 Hull Born and Bred Hull and Humber Chamber networking lunch FRIDAY, JUNE 5TH Speed networking at the Chamber Expo Social Media for Business – Making it work for you Arts & Culture in Business First Tuesday networking Dynamic, Energetic Coast: The East Riding, its people and the sea The Business Week Celebration Dinner Yorkshire International Business Convention From nappies to narcissism: Are outstanding leaders born or bred? What the new Government means for business Yoga for all those who are far too busy Moving from operational to strategic management Made in Hull WiFi Warbiking: How much data are we giving away? (East Yorkshire) TechNation: Hull at the heart of the UK Tech Economy Who Do You Know? Humber Business Week Champagne Reception “I run a Micro Business" - What’s your super power? HUMBER BUSINESS WEEK COORDINATORS Welcome to you all for our 11th year of the Humber Business Week – and what an incredible week this is set to be. It amazes me how fresh this year feels, with so many creative, innovative and informative events on the agenda across the region. Kath Lavery Chair of Humber Business Week and Hull and East Yorkshire Community Foundation www.heycf.co.uk Hull and East Yorkshire C O M M U N I T Y F O U N D AT I O N I would like to say a big thank you to all of the event holders who keep coming up with new ideas, great titles and themes, and are prepared to put in the effort to build on the success year on year. This week couldn’t take place without that and a lot of hard work has been going on behind the scenes to make sure the programme is filled with as many different subjects and topics as possible. I am incredibly proud of this year’s line-up and, I’m sure you’ll agree, there is something for everyone. For this fresh programme to happen in the 11th year shows a massive commitment from the business community, as well as individuals, and continued excitement for the week. Lord Haskins Chairman, Humber Local Enterprise Partnership www.humberlep.org The role of the North as a driver for the nation’s economy is acknowledged and, with increasingly devolved budgets, we are being empowered to make more investment decisions locally. Throughout our area, you can feel the energy and positivity that the Humber is the place to invest and the firm belief that we are building a stronger economy, which will be sustainable for future generations. It is the Humber LEP’s vision to support businesses to succeed and grow. Since last year’s Business Week, the LEP has received a £113m Local Growth Fund. Through our ‘Growing the Humber’ programme we have provided grants for capital investment for 200 businesses, whilst our Growth Hub has engaged From the moment we attended our first Steering Group meeting to discuss the 11th Humber Business Week way back last October, it was clear that we had been brought into something special. of inspirational events, speakers and opportunities to showcase the very best the region has to offer in terms of business. With more than 6,000 delegates attending events on both banks of the Humber last year, we want to build on that this year, continuing to inspire, educate and learn together. There are thousands of pounds worth of quality learning and development opportunities for businesses and individuals right on their doorstep, across the Humber region, rather than just show and tell events. This week is key to expanding your network and we look forward to welcoming you. From yoga at your desk to setting up your own business, you can find out exactly how to do it during Humber Business Week. Kath Lavery, Thank you for your continued support. Paul Baxter Arrival Design and PR Communications Partners www.arrivaldesign.co.uk Sitting around the table to firstly discuss the huge success of the 10th anniversary last June, thoughts very quickly moved on to 2015 – and how the brilliance of 2014 could not only be matched, but topped. It’s fair to say there was some concern from members as to how 2014 could be bettered. There had been more than 60 events across the region, attended by more than 6,000 delegates, and the buzz and impact of Business Week could still be felt. Chair of Humber Business Week and Hull and East Yorkshire Community Foundation We are bringing together the public, private and third sector for a series FOREWORD The 2015 Humber Business Week takes place at an unprecedented time for the Humber economy, with the North at the heart of the political agenda. COMMUNICATIONS PARTNER Those concerns about living up to 2014 were clearly unfounded, however, as when you look through the programme of events lined-up for the first week of June this year, it is clear the momentum is greater than ever. This year’s programme covers the widest range of industries yet, on both banks of the Humber – from the increasingly important developing renewables and digital sectors to the long-standing heartbeat of the region through our ports. What has been clear as the programme for this year has come together has been the special feeling around Humber Business Week, and the huge passion for it. Longstanding supporters and dedicated partners are involved again, whilst many are holding or supporting events for the first time. Humber Business Week is stronger than ever. Our work at Arrival is all about putting businesses in the spotlight and helping them communicate what they do, and their successes - a perfect fit with all that Business Week is about. We are delighted be to be playing our part as Communications Partner. We are sure it will be a week to remember. Paul Baxter, Arrival Design and PR Communications Partners THE BUSINESS WEEK CHARITABLE FOUNDATION with more than 2,000 businesses. Our Enterprise Zone, already the largest in the country, has been expanded, and is now home to multinational companies, including Siemens and Able UK. Scunthorpe has benefitted from inward investment from Corrboard to develop their first site in Europe, whilst SGS has expanded its European headquarters in Hull and at the Humber Bridgehead site. Collaboration between businesses, training providers and the LEP is resulting in skills and employability being more aligned to the opportunities offered by the Humber’s new industries. In December the Government announced that the first National College for Wind Energy would be located on the Humber, recognition indeed that the Humber is the UK’s Energy Estuary. Business Week is a firm fixture in the region’s business calendar. It makes a huge contribution to helping businesses succeed and furthering our regional economic prosperity. It’s our opportunity to showcase the Humber. It offers support for local businesses to network, access support and, of course, do business. This year there are more businesses participating than ever and there’s a packed programme of events in more locations on both banks of the estuary. Whether you are a regular Business Week participant or a newcomer, involved in business regardless of size, represent a social enterprise or third sector organisation, you’ll find there is something for everyone. I look forward to you helping us make this year’s event a resounding success. Lord Haskins, Chairman, Humber Local Enterprise Partnership The Business Week Charitable 1130700) and is managed by the to donate directly either through Foundation is an exciting approach Steering Group made up of Business Hull and East Yorkshire Community to supporting local activities and Week Stakeholders. This ensures Foundation or through this website. addressing local need. that resources are directed where Although launched as part of Business Week 2012, the Charitable Foundation is active throughout the year and provides a mechanism to direct resources where they are needed most, as well as building a sustainable source of funding for local community activity in years to HUMBER BUSINESS WEEK come. The Business Week Charitable Foundation operates through Hull and East Yorkshire Community Foundation (registered charity no. they can have the most impact and also that the charitable foundation is wholly accountable to the Business Week community. Business Week If you would like to donate, or if you are interested in contributing in any other way, please contact Nigel Mills using the contact details below: Stakeholders receive regular Hull and East Yorkshire Community updates regarding the charitable Foundation, Suffolk Chambers, Scale foundation, as well as opportunities Lane, Hull, HU1 1LA to see first-hand the impact it is Email: nigelm@heycf.co.uk having in the local community. In order to support the charitable foundation, there are fundraising events and activities throughout Business Week itself (and beyond) as well as opportunities for you Tel: 01482 320021 Fringe ‘FOLK & FUNK’ BIZ WEEK AFTERSHOW PARTY June 5, 6.30pm-8.30pm Kardomah94, 94 Alfred Gelder Street, Hull, HU1 2AN Free For the first time in Biz Week history, we’re inviting you to celebrate the finale of Humber Business Week with a night of ‘Folk and Funk’ at Kardomah94, hosted by Sowdens and Hull Folk Festival. Business talk is not compulsory, but following the success and buzz of Business Week, it may be hard not to! Ever heard what happens when folk meets funk music? Relax, reflect and unwind in great company, with unique music, in a great atmosphere. FREE ENTRY! However, places are limited (200 max) please reserve your place by e-mailing andreat@heycf.co.uk There will be a licensed bar and restaurant to purchase your own food and drink, with many thanks to Kardomah94 for the venue hire. THE BEAUTIFUL COUCH – LIVE ON STAGE June 5, 7:30pm Fruit, Humber Street, Hull, HU1 1TU £8 plus booking fee Emulating two of Hull’s finest, and most popular exports, The Beautiful South and The Housemartins. The Beautiful Couch first formed in 2002, playing all over the country. ‘The Couch’ built up a loyal following and a huge reputation in the tribute band world. Playing venues such as Liverpool’s The Cavern, the Matthew Street Festival and the KC Stadium in Hull, they also supported Deacon Blue and The Commitments at Humberfest! After taking a few years off, the Couch returned for a one off gig at Hull City Hall in May 2012. Such was the demand for the band to return, they decided to grab their instruments and return to the stage. We’ll be closing Bizweek with a great night featuring all the classic hits in a two-hour set! HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS June 6, 9am-5pm Harbour Deck, Princes Quay Shopping Centre, HU1 2PQ Free A fringe event aimed at encouraging people to get involved in business and enterprise. It will provide simple advice delivered in a concise and informative but informal way to help break down the initial barriers and reservations people can have about going it alone. Some fun games provide an alternative and engaging way of demonstrating what needs to be considered when forming your own business, while ENRG experts will be on hand to offer information and know-how, answering questions on more specific business matters. The event is an invaluable source of materials for those who have recently started their own company or are looking in to the possibility of doing so in the near future. The Beautiful Couch are: Ed Faulkner, Jan Brumby, Johny Kramer, Adam Parrish, Tim Nuttall, and Nigel Wheeldon. HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK Places are limited (200 max). Please reserve your place by e-mailing andreat@heycf.co.uk http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-beautiful-couch-live-atfruit-tickets-14871644489?aff=eac2 or www.humberbusinessweek.co.uk Just turn up! For further info please email chris.jacobsen@eskimosoup.co.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Anyone who wants to end Business Week in style, to good Fans of The Beautiful South and The Housemartins and anyone New business owners, first time business owners, people music, and in good company. who supports local live music. Over 18’s thinking of starting a business. 7 Monday, June 1 HUMBER BUSINESS LEADERSHIP FROM THE MIDDLE WEEK 2015 LAUNCH - BONDHOLDER - SHOULD HAVE BREAKFAST GONE TO SPECSAVERS 7.45am-9.30am KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU Free 300 business people from across the Humber came together last year to mark the official launch of Business Week at the Bondholder Breakfast event, providing a great opportunity to network, enjoy breakfast and get into a positive frame of mind for the exciting week ahead – don’t miss it this year! 10am-11.30am 1904 Lounge, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU FREE Hull based chartered surveyor Tim Wigglesworth, Development Manager at estates solutions company Shared Agenda, will talk about how the skills needed for his weekend job as a referee in rugby union’s Aviva Premiership cross over into the world of everyday business leadership. Tim will highlight how transferable the skills needed to control 30 highly tuned athletes bashing into each other for 80 minutes are in relation to the challenges we all face at work. The talk will consider issues such as decision making, how to deal with pressure, and the range of communication needed for different customers, as well as revealing a few amusing insights. THE FUTURE OF THE YORKSHIRE & HUMBER ECONOMY - EY ITEM CLUB FORECAST 10am-12 noon KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU Free IOD HUMBER LUNCHEON WITH NICK FRY 12.30pm—3.30pm Kingston Suite, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU Tickets cost £47 + VAT for IoD membersand £54 + VAT for non-members. Tables of 10 are available at a cost of £450 + VAT. With increased focus on Northern cities to help rebalance the UK economy, this session will examine the key economic predictions from the latest EY ITEM Club report and implications for businesses in the region. Nick Fry, the former CEO of the Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula 1 team, will be the key speaker at the annual Institute of Directors Humber Luncheon at the start of this year’s Humber Business Week. EY’s chief economist, Mark Gregory, will also share the findings from the latest UK Attractiveness Survey, looking specifically at Yorkshire’s performance in securing investment. Now a commercial advisor, Nick looked after the racing sponsorship aspects of the Mercedes AMG Petronas business. It will be interesting to hear how the region is faring and the future outlook for business. He secured the services of Lewis Hamilton, replacing Michael Schumacher to partner Nico Rosburg in the team’s pursuit of the 2013 World Championship. Nick began his career with Ford Motor Company in 1977 as a graduate trainee. During his high performance career, he worked with Ford in the UK, Detroit and Germany, including a period as MD of Aston Martin, before joining Prodrive in 2001; leading their expansion into engineering services, as well as winning World Rally and Sports Car Championships. The audience will have a better understanding of the life of an official at the elite level of sport and, in particular how the role reflects many of the behaviours we all need to display in our own working environments. Working in F1 since 2002, he re-structured the team, grew sponsorship and led the team to its first F1 victory and subsequent World Championships. Nick was appointed a UK Business Ambassador by the UK Government in 2010 and promotes UK business expertise in High Performance Engineering. 8 HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK E-mail louise.drewery@hull.co.uk E-mail jackie.parker@sharedagenda.co.uk E-mail Alicia Gardner at yorkshireevents@uk.ey.com or call (0113) 298 2402 Book on-line at http://www.iod.com/connecting/events/2015/june/ iod-humber-luncheon or contact Pat Coyle at pat.coyle@rollits.com WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? This event is open to all businesses, however Bondholders will Business leaders, senior managers and aspiring managers, or Business leaders, influencers and managers from Business leaders from across the region and any Formula 1 fans. be given preference should the event reach capacity. anyone considering a professional refereeing career. across the region. 9 Monday, June 1 Tuesday, June 2 PROCEED UNTIL APPREHENDED – BEATING THE BOYS IN THE BOARDROOM – A WOMAN’S GUIDE GETTING TO YELLOW! - SELLING OVERSEAS 3.30pm-5.30pm The Circle Restaurant, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU Free Harriet Minter is the founder and editor of the Guardian’s Women in Leadership section. During this event, Harriet will take you through the lessons she’s learned from working with some of the most powerful women in business, including Arianna Huffington of The Huffington Post, Tamara Mellon, co-founder of Jimmy Choo, and Facebook’s Sheryl Sandberg. This will be a fast-paced session which will look, amongst other things, at the reasons women hold back, the effect this has in the workplace and how to change it, resilience and how to develop it, taking risks and why asking for permission is a bad thing. She’ll teach you how to manage stress, seize opportunity and sell your ideas. 7.45am-10am Beverley Racecource, York Road, Beverley, HU17 8QZ Free Why is a cycle race a bit like international trade? This World Trade Centre event makes a fun comparison of the ups and downs of taking part in a major international cycle race with overseas trading. You will probably be surprised by the amount of support available to help you succeed overseas and a broad range of organisations will be on hand to give you information and advice. You will see a simple five-step plan to start on your global route to ‘winning the jersey’, and then we’ll race you through the help that is available to you right here in the Humber. You will probably be surprised by the amount of support available to help you succeed overseas and a broad range of organisations will be on hand to give you information and advice. In partnership with UKTI trade advisers, as well as World Trade Centre official business partners, we’ll encourage you to go for it, help you decide where to race and tell you how to get you to the starting line. Over a thousand businesses in the Humber sell products and services overseas. They sell everything from consultancy to cardboard boxes and software to sausages. PRINT PROFILE – DISCOVER YOUR BEST SELF 8am-10am 1904 Suite, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU Free to attend - by invitation only Did you know that you have a bunch of unconscious motivators that are driving most of your behaviours? They operate when you’re being the best version of yourself - and when you’re not! Join H&H, the UK’s Best Internal Communications Agency, for a challenging, highly interactive session and discover your personal motivators, your best qualities, what drives you - and what you’re like whilst in “shadow” self. New to the UK, PRINT is a self-assessment tool, which identifies your personality traits, along with the reasons behind these traits. It has been used successfully for many years in US corporate giants like IBM, P&G, Motorola and Burger King, to improve performance. This is an exceptional opportunity to be among the first business leaders in the UK to experience PRINT. Expect to leave with a deeper understanding of yourself and your personal impact. Delivered by the H&H coaching team, led by Helen Bissett. Why not join them on this route to success? HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK Book online at www.kcbusiness.co.uk/events or e-mail amy.robson@kcom.com E-mail events@wtchumber.com This event is by invitation only. To register your interest, email talktous@handhcomms.co.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? This event will provide excellent lessons in leadership regardless of gender. If you’re looking to take the next step in your career, or still 10 dreaming of starting that business, this is for you. People wanting to grow their business, ensure they have new customers in the future and keep up with their competition. Senior business leaders, HR, L&D, Employee Engagement Directors and Managers with an interest in improving team dynamics and employee engagement. 11 Tuesday, June 2 GOING GREEN – BRINGING BUSINESS INTO THE RENEWABLES AGE 8.30am-10.30am Raich Carter Suite, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU Free Adopting renewable technologies and methods into your business can have a massive impact on your bottom line – whilst also importantly having a beneficial impact on the environment and your carbon footprint. But where do you start? Our line-up of expert speakers will outline the benefits, and how renewables can be incorporated into any green-thinking business. Speakers include: • Gary Major,Technical Manager, Hargassner, on the benefits of biomass • Brian Pinner, EDP energy, on making the most of solar energy • Chris Barker, Director of Clear Asset Finance, on funding a move into renewable energy • Wes Wright of Siemens CAN YOU HEAR ME AT THE BACK? 9.30am-11am The Albemarle Music Centre, Ferensway, Hull, HU2 8LN Free We all spend our lives communicating, so why is it so many of us are backward in coming forward when it comes to speaking to more than one person? Of course, confidence can be an issue. But if you’re pitching for business, chairing a meeting, or hosting an industry conference, you need to be able to tell a good story. Broadcaster and Journalist Blair Jacobs has been telling stories on radio and television for more than 20 years. He’s now built a successful business specialising in crisis media management and communicating in business. In this bitesize seminar, Blair will start you on the path to perfecting the delivery of your presentation. With hints and tips on how to speak with confidence and clarity, this session will help you gain the confidence and ammunition you need to win business, as well as the attention of your peers. HOW TO MAKE A STEP CHANGE IN YOUR BUSINESS’ PERFORMANCE 10am-12 noon Willerby Manor Hotel, Well Lane, Willerby, HU10 6ER Free (70 places maximum) David Hall, the BBC BAFTA award winning business consultant, will present this workshop designed to highlight the benefits of implementing Step Change in your business. The advantages include: increased sales, cutting costs and increased profits. The workshop will also provide an insight in to how local businesses in the region have gained from participating in the Step Change Programme. Local business people who have benefited from making step changes in the performance of their businesses will share their experiences of the positive impacts of the Step Change Programme: Mark Eggleston of W J Components transformed his business, David Kilburn of MKM Building Supplies helped his branches to grow and Geoff Spencer, CEO of D B Schenker, is revitalising his business. MAKING THE MOST OF BUSINESS ON THE COAST 10am-2pm SHoRes Centre, Seaside Road, Withernsea, HU19 2DL Free In partnership with Sirius Enterprise Agency, an informal business drop in surgery is being hosted at the SHoRes Centre, Withernsea, to provide free business advice on a range of topics including: Business start-up and planning, finance and grants, liaison with banks and other agencies, marketing, training and skills provision. This event will also see the launch of the ‘Coastal Opportunities Gateway’ programme funded by UK Government’s Coastal Communities Fund. This programme will ensure experts will be on hand to provide advice to rural coastal business with vulnerabilities to coastal or climate change on how to develop their environmental resilience, support business diversification and promote job creation. The event will cover: • What are the building blocks in the step change process? • What were the key lessons learned? • How can you make a step change in your business? 12 HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK Contact Kirk Dixon on email at kirkdixon@martindixonltd.co.uk or call 07912 946998 E-mail training@blairjacobs.co.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Anyone looking to bring benefits to their business by using Anyone who represents their company in public, has to pitch renewable technologies and energy, as well as those who want for business, speak to groups of people, or present to larger their business to have a positive impact on the environment. numbers, or even those who hold staff briefings. HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK E-mail david@davidhalluk.com Visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/making-the-most-of-businesson-the-coast-registration-16246979152 or www.humberbusinessweek.co.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Business owners, CEOs, MDs and directors. Business owners or managers who would like to develop or grow their business, especially those in rural coastal areas. Tuesday, June 2 NORTHERN LINCOLNSHIRE BUSINESS EXPO 10am-4pm The Baths Hall, Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe, DN15 7RG Free This is no ordinary Expo, as the wide variety of companies attending will create a hive of ideas and inspiration to help your business grow. Up to 80 local firms will exhibit at this year’s event, ranging from solicitors to IT specialists, and it doesn’t matter if you are just starting up, a fully-fledged business, or a graduate looking for employment - you will find something of interest at the Expo. Guest speakers will also cover very specific business topics every hour, and two speed networking sessions - one for graduates to meet potential employers and one business to business, will provide the opportunity to meet as many business people as possible within the hour. WINDOWS 10: HANDS ON WITH HBP SYSTEMS 10am-11.30am Hallmark Hotel, Ferriby High Road, North Ferriby, HU14 3LG Free With Microsoft Windows 10 due for release later in the year, this seminar will give you the chance to take an early look at the new operating system with local Microsoft Gold Partners, HBP Systems. The session will start with an overview of the new operating systems, some of the new features and benefits and some advice on when the best time is to implement a new operating systems into a business. Finally, in a workshop format, delegates will get the chance to try Windows 10 for themselves in a hands on session. CHAMBER EXPO: DAY 1 12 noon-5pm Airco Arena, Walton Street, Hull, HU3 6GA Free This is the biggest annual business event in the Humber region and a focus for businesses of all types. Organised by the Hull & Humber Chamber, the event represents huge networking opportunities. The Expo is all about building up your contacts and gaining business, plus raising your company’s profile. The Airco Arena is adjacent to the KC Stadium, where the facilities are excellent with ample free parking. Five reasons to visit: There are 100 stands, which are staffed by more than 500 business people over the two days and, in total, in excess of 1,000 high-ranking business people attend. • Incredible variety of businesses All types and sizes of business will be in attendance. • A fantastic event to source suppliers 3m x 2m and 4m x 2m exhibition stands are available for hire for the two-day Expo. They are fully-working, ready-to-use stands, with free Wi-Fi access. • A vast array of advice, support and solutions for business • Amazing networking opportunity Sponsorship opportunities are also available, offering considerable positive PR and numerous marketing benefits. • Free seminars with Keynote Speakers providing you valuable information HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK To find out more, or to book a stand, please contact the Business Team on 01724 297330 or e-mail businessinfo@northlincs.gov.uk Email events@hbpsystems.co.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? All business people and job-seeking graduates. Business owners and IT managers. HULL BORN AND BRED 12.30pm-2.30pm Charlotte’s Restaurant, Hull College, Queens Gardens, Hull, HU1 3DG Free – lunch before the event With one of the fastest growing digital sectors outside of London and pioneering growth in green energy industries, there has never been a better time for businesses to invest in Hull and the Humber. While the region has a bright future ahead, it can also boast a huge range of highly successful businesses that have made Hull their home. This event, hosted by Hull College Group and Rollits, will enable attendees to gain an insight from globally successful local businesses that can trace their roots in Hull. The development of relevant technical and employability skills in Hull’s young people and future workforce is central to meeting the region’s full economic growth potential. You will also hear about opportunities for early identification of young talent for your own future workforce and the importance of English and maths for young people to compete in today’s labour market. ‘Run With It’, a local organisation, will also showcase how using the stimulating environment of the KC Stadium can improve children’s attitudes and motivation towards literacy and numeracy. HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK If you require a stand or further information, call Bruce Massie on (01482) 324976 or e-mail b.massie@hull-humber-chamber.co.uk Call 01482 598817 or e-mail shannon.colton@hull-college.ac.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? All business people! A great chance to sell your business, Business leaders and local businesses of all sizes. network, or find new suppliers and clients. 15 Tuesday, June 2 HULL AND HUMBER CHAMBER NETWORKING LUNCH SPEED NETWORKING AT THE CHAMBER EXPO 12.45pm-2.15pm Circle Suite, KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU £23 plus VAT 3pm- 4:15pm Airco Arena, Walton Street, Hull, HU3 6GA Free SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BUSINESS– MAKING IT WORK FOR YOU 3pm-6pm Kingsway Consulting, Global House, Ridgeway, Scunthorpe, DN17 1AJ Free FIRST TUESDAY NETWORKING 5.30pm-7.30pm The Business Hive, 13 Dudley Street, Grimsby, DN31 2AW Free Join us for this networking event, which represents an additional opportunity to meet business people, gain contacts and business and promote your company over an excellent lunch. Three Speed Networking sessions will take place as part of Chamber Expo 2015 in the Arena during the Expo, further enhancing the opportunities to gain many contacts and business. Kingsway Consulting is pleased to introduce Karen Locking from Evolve Business Developments. Once again, especially for Business Week, the Business Hive opens its doors for our First Tuesday Networking! Want to know how to use social media in your business? More than 100 delegates from all types of business will be present. You are guaranteed to meet 20 different business people at each session in this fun way to network and ‘spread the word’ about your products and services. Want to understand the benefits it can bring? We invite you to join us and our members for the most informal networking you’re likely to attend. Need to identify which platforms to use? No speeches, no forced 2 minute talks, no speed networking, and no charge! Need to look at a policy for the business? Just good food and refreshments and an hour or so with people you would like to do business with. The first session will take place on Tuesday at 10.30am, as well as two on Wednesday at 10.30am and 3pm. Karen is an expert in this area and provides support to businesses to ensure that social media adds value rather than wasting time. • Name tags are provided so you know who you are talking to or identify the person you want to talk to. • No fixed agenda, so you can come and go and stay for as long as you please. • ‘Drinks and Nibbles’ from some of our best local caterers. On top of all this, if you give us the name of a business that you would specifically like to meet up with at the next meeting, we will do all we can to make it happen and facilitate that introduction. People do business with people and the ‘First Tuesday’ network is simply the place where those people can meet. HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK Please call Janice Harrison on (01482) 324976 or e-mail j.harrison@hull-humber-chamber.co.uk Contact Janice Harrison on (01482) 324976 or email j.harrison@hull-humber-chamber.co.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? All business people who enjoy networking...and lunch. All business people keen to expand their networks and meet new contacts. 16 HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK Call Kingsway Consulting on 01724 294040 or email employertraining@northlindsey.ac.uk E-mail info@businesshive.net WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Business owners, HR managers, marketing managers. Anyone who would like to connect with other businesses to grow their local network and help boost our local economy. 17 Tuesday, June 2 Wednesday, June 3 THE BUSINESS WEEK CELEBRATION DINNER THE BUSINESS WEEK BREAKFAST Reception 7pm, Dinner 7.30pm, Staff House, University of Hull, HU6 7RX Free to invited guests This invitation-only event is the occasion to dress up in your finery to celebrate the achievements of Business Week, mingle with senior colleagues from across the business spectrum in the Humber region and hear from a high-profile speaker, all within a fine dining experience at the University of Hull, one of Business Week’s most loyal and committed supporters. 7.30am-10.30am Tennyson Suite, Forest Pines Hotel, Ermine Street, Broughton, Brigg, DN20 0AQ Free THE NORTHERN POWERHOUSE GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE HUMBER REGION 8am-10am Andrew Jackson Solicitors, Marina Court, Castle Street, Hull, HU1 1TJ Free. But places are limited so book your place early The Business Week Breakfast is delighted to welcome someone who has experienced a rise, fall and rise again in one of the most spectacular fashions of recent times…Gerald Ratner. A lot has been written about the role of the major cities like Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and Sheffield in the Northern Powerhouse. But how will Hull and the wider Humber region benefit? His story of Riches-to-Rags disaster at his very own hands fascinates and intrigues. It will be an inspiration to many who have experienced rejection, loss and humiliation. Gerald has come full-circle and is enjoying success second time around. Andrew Jackson will put together a panel, drawn from leading local businesses and organisations, that can offer expert opinions and up to date views on the wide range of business growth opportunities that should develop in the next few years. His story will provide a glimpse into the utmost highs and lows, building a successful business only to have it collapse around you, and the determination needed to pull yourself back up by your boot straps. The panel will focus on those sectors likely to experience significant growth, partly as a result of the proposed changes and improvements to local infrastructure, and partly because of the existing concentration of certain business clusters that should be able to grow rapidly with the appropriate stimulus and encouragement. Gerald will be joined by Claire Harper, a leading business figure who has unparalleled experience in marketing, branding and enterprise, with the success of some of the UK’s leading brands to her name, including Argos, Sainsbury’s, Mamas & Papas and Ocado. Paul Green, a local entrepreneur, completes the line-up to tell us The panel will also consider the various barriers to growth and how these can be overcome going forward. There will be ample opportunities for Q&As. about his journey of how he had an idea for a hotel that caters to the offshore industry, through to seeing this idea become a reality with Nightel. HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK Admission to this event is only available via invitation from corporate partners. Early booking is advised as spaces are limited. To book, e-mail info@businesshive.net or call 01472 242667. E-mail businessweek@andrewjackson.co.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Invited guests only. 18 This event will appeal to anyone in business or any aspiring entrepreneurs. Business owners and managers, professionals interested in international trade and the growth and development of the region. 19 Wednesday, June 3 FEO’S FANTASTIC FAILURES! 8.30am-10am Kardomah94, Alfred Gelder Street, Hull, HU1 2AN Free CHAMBER EXPO: DAY 2 9am-5pm Airco Arena, Walton Street, Hull, HU3 6GA Stand prices vary for exhibitors - free for general visitors 9am-4pm University of Hull, Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX Free to apply. Applicants who make the shortlist will be invited to present their ideas. Join For Entrepreneurs Only (FEO) as we bring the F-word to Humber Business Week! This is the biggest annual business event in the Humber region and a focus for businesses of all types. Do you have a great Business idea that needs investment? Let’s face it - the best people and businesses in the world fail at times, which is what spurs them on to become great at what they do. Failing is the first step to succeeding because without failure we will never progress, learn and develop our skills. Organised by the Hull & Humber Chamber, the event represents huge networking opportunities. Are you prepared to swap some equity for investment? So join us for this very special event where successful local entrepreneurs will share real life stories of failures, flops and fiascos - but more importantly, how they used these experiences to positively move forward. The Airco Arena is adjacent to the KC Stadium, where the facilities are excellent with ample free parking. If the answer to these questions is yes, then you may be a high calibre competitor to participate in The Investment Games to be run during Humber Business Week 2015. There are 100 stands, which are staffed by more than 500 business people over the two days and, in total, in excess of 1,000 high-ranking business people attend. All application forms and business plans must be sent by e-mail to investmentgames@pepperells.com and received by 29 May 2015, after which time no entries will be accepted. All types and sizes of business will be in attendance. No responsibility is accepted for entries which are lost, corrupted or incomplete. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to really learn from the failures of those that have been there and are still doing it....only bigger and better! The Expo is all about building up your contacts and gaining business, plus raising your company’s profile. 3m x 2m and 4m x 2m exhibition stands are available for hire for the two-day Expo. They are fully-working, ready-to-use stands, with free Wi-Fi access. Sponsorship opportunities are also available, offering considerable positive PR and numerous marketing benefits. Do you have the drive and enthusiasm to make it work? Could you use between £1,000 and £50,000, plus support packages, to kick-start your business? There will be a pre-selection process to shortlist applicants. The shortlisted entrepreneurs will present their ideas directly to the panel of investors on June 3, 2015, in a closed session. HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK www.feosfantasticfailures.eventbrite.co.uk If you require a stand or further information, call Bruce Massie on (01482) 324976 or e-mail b.massie@hull-humber-chamber.co.uk Complete application form via Pepperells.com/investment-games and return before May 29, 2015. WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Anyone who is interested in entrepreneurship and wants to 20 THE INVESTMENT GAMES learn first-hand from people who aren’t afraid of failure. All business people. A great chance to sell your business, network, or find new suppliers and clients. Potential entrepreneurs with drive, ambition and a great business idea, who are looking for investment and support. GAINING A COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE IN THE GLOBAL MARKETPLACE 10am-11.30am Baker Tilly, Two Humber Quays, Wellington Street West, Hull, HU1 2BN Free Navigating the maze of international business and trade is a challenging and exciting undertaking. However, it can be a cumbersome and costly process if undertaken without the necessary professional advice. This interactive advisory session is designed to provide information and real life examples to assist organisations in their international operations while learning about the common pitfalls to be avoided. It also includes an evaluation of business strategies which can help enhance a company’s competitive advantage in the global marketplace. Speakers include: • J on Gillgrass – International Director, Santander Corporate & Commercial Banking • Andy Capes & Paul Langhorn - Baker Tilly International Team • UK Trade & Investment • Simon Wardle - Managing Director of Fresh Design International HOW TO BOOK E-mail harriet.clayton@bakertilly.co.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Senior financial decision makers of businesses with an interest in international operations. 21 Wednesday, June 3 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS, MICROSOFT, SPEED NETWORKING AT GOOGLE: WHY THE ‘BIGGIES’ ARE CHAMBER EXPO LOOKING TO HULL FOR INSPIRATION 10am-12noon World Trade Centre Hull and Humber, 48 Queen Street, Hull, HU1 1UU Free Garthwest Creative has a client portfolio that includes Universal Studios, Microsoft, Google and Sony Music. From in-store marketing for some of the biggest titles in the film industry to ViSR VR headsets for Google, we design, manufacture and deliver great solutions for some of the biggest companies in the world. Furthermore we are on your doorstep. 10.30am and 3pm Airco Arena, Walton Street, Hull, HU3 6GA Free The final two of three Speed Networking sessions will take place as part of Chamber Expo 2015 in the Arena during the Expo, further enhancing the opportunities to gain many contacts and business. You are guaranteed to meet 20 different business people at each session in this fun way to network and ‘spread the word’ about your products and services. Find out how creative design, innovation and promotional print can help you market you brand, product and service. Speaker: Lindsay West, Joint MD, Garthwest Ltd. TOUR OF IMMINGHAM – THE UK’S UNSUNG MEGAPORT 10:30 - 13:30 Port of Immingham, DN40 2LZ (Pick-ups at The Arena (Hull) and Forest Pines (Scunthorpe) Free If you have never enjoyed a tour of the Port of Immingham, don’t miss this opportunity to view first-hand the wonderful workings of the UK’s busiest port as Associated British Ports invite you to join them on a tour of the facility, with commentary from ABP experts. The Port of Immingham is the UK’s largest by tonnage, handling over 55 million tonnes of cargo each year. It currently oversees the transit of almost 20 million tonnes of coal each year, which accounts for one third of the nation’s requirement, while 30% of the UK’s fuel is supplied by refineries situated adjacent to the port. It is also the site of the world’s largest dedicated biomass terminal, built at a cost of £130 million, which alongside its sister facility at the Port of Hull, will supply six million tonnes of wood pellets to Drax Power Ltd to support their conversion to low-carbon power generation. Pickups will be 10.30am at The Airco Arena (Hull) and Forest Pines Hotel (Scunthorpe). The coaches will then drop off at around 12.45pm at Forest Pines and 1.30 at the Arena. 11am-12.15pm Kardomah94, Alfred Gelder Street, Hull, HU1 2AN Free “By the way, if anyone here is in marketing or advertising...kill yourself. “You have no rationalisation for what you do, you are Satan’s little helpers. Now, back to the show.” - Bill Hicks, Revelations, 1993 This event will challenge this attitude by trying to convince our audience that marketing can be used to achieve a great deal of social good. We aim to show how marketing can inspire people to want to improve things that really matter, change behaviour in order to save lives, tackle negative attitudes, and empower a community to solve its problems. Speakers: Gail Mettyear, High Sherriff of the East Riding of Yorkshire 2014/15 • H ow marketing is fighting fire with fire to prevent the sexual exploitation of young people. Tessa Wray, Corporate Partnerships Manager, the Smile Foundation • How being good is good for business. Plus panel Q&A hosted by John Gilbert, Managing Director of eskimosoup. HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK Email: Jamie@garthwest.com Contact Janice Harrison on (01482) 324976 or email j.harrison@hull-humber-chamber.co.uk Spaces are limited – please email Rachel Addison at raddion@abports.co.uk to secure your place E-mail: chris.jacobsen@eskimosoup.co.uk or call (01482) 601886 WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Marketeers, people involved in product development 22 MARKETING FOR SOCIAL GOOD All business people keen to expand their networks and meet new contacts. All business people Leaders and communications professionals in the private, public and voluntary sectors. 23 Wednesday, June 3 NAVIGATING THE ENERGY ESTUARY DON’T MISS OUT ON TOMORROW’S TALENT 11am-1pm The Holiday Inn, Hull Marina, Castle Street, Hull, HU1 2BX Free 11am-12.30pm Forest Pines Hotel, Ermine Street, Broughton, Brigg, DN20 0AQ Free 12 noon-2pm University of Hull, Brynmor Jones Library, Exhibition Hall & Art Gallery, Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX Free. Ample free parking also available. EY and Rollits will navigate some of the main tax and legal challenges faced by renewables businesses which are considering future expansion. Are you investing in young people? Do you want to learn how to tap into tomorrow’s talent? We welcome you to celebrate one of the UK’s most successful ‘Skills Support for the Workforce’ programmes. Through the use of case studies, we will specifically examine R&D and capital allowance claims, as well as legal considerations from a planning and construction perspective. Why not come and ask them! Inspirational speakers will share how they’ve led the way and been part of one of the highest performing programmes delivering training to almost 5,000 people working for 600 SMEs. The interactive lunch will include a question and answer session. This workshop will provide a unique opportunity for employers to talk directly to young people. The workshop will facilitate interaction between employers and young people with an aim to discover solutions on how businesses can access young people’s talents. Talent Match Humber is a project designed by young people for young people and specialises in co-design. The Young People’s Partnership (YPP) is the main driving force behind the project. The YPP work with its peers to identify specific barriers to employment and work to reach solutions. Talent Match and the YPP have identified employers are often unaware of the barriers young people face when looking for employment and are therefore unable to see the potential of some young people, resulting in employers missing out on locally skilled, enthusiastic and motivated young people. The YPP is here to help you change that. 24 WOW - HOW TO INVEST IN STAFF AND IMPROVE YOUR BUSINESS PERFORMANCE Hear how local businesses have benefitted, upskilled their staff and are future proofing their interests ahead of UK City of Culture 2017 and emerging jobs in the renewables industry. Speakers include; • Anne Tyrrell, Principal at North Lindsey College and Chair of the SSW Board • Gary Warke MBE, HCUK Chief Executive • Colin Brown, Chief Executive of The Deep WOW, what a venue The University has just completed a spectacular £28million redevelopment of the Brynmor Jones Library. For the first time, the Library will open its Exhibition Hall and Art Gallery to Business Week. THE ENEMY WITHIN – PEOPLE RISKS TO BUSINESS 3pm-5pm Hull University Business School, Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX Free This event will provide practical tips to improve business resilience. Whether you are concerned about theft, fraud, intellectual property, personal information loss, insiders or simply hiring illegal workers, it pays to put in place simple measures to manage and prevent some of these people risks. An overview of organised crime: What types of businesses they target and why, the scale of the problem and practical tips on what businesses can do to be more resilient. Speaker: Gordon Meldrum (Ex-Director of the UK National Crime Agency). The changing security landscape: Reviewing information security in the context of new challenges in big data and insider threats. Speaker: Dr Dionysios Demetis (HUBS) Employees are our greatest asset AND weakest link: What are the insider risks to your business and what practical methods can we use to mitigate and manage them? Speaker: Norman Mortell (Agenda Security Services). Besides three expert speakers, there is also a web-based interactive survey session so, remember to bring your smartphone or tablet! HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK E-mail Renata Larkin on rlarkin@uk.ey.com E-mail chantelle.snee@hlc-vol.org Booking essential via e-mail: bookmeon@wowlep.co.uk To book, e-mail R.Escritt@hull.ac.uk or call (01482) 347524. Places are limited to 50. WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Anyone involved in, or considering, a renewables or business All business owners, managers or anyone responsible for recruitment Any SME or sole trader who wants to learn from the partners in Owners, directors and managers, individuals with a expansion project to gain an insight into some of the tax and training. The event also welcomes anyone with a particular this leading programme about up-skilling their workforce and responsibility for recruitment, business security, legal benefits and legal implications of doing so. interest in using co-design to get the most from their employees. increasing productivity. compliance, or information management. 25 Wednesday, June 3 Thursday, June 4 UNLOCK PROFITS IN RETAILING USING ADVANCED STATISTICS, ‘BIG DATA’ AND BRAND CYBER CRIME AND PHYSICAL SECURITY - HOW TO PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS 4pm-6pm C4DI, Wykeland House, 47 Queen Street, HU1 1UU Free 6pm-9pm Mercure Hull Royal Hotel, Ferensway, Hull, HU1 3UF This free event includes complimentary three-course dinner. Business Attire Hedley Aylott, the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Summit, will demonstrate how cutting edge predictive analytics is being used to optimise online marketing campaigns by predicting customer behaviour, with incredible results. HullBID is delighted to present three very individual female speakers at an informal dinner that will entertain and inspire. Cyber Crime is a bigger risk now than ever before due to the sheer number of connected people and the many devices used. Rosie Millard, Chairman of Hull, UK City of Culture 2017: Rosie will give an extraordinary account of her career, her excitement and challenges as Hull approaches its year in the spotlight. Also hear her thoughts on why there are more men called John running FTSE 100 companies than all the female bosses put together! It has now surpassed illegal drug trafficking as a criminal money-maker and somebody’s identity is stolen every three seconds as a result. Kath Lavery: Kath’s career spans 35 years working across numerous sectors including the NHS and within Hull’s business community. As Chairman of the Humber Biz Week Steering Group, Kath will provide an anecdotal insight into some of the female leaders who have inspired her throughout her career. In an event staged by Hull Business Women’s Breakfast Club and The Deep Business Centre, Paul Robinson, Deputy Police Crime Commissioner, and PCSO Chris Wright, of Humberside Police, will join us to highlight current threats to business and individuals. David Keel, Global Innovations Director of Trident, will talk about how his business has pivoted from working in one of the world’s most traditional industries to becoming one of the most advanced digital businesses in the area, simply by leveraging the data that existed within the organisation. Stuart Carlisle, MD of Ebuyer, will give a valuable insight into a national strategy and the importance of your brand. PLUS An onsite look at @The Dock, the newhome of the C4DI. See and hear how the Fruit Market is being transformed. FINALLY After party and drinks at Thieving Harry’s, Humber Street. Music provided by LabelWORX, Europe’s leading digital label services providers. 26 INSPIRING WOMEN Victoria Jackson MBE, Chairman of Kingston Recruitment: Victoria will share experiences of running a long-established recruitment business, being an active board member for Dove House Hospice and a mentor for For Entrepreneurs Only (FEO). 7.45am-9.15am The Deep, Tower Street, Hull HU1 4DP Free Examples of cyber crime - when the illegal activities are committed through the use of a computer and the internet - include hate crimes, telemarketing and internet fraud, identity theft and credit card account thefts. HUMBER LOCAL ENTERPRISE PARTNERSHIP FORUM - GOING FOR GROWTH 8am-10.45am The KC Stadium, Hull, HU3 6HU Free Internationally renowned speakers, the Institute of Director’s Chief Economist and Director of Policy James Sproule, and Professor Chris Bovis from the University of Hull, discuss business growth and the opportunities for the Humber’s economy at the Humber LEP Forum, one of the leading business networking events in the region. Joining them will be LEP Chair Lord Haskins and LEP Business Development Board Chair Paul Sewell, of the Sewell Group, who will be launching the LEP’s Annual Review 2014-2015. They will illustrate how the force can offer free support to businesses against fraud and cyber crime to reduce risk and prevent future theft to all organisations. Breakfast included. HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK Please visit bit.ly/c4dibizweek2015 or email jm@c4di.net Francesca@hullbid.co.uk or call (01482) 611850. E-mail victoria.jackson@kingstonrecruitment.co.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Business owners, senior management, managing directors, Priority will be given to businesses who operate within the Hull A must for any business to attend. Businesses with operations in the Humber area. marketing directors and teams, across all industry sectors. IT Business Improvement District*. A limited number of additional tickets directors, people responsible for technology and innovation. may be available. *Maximum of two tickets per business. Full details on request. HOW TO BOOK Reserve your place at http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/humber-lep-forumduring-humber-business-week-2015-tickets-16248545838?aff=es2 or www.humberbusinessweek.co.uk 27 Thursday, June 4 OFFSHORE WIND CONNECTIONS 2015 8am-3pm Bridlington Spa, South Marine Drive, Bridlington YO15 3JH £45.00 + vat for THMA members £75.00 + vat for non members Offshore Wind Connections (OWC) 2015 will be the third Team Humber Marine Alliance (THMA) annual offshore conference and has become the “must attend” event for all those interested in the growing offshore wind sector in the North Sea and beyond. Our chosen venue this year is The Spa at Bridlington, which faces the North Sea and has views out to the Westermost Rough Wind Farm. The Spa is ideally located to showcase our region and highlight recent developments in the industry. The Yorkshire & Humber region is set to become the epicentre of the industry with billions of pounds to be invested in onshore and offshore infrastructure. The region provides the best location to access to all three of the UK’s largest wind farms and 80% of all North Sea offshore wind farms and 60% of the entire European market (2020) are within 12 hours steaming. Speakers include Siemens, Dong Energy, Able, Forewind, A2SEA, NWA and Green Port Growth. GOOLE POP-UP BUSINESS ADVICE CAFÉ 9am-1pm The Courtyard, Boothferry Road, Goole, DN14 6AE Free The York, North Yorkshire, East Riding Local Enterprise Partnership is working with their friends in the local business community, and will bring a bit of that ‘for one time only’ magic to a free business advice café. There will be local expertise waiting to give practical answers to your questions on a range of business topics. Totally informal, turn up when you like, leave when you like, come back again when you feel like it. It’s a cafe, not a conference. Oh, and did we mention that the advice is free? So, come along and chat with an expert at our informal drop in sessions throughout the morning, for genuinely free business advice. LEADING CHANGE 9am—12 noon Kingsway Consulting, Global House, Ridgeway, Scunthorpe, DN17 1AJ Free Consider your role as a Change Agent 10am-12 noon Bishop Burton College, York Road, Bishop Burton, Beverley HU17 8QG Free Review tools you can use to achieve change What makes a business successful? Find out what worked and why for these businesses. Recognise how to: Overcome resistance to change, embed and sustain a change initiative. Alex Albone Managing Director of Pipers Crisps - Finding and exploiting your unique selling point Colin Guthrie has acted as a Strategic and Change Management Consultant across UK businesses, including OSI Food Solutions, Bibby Distribution Logistics and Harsco Metals. The Pipers crisp story began in 2004 when three farmers decided to produce great tasting, quality crisps from local potatoes. Today they deliver throughout the UK as well as exporting to Europe and the USA. Colin works extensively throughout Europe and recently returned from South Carolina, where he developed the Precision Valve Global Strategic Management Integration Plan. Mark Farnsworth owner, William’s Farm Kitchen - Having a business idea, taking a calculated risk and making it a reality Ask questions of people who know about: Accounting, business planning, customer service training, digital skills, finance, funding, getting paid, growing your business, marketing, regulations, SEO, social media, training staff, websites ...and being in business. Mark has as a lot of experience in the food and drinks industry and decided to leave his role at Nestle to start his own business. He opened his first Farm Shop in 2011, and has opened a further two this year. Andy Black, Director of Services to Business, Bishop Burton College, and Edward Sweeting, Rural Enterprise Adviser, East Riding of Yorkshire Council - Access to FREE training for businesses A business isn’t just about the products or service, it is about employing, developing and keeping the right people. Find out how you could access funding to help grow your business through staff training. www.offshorewindconnections.co.uk 28 PRODUCT OR PERSONALITY? HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/offshore-wind-connections-2015tickets-15998355512 or www.humberbusinessweek.co.uk Book via http://www.businessinspiredgrowth.com/popup However, you can turn up at any time on the day. Book online on the Business Week website or contact Kingsway Consulting on 01724 294040 or employertraining@northlindsey.ac.uk E-mail servicestobusiness@bishopburton.ac.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Any business organisation operating in or working with the Who should be there? Ideal for small business owners/ Appropriate to organisational leaders involved in a change Businesses of all sizes. offshore wind supply chain. managers who are wishing to develop or grow their business process. 29 Thursday, June 4 THE ART OF BEING HEARD 10am-4pm Hull Truck Theatre, Ferensway, Hull, HU2 8LB Cost £300 if booked before May 1, 2015 (Special discount for Humber Business Week) £375 thereafter A professional development day designed to take your communication skills to a new level. • Improves personal impact in preparation for key business meetings and presentations to influencers or clients • Builds confidence and cultivates authentic presence THE EXPERIMENT 10am-1pm HE Centre, Hull College, Queens Gardens Campus, Wilberforce Drive, Hull, HU1 3DG Free WIFI WARBIKING: HOW MUCH DATA ARE WE GIVING AWAY? 10am-11.30am HBP Systems, Woodhouse Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 1BD Free Spend a morning in the fast paced world of creative marketing with the Federation of Small Businesses and Hull College’s Business & Management Degree students. In 2014, HBP Systems Ltd cycled across Scunthorpe in order to find out just how secure business networks are by collecting information available through WiFi signals. Can a marketing idea be turned into a prototype campaign in 3 hours? Find out about our journey and find out about the IT security issues facing businesses today and what is needed to ensure they are protected. • O ffers straightforward, memorable techniques to help quell nerves and address physical tension Spend the morning with marketing experts from the Federation of Small Businesses, degree students and media students working on a live marketing brief. • O ffers individual attention to each participant, addressing specific needs and issues- there is no ‘one-size fits all’ model. Then join us for a networking lunch where we share the results of our mornings work, and revel in the glory of our success..........in The Experiment. LET’S TALK PEGASUS 10am-12.30pm Cave Castle Hotel and Country Club, South Cave, HU15 2EU Free It’s time to share some information with all Pegasus customers about the strategy going forward. If you are a Pegasus customer using either Pegasus Opera II or Opera 3 we encourage you to attend one of our key events in June. If you are looking to review your business management software, feel free to join us to see what Pegasus Opera is all about. We will also have overview presentations from Draycir for their solution Spindle and TaskCentre showcasing Orbis. Previous clients include: Goldman Sachs and Goldman Sachs Global Leadership, BUPA, Capgemini, Pershing Ltd, Tata Consulting, Avanade UK, Oxera, Atos/Origin and the Office for Public Management. “Extremely informative insight into how small changes can affect the way you present yourself. ” Managing Director, 2012 “Often, you get just one chance to make an impression. This has helped to secure that moment” Executive Director, 2010 www.chrisgrady.org/about/art-of-being-heard HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK Places are limited. E-mail victoria.winterton@hulltruck.co.uk E-mail ben@nextworking.co.uk E-mail events@hbpsystems.co.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Aspiring senior managers, current senior managers, managers Anyone with an interest in marketing Business owners and IT managers. Managing directors, financial directors, IT managers. Visit www.pegasusoperaevents.co.uk wanting to enhance their confidence in verbal communication. 30 31 Thursday, June 4 FROM NAPPIES TO NARCISSISM... ARE OUTSTANDING LEADERS BORN OR BRED? 10.30am-12 noon Rollits, Wilberforce Court, High Street, Hull, HU1 1YJ Free 10.30am – 12.30pm. The Nidd Seminar Room, The University of Hull, Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX Free Outstanding leaders understand how to bring out the best in the people they manage. The General Election of 2015 is likely to be one of the most closely fought elections of modern times with the outcome being very uncertain. They know their behaviour creates the behaviour in others and they commit to becoming a better leader. Passionate about making a difference to the people they manage, they want to see others succeed both personally and professionally. Different businesses will be impacted by the outcome of the election in different ways, which may hinge on which party or combination of parties forms the next government and the individual policies they bring forward. In this practical and informative session Rachael Alexander, a Behavioural Change Psychologist will demonstrate how and why outstanding leaders need to have heightened levels of self- awareness and more importantly how to nurture these qualities in their team. A culture of self- awareness creates an environment of positivity, trust and intimacy resulting in targets being achieved and high energy workplace. Being able to performance manage ‘attitudes and temperament’’ is also key to the process. Donna Ingleby, Head of Employment law from Rollits will show how this can be done minimising risk to the business. An informal question and answer session will be held at the end. 32 WHAT THE NEW GOVERNMENT MEANS FOR BUSINESS YOGA FOR ALL THOSE WHO ARE FAR TOO BUSY 12 noon-1pm Rollits, Wilberforce Court, High Street, Hull, HU1 1YJ An hour of your attention! It’s easy to put it off isn’t it, but I would like to show you just how easy it is to add a few yoga postures into your day, without even breaking into a sweat about it. MOVING FROM OPERATIONAL TO STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT 1.30pm-4.30pm Kingsway Consulting, Global House, Ridgeway, Off Kingsway, Scunthorpe, DN17 1A Free How do you identify the different skill base required of an operational manager and a strategic leader? No need to move the desk or the chairs or even the packs of photocopy paper, we can use it all. Clarify these roles and produce your own gap analysis; then create a personal strategic leadership development plan to action plan your own development. Matthew Fell will be presenting the CBI’s views on what the new government means for businesses both big and small with a particular focus on the Humber. Yoga is simply an enjoyable approach towards better physical & mental health and general wellbeing. So invest your time and attention in this one hour Sucram Yoga session and you will reap the benefits for a lifetime. Colin Guthrie has acted as a Strategic and Change Management Consultant across UK businesses including OSI Food Solutions, Bibby Distribution Logistics, Harsco Metals. Matthew is a member of the CBI’s Management Board. He joined the CBI in 1999, and is responsible for leading the CBI’s work on public, private and financial markets to ensure they are vibrant and deliver great outcomes for customers. Meet your host - Louise. Colin works extensively throughout Europe and recently returned from South Carolina where he developed the Precision Valve Global Strategic Management Integration Plan. Matthew’s team campaign to ensure that the “economic plumbing” is in place so that markets work effectively. Please join us for refreshments at 10.30am for an 11.00am start Louise is a fully qualified Yoga instructor with a big personality. She brings warmth and fun to her teaching, together with a great awareness and understanding of the postures. Louise is also qualified in a number of therapies including sports massage, Kahuna Cultural Bodywork and reflexology. HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK E-mail rach@rachael-alexander.com E-mail angie.gault@cbi.org.uk E-mail louisehebblewhite@hotmail.co.uk Book online on the Business Week website or contact Kingsway Consulting on 01724 294040 or employertraining@northlindsey.ac.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Anyone responsible for managing people to achieve targets and those who Business leaders (of all sizes), local government, education Anyone wanting to improve their quality of life. Middle and senior managers. have financial responsibility for the business.However, anyone who prefers representatives. the command and control model would not find the session of value. 33 Thursday, June 4 MADE IN HULL 2pm-4pm Hull Kingston Rovers, KC Lightstream Stadium, Preston Road, Hull, HU9 5HE Free Organised by Streets Chartered Accountants and supported by Hull based marketing agency Bluestorm, Made in Hull once again seeks to celebrate the city’s excellence in manufacturing and its well-earned reputation for innovation within the sector. Awards Categories are as follows: WIFI WARBIKING: HOW MUCH DATA ARE WE GIVING AWAY? 2pm-3.30pm Hallmark Hotel, Ferriby High Road, North Ferriby, HU14 3LG Free In 2015, HBP Systems Ltd cycled across Hull in order to find out just how secure business networks are by collecting information available through WiFi signals. Find out about our journey and find out about the IT security issues facing businesses today, and what is needed to ensure they are protected. • Made in Hull Sold Locally 3pm-5pm University of Hull Business School, Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX Free After City of Culture and the Siemens investment, Hull has another tremendous opportunity for economic growth – as a digital hotspot. The most comprehensive survey of digital businesses ever undertaken in the UK has put Hull firmly in the spotlight as a leading location for digital enterprises, forming part of a thriving “digital ecosystem”. The report found that 12,219 people were employed in digital jobs in the Hull area and that there had been a 57% increase in new digital companies locally between 2010 and 2013. • Made in Hull Sold Nationwide • Made in Hull Sold Overseas • Made in Hull for the People of Hull Come along to our exciting event to hear how your business can benefit from this thriving sector and meet the businesses at the heart of it, as highlighted in the recent report. • To be Made in Hull (For a New Product Idea) Aim Individuals are invited to self-nominate or nominate another business/ product, by completing a simple online entry form by visiting www. madeinhull.org.uk People should be coming to the event to learn how technology can help their business. They should leave equipped with some ‘next steps’ about how that can happen, either by engaging with the University, KC or C4DI. The closing date for entries is Friday, May 8, 2015 Refreshments from 2:30pm • Made in Hull for Many Generations 34 TECHNATION: HULL AT THE HEART OF THE UK TECH ECONOMY WHO DO YOU KNOW? 4pm-6pm The Business Hive, 13 Dudley Street, Grimsby, DN31 2AW Free You’ve heard it before, ‘it’s not what you know, it’s who you know that counts’. Whilst that isn’t entirely true, having a great contacts list can be a vital part of growing your business. Well, actually having a great contact list and managing it properly is vital to any business. We all work hard to win new customers, but once we have them secured, how do we look after them? In this fast-moving world, having somebody remember your name when you call, or the fact that it is your birthday is a real bonus and increases the chances of you staying with that business massively. Storing your customer information and using it to make sure your customers get the best possible service from you every time they make contact is what this workshop is all about. If you are currently relying on a box of business cards, there is so much more you could do. Come and find out what. HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK To book a place to attend the Made in Hull celebration events, please visit www.streetsweb.co.uk/events or email madeinhull@streetsweb.co.uk E-mail events@hbpsystems.co.uk Places are limited at 50. To book, please e-mail: R.Escritt@hull.ac.uk or call (01482) 347524. E-mail info@businesshive.net To self-nominate or nominate another business/product, complete a simple online entry form by visiting www.madeinhull.org.uk WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Business owners and IT managers. Business owners and those wishing to grow their business by This workshop is open to anyone in business who wants to using technology more effectively. grow whilst maintaining great customer service in a world Hull’s manufacturers, innovators and artisan producers. which is increasingly digital savvy. 35 Thursday, June 4 Friday, June 5 HUMBER BUSINESS WEEK CHAMPAGNE RECEPTION ARTS & CULTURE IN BUSINESS 5pm Hull Kingston Rovers, KC Lightstream Stadium, Preston Road, Hull, HU9 5HE Free Keepmoat, a national market leader in housing, community regeneration, planned and responsive maintenance, retirement solutions and sustainability are delighted to be sponsoring for the 2nd year a special Champagne Reception in celebration of the success of Humber Business Week 2015. This celebration and networking event is also supported by Hull Kingston Rovers and will take place at the KC Lightstream Stadium on Thursday 4th June at 5.00pm. Live music, champagne and canapes will accompany this invitation only event. Keepmoat enjoy a committed relationship with a number of key partners in Hull, having worked over the past six years to build over 450 new homes in west Hull. “I RUN A MICRO BUSINESS” WHAT’S YOUR SUPER POWER? 5.30pm-8.30pm Rix Pavilion, Driffield Show Ground, Driffield, YO25 9DN Free ProVERB is again ‘flying the flag’ for East Riding micro businesses. 10am-2pm POP Gallery, Princes Quay Shopping Centre, Hull, HU1 2PQ Free DYNAMIC, ENERGETIC COAST: THE EAST RIDING, ITS PEOPLE AND THE SEA 10.30am-12 noon Hull History Centre, Worship Street, Hull, HU2 8BG Free. A pay and display car-park is available adjacent to the History Centre. This seminar, lunchtime concert and exhibition opening will show how arts and culture can be creatively used by business leaders as a marketing tool, as well as a means of creating an organisational culture which drives innovation. Heritage is an increasingly important component in terms of tourism, business opportunities and growth. Businesses and organisations in many regions of the country and coast around the British Isles make much of their distinctive local heritage and cultural dimensions in business terms. Our guest speaker Kate Sweeting - BBC Look North Business Correspondent - will be joined by Rob Coates from Willerby Hill, a seasoned micro business owner, for some light hearted anecdotes and ‘tricks-of the trade’, when juggling family, business and customer demands. It will also explain how audience members can get involved. You’ll be able to join in the discussion and share your best solutions to keeping the work-life balance...and learn how to develop your ‘Super Powers’. John Holtby: The prime mover behind East Yorkshire’s Cornucopia Festival and its extension into Cornucopia Arts & Culture Ltd. He has many years’ experience in arts & culture as a festival director and event promoter. In the Yorkshire and Humberside region, more attention has been paid to capitalising on the maritime heritage of North Yorkshire and the Humber in recent times, but perhaps the rich maritime history of East Yorkshire coastal region remains comparatively unknown to both individuals and organisations. Come along, grab a bite to eat and meet other business owners who know exactly what it’s like to overcome the challenges of running a small business, looking after the family and keeping your customers happy. Oh…and if you can’t get a babysitter, then just bring the family along! We know what it’s like so everyone’s welcome. They are also delighted to be embarking on the Hull City-Wide project which will see the delivery of around 4,000 new homes, alongside hundreds of jobs and apprenticeships for local people. Too often, the relationship between arts, culture and business is one of begging for support. We want to reverse this! Speakers are: Steve Shelley: A former PWC director with more than 20 years’ experience as a company director and international management consultant. He will present the results of a research project exploring the relationship between arts and culture and engagement, and innovation in the workplace. Keepmoat specialise in creating great places to live, work and play – delivering sustainable communities and successful neighbourhoods. This presentation, the outcome of historical research for the Seawards Heritage project supported by the Holderness Fisheries Local Action Group, the East Riding of Yorkshire Council and the MMO, will outline some of the rich maritime and fisheries history and somewhat unknown heritage of the Holderness coastline and Bridlington Bay area. It will update on some recent heritage developments and suggest ways in which these might be used to enhance the area’s economic development. Dr Robb Robinson, Maritime Historical Studies Centre, The University of Hull. Alan Raw: Radio presenter, world music promoter, POP Gallery proprietor. 36 HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK HOW TO BOOK Invitation only Booking essential at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-run-amicro-business-whats-your-super-power-tickets-16533367748 E-mail info@cornucopia-arts.com To book, e-mail R.Escritt@hull.ac.uk or call (01482) 347524 WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Invitation only Pre-start, newly-started and existing micro-businesses working Business leaders and HR managers, especially those looking People with an interest of knowing more about the culture and and juggling family life alongside growing a business. for a creative way of aligning with the City of Culture. heritage of the East Yorkshire Coast. 37 Friday, June 5 YORKSHIRE INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CONVENTION (YIBC 2015) 7.30am-4.30pm The SPA, Bridlington 1 to 9 tickets £295 + VAT (Total £354 each) | 10 and over £275 + VAT (Total £330 each) THIS YEAR’S SPEAKERS The YIBC is the most prestigious and highly regarded business entrepreneur Celia Gates, Bank of Dave star David Fishwick and BBC convention of its kind in Europe. business guru Steph McGovern. A history spanning two decades has seen some of the biggest names This year will mark the event’s 20th anniversary and another incredible from the worlds of business, entertainment and global politics take to a array of speakers will be heading to Bridlington to mark the occasion. Yorkshire stage. In previous years, delegates have drawn inspiration from heavyweight speakers including George Foreman, the Dalai Lama, Bill Clinton and Sir Bob Geldof. Yorkshire business legend Sir Ken Morrison CBE will share his life story, ably supported by Martin Green, Chief Executive of Hull City of Culture 2017, World Cup refereeing legend Howard Webb, extreme adventurer Ken Hames, human rights campaigner Ziauddin Yousafzai, BBC A record number of delegates in 2014 saw joint Nobel Peace Prize broadcaster Tanya Arnold and peace educator Mark Milton. YIBC 2015 winner FW de Klerk at the podium alongside speed king Richard Noble, looks set to take delegates on an incredible journey. HOW TO BOOK Call 01924 422193 or email christine@yibc.biz or visit the website at www.yibc.biz WHO SHOULD BE THERE? Anyone in business who wants to be entertained, informed and inspired by individuals with amazing stories to tell of how they achieved their goals, stuck to their beliefs and enjoyed triumph over adversity.YIBC is an inspirational event - a one off and a must see. 38 BIZ WEEK 2015 HUMBER BUSINESS WEEK The purpose of Biz week is to: EDUCATE INSPIRE SHOWCASE The very best that the Humber has to offer. To book or to find the most up-to-date event information and news visit: www.humberbusinessweek.co.uk The printing of this brochure was sponsored by The Humber Local Enterprise Partnership and supplied by Image Data. Design was provided by Arrival Design; communications partner for Business Week 2015. Details were correct at the time of print.
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