Financial Wellbeing for Employees
Sam Tate & Marie Ranson
A joint presentation by award winning firms New World Financial Group and Key Wellbeing explaining how employers can make steps towards improving the financial wellbeing of their employees.
Presented by Sam Tate, Co-founder and Director of New World, and Marie Ranson, Commercial Director at Key Wellbeing.
Marketing, It's all about You!
Leeanne Coatman
In this session Leeanne will talk you through the smart way of planning a media strategy and how to implement it for the best results
Leeanne is an experience account manager for the Global Media group
Disaster Recovery in a Digital World
James Hay
Thinking about the ‘what if’s’ in business is not often a priority, but do you have the plans in place to keep your business working if the worst happened? James Hay, Technical Product Manager at Odyssey will give useful insight on how to protect your business.
James is Technical Product Manager at Odyssey Systems. He joined Odyssey in 2011 and has progressed within the team from Technical support, to Network Infrastructure Engineer to now managing the team. James leads a team of engineers who are certified to the latest industry standards and was pivotal in the partnership between Odyssey and Microsoft.
James has a passion for innovation and in his day-to-day role he is always looking for new products and services to deliver the very best customer experience.
BeReal with your Social Media & Personal Brand
Sophia Gowland
In a world where there’s a lot of pressure online to only show your carefully curated highlights, there’s also a thirst from your audience for authenticity across both your business brand & your personal brand. Let’s talk about how to actually BeReal on social platforms…
I'm Sophia, the founder of award-winning Marketing Agency, Petite Agency. We specialise in Social Media Management for ambitious brands looking to grow their business & Personal Brand Management for ambitious entrepreneurs looking to grow their influence.
I’ve spent over a decade working in marketing for various industries, businesses, and entrepreneurs, helping them to tell their stories & talk to their audiences in the most authentic & engaging ways, and that’s now what Petite Agency is all about, empowering every client we work with to do just that.
I set up my business in 2020 & owe so much of the success I've had in that time to building an authentic personal brand online...
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People love to buy, but hate to be sold to
James Dawson
In this seminar James will share with you -
how to leverage the psychology of buyers to optimise your sales approach.
The challenges facing sellers in 2025
Why is communication so hard for sellers?
What can you do about it right now?
Structure vs authenticity - what's more important
James works with businesses to ensure they have optimised sales processes, systems and people / skills to match their situation and goals.
- Coaching and training
- Strategy and planning
- CRM implementation and improvements
- Sales process mapping and improvements
- Go-to-market consultation
- Goal setting, performance management and incentivisation
Essentially if you're looking for external insights into your sales and sales leadership challenges I am here to help you succeed. I work with businesses to ensure they have optimised sales processes, systems and people / skills to match their situation and goals. - Coaching and training - Strategy and planning - CRM implementation and improvements - Sales process mapping and improvements - Go-to-market consultation - Goal setting, performance management and incentivisation Essentially if you're looking for external insights into your sales and sales leadership challenges I am here to help you succeed.
Stand up and Be Counted
NE Chamber of Commerce
Join us for a networking session hosted by the Chamber of Commerce
Super charge your Sales
Jess Williams
Business Leader, Founder and CEO, NED and Champion for Business as a Force for Good.
Just Williams offer sales solutions and sales and marketing solutions over 12 month terms to help you increase your brand profile, manage your sales process and facilitate key introductions into your ideal markets. We are help you launch and manage your CRM, Social Media, Newsletters, Case Studies, Membership profile and use our wide range of associates and networks to get you in front of key decision makers.
In 2019 we launched the Just Williams Sales Academy as a sub brand of Just Williams. In 2021 The Just Williams Sales Academy was officially launched as an online Sales Training Academy, endorsed by the Institute of Sales Professionals. We aim to train over 50,000 learners in the next five years on a national and international basis. https://justwilliamssales.academy/
In 2019 I was appointed as a NED to Darlington Building Society in 2019 as the youngest ever Non-Executive Director to serve on a Building Society board. Sitting on BRCC for 2 years and then Audit and RemCo Committees. I am proud to have served our regional Building Society and its members. My specialisms lie in sales, marketing, Member Engagement, ESG and business diversification.
I have held a number of board positions from a young age including launching and chairing the ISM and Young Enterprise in the North East, raising over £25,000 in the last 6 years. I now mentor young women, entrepreneurs and start-ups. Since completing my MBA I have been invited to join Teesside University Business School Innovation Board and represent the small business community on the Tees Valley Combined Authority Business Engagement Board. I have also recently been appointed as an Investment Panel Board Member to Advance Northumberland’s Growth Fund and am an Ambassador for The Girls Network and IWD.
Master SEO for Growth: Essential Tips for SME Success
Jonny Saunders
Unlock the potential of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) to drive growth for your small or medium-sized enterprise. This seminar is tailored to provide SMEs with a clear understanding of how search engines work and why SEO is essential for online success. Gain actionable insights into conducting effective keyword research, mastering on page SEO techniques and creating high quality content that ranks. With practical guidance and proven strategies, you'll leave equipped to optimise your website, attract more traffic and elevate your online presence.
Key Takeaways:
• Learn the core principles of how search engines rank content.
• Discover tools and techniques for effective keyword research.
• Master on page SEO essentials, from meta tags to internal linking.
• Understand the role of quality content in building authority.
• Develop a roadmap for boosting traffic and conversions.
Jonathan Saunders is a highly experienced digital marketing expert, specialising in SEO, public relations, and social media marketing. As the Head of SEO at Colewood Digital in Stockton-on-Tees, Jonathan has consistently delivered exceptional results for both national and international clients. Known for his strategic thinking and innovative campaigns, Jonathan excels in enhancing brand visibility and driving conversions. With his expertise in crafting data-driven strategies and leveraging the latest digital tools, Jonathan is passionate about empowering businesses to achieve measurable and sustainable success online.
From Industry to Practice Starting with Nothing
Nicole Collins
From employee to entrepreneur in a year. In this seminar Nicole will talk about the highs and lows of moving to an area in her career where no one knew who she was and had no safety net. How she overcame challenges and adversity and powered through to build a thriving practice.
Today, she stands with a business that has helped over 100 entrepreneurs find financial success and has even been shortlisted as an inspiring female finalist.
Nicole Collins set up Reign Accounting in 2022 with a determined and energetic team. No one goes into business to stress over finances, fiddle around with HMRC forms. You started your business to do what you love, and what you do best. If you are self-employed, have a small/medium sized business, a partnership or a large, limited company, or just need advice on any of these, Nicole is there to free up your time to drive your income stream forward… because time equals money.
How to utilise AI in the Workplace
Paul Drake
This seminar aims to empower professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in their daily work environments. It will provide actionable insights into how AI can drive efficiency, improve decision-making, and foster innovation across various industries.
Paul Drake serves as the Commercial Director at Sapere Software, where he plays a pivotal role in driving business growth and fostering strong client relationships. With a proven track record in strategic planning and commercial operations, Paul oversees key functions, including business development, market strategy, and partnership management.
Paul is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and delivering value-driven solutions that empower businesses to achieve their goals. In his role, he combines deep industry knowledge with a customer-centric approach to position Sapere Software as a trusted partner for organisations seeking tailored software and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions.
