From ambitious start-ups to established firms, Business North Tyneside’s Enterprise Week is returning to shine a spotlight on the people and businesses helping to drive the Borough's economy forward.
Falling during Global Entrepreneurship Week, businesses and entrepreneurs are invited to take part in a week-long programme of free workshops, networking opportunities, and speaker sessions designed to inspire ideas and support business growth.
Running from Monday 16 to Friday 20 November, the events are open to anyone with a business idea or those looking to grow their enterprise – from start-ups and small traders to established companies.
Enterprise Week will launch on Monday 16 November with a ‘Toolkit to Starting a Business’ workshop at the Business Centre, in North Shields. For those just starting a business, or in the first 12 months of their business, this session shares practical tips and insights.
There will also be a chance to join Business North Tyneside and North Tyneside Business Forum on Tuesday 17 November for an engaging morning exploring the opportunities, ambitions and priorities shaping North Tyneside’s future.
The session will feature an opening address from Karen Clark, Elected Mayor of North Tyneside, who will outline her Vision 2044 for the Borough, as well as hearing from keynote speaker Kathryn Meadows of Nicholsons Butchers, Whitley Bay.
The North Tyneside Youth Hub, at the Wallsend Working Well Hub will host a dedicated 'Be Your Own Boss' day on 18th November 2026, designed to introduce young people to self-employment and business start-up opportunities; with access to specialist advice and guidance from organisations including Business North Tyneside, The King's Trust, and other support organisations.
The week culminates in the annual North Tyneside Business Awards on Thursday 19 November, celebrating the achievements of some of North Tyneside’s most successful and innovative businesses.
Throughout the week, Business North Tyneside will also be sharing case studies, success stories and practical business advice across its channels, highlighting the people and businesses helping to drive North Tyneside's economy forward.
For more information and to book onto sessions, visit the Business North Tyneside website.