Tees Business LIVE – December 2025

Tees Business LIVE returns for its final event of 2025 – a special end-of-year edition reviewing a year of major milestones for the Tees business community, while previewing the opportunities and challenges ahead in 2026.

The free-to-attend event takes place at Bloom, Middlesbrough, on Wednesday December 4, 11am–1pm.

This lively discussion and networking session will feature a stellar panel of local business leaders sharing their insights on what’s next for Teesside’s economy:

• Paul Foreman, chief operating officer, PD Ports

• Jessica Gwaringa, Tees Businesswoman of the Year finalist and CEO of Moonrise 24 Recruitment, Business of the Year at the 2024 Tees Businesswomen Awards

• Grant Glendinning, CEO, Education Training Collective

• Jon Booth, head of sustainability and quality, AV Dawson

Adding an extra spark to proceedings, there’ll be a special presentation from Middlesbrough Council’s Gaye Kirby and mima director Laura Sillars, unveiling the exciting opportunities surrounding the Turner Prize - which comes to Middlesbrough in 2026.

Guests will also enjoy networking and refreshments, plus a chance to get into the festive spirit with a mince pie and cream.

Places are free but limited – so book now to avoid disappointment!

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