4 hours
North East Business and Innovation Centre
Free Tickets Available
Fri, 19 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am to 02:00 pm (GMT+00:00)
North East Business and Innovation Centre
Wearfield, Sunderland, United Kingdom
Come along to this year’s ‘Connecting for Xmas’ Networking at the North East BIC!
A day of insight, inspiration, and festive networking for people passionate about making a difference.
Expert Speakers
Born Good CIC
Sharing their journey and lessons from building a values-driven business, plus opportunities for YOU and your business!
Special Guest Funder (to be confirmed)
Hear directly from a funder about opportunities and how to stand out with your application.
Keynote Speaker
Sunderland’s own Tricia Stewart, the original Calendar Girl, offering an inspirational talk on her fundraising success and turning bold ideas into lasting impact.
Social Enterprise Stalls
Explore a range of social enterprise stalls in our atrium area and discover the amazing work happening across the region.
Christmas Lunch & Networking
At 1:00pm, enjoy a festive lunch on us, followed by relaxed networking and a chance to connect with fellow changemakers.
Seasonal Surprises
We’ll round off the afternoon with some special festive treats to get you in the Christmas spirit.
Save your place today and join us for a day of learning, sharing and celebration.
So come along, connect with some amazing speakers, explore inspiring social enterprises and most importantly… Connect for Good!
Tickets for Connecting for Christmas can be booked here.
| Ticket type | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| General Admission | Free |
