# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Connecting for Christmas
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 19 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am – Fri, 19 Dec, 2025 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: A day of insight, inspiration, and festive networking for people passionate about making a difference.About this EventCome 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.What’s OnExpert SpeakersBorn Good CICSharing 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 SpeakerSunderland’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 StallsExplore a range of social enterprise stalls in our atrium area and discover the amazing work happening across the region.Christmas Lunch & NetworkingAt 1:00pm, enjoy a festive lunch on us, followed by relaxed networking and a chance to connect with fellow changemakers.Seasonal SurprisesWe’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!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sunderland/connecting-for-christmas/100001765784421739
- **Event Categories**: charities, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Sunderland
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: North East Business and Innovation Centre
- **lat**: 54.9180238
- **long**: -1.4174781000000394
- **full address**: North East Business and Innovation Centre, Wearfield, Sunderland, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Connecting for Christmas being held?
  - **A:** Connecting for Christmas takes place on Fri, 19 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am to Fri, 19 Dec, 2025 at 02:00 pm at North East Business and Innovation Centre, Wearfield, Sunderland, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Connecting for Christmas?
  - **A:** Connecting for Christmas is organized by North East BIC.

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