Connect Yorkshire

Connect Yorkshire membership... Our members benefit from: Masterclasses 1 to 1 Mentoring Networking Sales Training Access to funding Business Directory Peer to Peer learning Marketing and social media Interested? Get in touch to learn more about what's on offer https://lnkd.in/evprSE45 #yorkshire  #business  #entrepreneurs  #growth  #networking

Another amazing event yesterday, this time with Ajaz Ahmed BEM, Founder of Freeserve. Ajaz told the story of how he started Freeserve and helped grow it to become a billion pound company, as well as the mistakes he made a long the way. We then had a behind the scenes tour of first direct arena, courtesy of Lauren Simpson Always great to catch up with our members Sally Roberts, Mike Hall, Hannah Corne, Iain Kean, Andy Needham, Joanne Kay to name a few

*Urgent* Our CEO Sophie Conboy’s linked in account has been compromised and the person is sharing/trying to access other people’s account that she is connected to. The account has been changed to Carter Chen so please be aware, we are working to resolve the issue as quickly as we can.

We’re delighted to announce we’ve been shortlisted for the Community Impact Award at this year’s Connect Yorkshire Awards, and our CEO, Emily Wragg, has also been recognised in the Inspirational Leader category! 🤩 Emily says, “I am so proud of the amazing team we have at Candlelighters and the work they do every day to support families experiencing what is often the most challenging period of their lives. For this to be acknowledged in the wider community is wonderful. We hope it helps raise awareness of the impact of childhood cancer and encourages even more of the wonderful Yorkshire community to help us provide support to those children and their families. As experts in supporting children with cancer and their families, we are constantly aware of the devastating impact a childhood diagnosis of the disease can have. It’s vital to us to provide the comprehensive support that families living with a childhood diagnosis of cancer need and eventually improve the outcomes and lives of children with cancer by also investing in vital research. We’re grateful to Connect Yorkshire for recognising the wide-ranging impact of our work.” The winners of this year’s Connect Yorkshire Awards will be announced at a prestigious black-tie dinner at the Royal Armouries in Leeds on 28th November. Keep your fingers crossed for us! 💕

Introducing our latest Entrepreneur in Residence Kate Hainsworth Native of Yorkshire, consultant and Interim CEO of Children's Heart Surgery Fund (CHSF)’s, Kate is former CEO of Leeds Community Foundation and GiveBradford where she developed the charity over the course of 8 years to become a relational funder with a strong reputation amongst communities for delivery and for pioneering work around impact, inclusion and resilience. During that time, she raised substantial funds for communities from local philanthropists and national foundations, leading work to promote inclusion and a just transition around environmental targets. Her previous experience in industry and commerce meant she could communicate well with business colleagues and understood the needs of commissioners. Join us in welcoming Kate to the Connect Yorkshire community and take advantage of this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the industry. https://lnkd.in/e4-JDq9G

Our Speed networking events are always a sell out, our next one in November has a few places left, come along, meet some Yorkshire based business owners who are all part of our Connect Yorkshire Network. Speed Networking Venue: Bowcliffe Hall, Bramham, Wetherby, West Yorkshire, LS23 6LP Date: Wednesday 6th November Time: 09:00 for 09:30 till 11:30 Your guaranteed to speak with every attendee, so make sure you bring plenty of business cards! Bowcliffe Hall Estate https://lnkd.in/eAhZpc9R

Always great to see our members working with and helping each other out! Check out Volta Compliance latest Volta Cast episode, which has Sally Roberts as their guest speaker

We are pleased to invite you to join our Partner webinar with LGT Wealth Management, 'Navigating the Autumn Budget', on Monday 4th November at 12pm. Simon Allister, Joint Head of Wealth Planning, and Ola Adeosun, Head of Regional Wealth Planning and Family Governance, will discuss the key takeaways and considerations from the Autumn Budget. During the webinar, guests will have the opportunity to participate in a live Q&A. For anyone wishing to submit any questions prior to the webinar, please email us below: thoughts-uk@lgt.com Sophie Conboy Martin Slathia Jessica Patton Steve Scott Charles Thompson https://lnkd.in/eSKdQ6HE

Building a Billion pound business - Connect Yorkshire October Masterclass 23rd of October 1.30pm - 3.30pm at First Direct Arena, Leeds. Our October masterclass has proven very popular with Connect Yorkshire Entrepreneur in residence Ajaz Ahmed BEM. Ajaz is best known for founding Freeserve, the UK's first big Internet Company. Launched in 1998, Freeserve entered the FTSE 100 in 2000 and was then aquired. Ajaz will discuss the lessons learned from building a billion-pound business and also the lessons learned since selling Freeserve. After the masterclass First Direct Arena will be doing a behind the scenes tour of the Arena. Link in comments to book Lisa Turton Sophie Conboy Martin Slathia Jessica Patton

Benefits of Philanthropy Event. The Power of Giving: Strategic Philanthropy for Community Impact Join us for an insightful and inspiring event dedicated to exploring the strategic importance of charitable and place-based giving. This event will delve into the positive impact philanthropy can have on communities and provide valuable insights into the financial benefits of charitable donations. Julie Hutchison, Technical Director of LGT Wealth Management, will chair a panel of Steph Taylor - CEO of Leeds Community Foundation, Rachel Hannan -  co-founder of GatenbySanderson and former Chair of Leeds Community Foundation and Michael Hughes – former CEO of Hesco. Whether you’re a business leader looking to enhance your corporate giving strategy, an individual interested in the financial benefits of charitable donations, or someone inspired by stories of impactful giving, this event is for you. Please visit out events page on our website to book.