Find out about the first North Yorkshire Business Week which is taking place from Monday 16 June to Friday 20 June 2025.
North Yorkshire Business Week is set to be a celebration of the county’s diverse and innovative businesses and a week of opportunity to share best practice and learn vital skills for business growth.
We are working with a range of partners to deliver a varied programme of free in-person and online events, themed around innovation and growth.
Our special launch event on Monday 16 June will bring together entrepreneurs, business leaders and public sector voices to explore what innovation means for North Yorkshire, and how they can embrace and drive change this year and in the future.
On offer will be:
On Thursday 19 June, an event specifically focused on the challenges and opportunities within the maritime and renewables sector will be held at Scarborough Spa.
The week’s programme also includes practical workshops led by experts, on topics such as business growth, finance, marketing and innovation, which will be tailored to the needs and ambitions of North Yorkshire businesses. Experienced senior business advisors from our Business North Yorkshire team and representatives from other regional business support organisations will host drop-in advice sessions.
All events are free to attend. You can view the full list of events below. Select the booking weblinks to reserve a place at your chosen events.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Our launch event brings together entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and public sector voices to explore what innovation means for businesses in North Yorkshire, and how we can all embrace and drive change in 2025 and beyond.
Location: Harrogate Convention Centre
Time: 12.45pm to 5pm on Monday 16 June
Book a place for the Innovation in Action event - Eventbrite website
What really works and what doesn't in Business Artificial Intelligence. Delivered by Data Stream UK.
Location: Springboard Business Centre, Stokesley
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm on Tuesday 17 June
Book a place for AI Without the Fluff event on 17 June - Eventbrite website
Innovation, challenge and growth in manufacturing.
Location: Queen's Gardens, Tadcaster
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm on Tuesday 17 June
Book a place for Rise and Design event on 17 June - Eventbrite website
Be prepared for the unexpected. Delivered by the council's Resilience and Emergencies team.
Location: online event
Time: 10am to 11am on Tuesday 17 June
Book a place for Are You Business Resilient event - Eventbrite website
Build, brand and grow your online shop. Delivered by Momentic.
Location: online event
Time: 10am to 11am on Tuesday 17 June
Book a place for Etsy for Business event - Eventbrite website
Join us for an update on the North Yorkshire Local Plan - the current position, challenges and barriers to delivery, and engagement going forward.
Location: The Crown Hotel, Harrogate
Time: 10am to 1pm on Tuesday 17 June
Book a place for Developer Engagement event - Eventbrite website
A 'how to' session delivered by Visit North Yorkshire and Unmissable England.
Location: Evron Centre, Filey
Time: 1pm to 4pm on Tuesday 17 June
Delivered by Your Sales Code.
Location: online event
Time: 1pm to 2pm on Tuesday 17 June
Book a place for Courage and Confidence event - Eventbrite website
Get expert advice and support to help start or expand your international reach. Delivered by the Department for Business and Trade.
Location: online event
Time: 1.30pm to 3pm on Tuesday 17 June
Book a place for Growth Through Export event - Eventbrite website
Do you have a small innovative company that you would like to grow? Confused about whether to do that organically or seek out investment?
Not quite sure about what either of these options really mean for your company? Then this event is for you. Delivered by Innovate UK Business Growth.
Location: The Crown Hotel, Boroughbridge
Time: 9am to 12pm on Wednesday 18 June
Book a place for Seed to Soar event - Eventbrite website
A 'how to' session on how to make the most out of your Google business profile. Delivered by Catch Designs.
Location: online event
Time: 10am to 11am on Wednesday 18 June
Book a place for Google Business event - Eventbrite website
Unlock AI's potential in business. Boost productivity, automate tasks and make smarter decisions in this hands-on, practical workshop.
Location: online event
Time: 10am to midday on Wednesday 18 June
Book a place for Using AI as a Business Assistant event - Eventbrite website
A 'how to' session delivered by Visit North Yorkshire and Unmissable England.
Location: Rural Arts, Thirsk
Time: 10am to 1pm on Wednesday 18 June
Join us for relaxed business networking, a casual walk and beautiful views of the North Yorkshire countryside.
Location: Sutton Bank National Park Centre, Thirsk, YO7 2EH
Time: 11am to 1pm on Wednesday 18 June
Book a place for Walk and Talk - Eventbrite website
Strategy, visibility and growth through TikTok. Delivered by Momentic.
Location: online event
Time: 10am to 11am on Wednesday 18 June
Book a place for TikTok for Business event - Eventbrite website
Partner event.
Location: The Coniston Hotel, near Skipton
Time: 10am to 2pm on Wednesday 18 June
Book a place for Craven Business Expo - Craven Consultancy Services website
A fun, hands-on method that uses LEGO to boost team thinking, problem solving, and communication. Delivered by RTC North.
Location: The Crown Hotel, Boroughbridge
Time: 1pm to 4pm on Wednesday 18 June
Book a place for Creating a Strategy for Growth event - Eventbrite website
What really works and what doesn't in Business Artificial Intelligence. Delivered by Data Stream UK.
Location: Bedale Hall
Time: 1.30pm to 4.30pm on Wednesday 18 June
Book a place for AI Without the Fluff event on 18 June - Eventbrite website
Build strong project management skills. Learn to plan, execute, and lead projects with confidence in this hands-on intro workshop.
Location: York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, YO31 7EX
Time: 2pm to 4pm on Wednesday 18 June
Book a place on the Introduction to Project Management event - Eventbrite website
Monthly session to spark ideas, collaborate and learn about new business and funding opportunities.
Location: Co-Lab Harrogate, Harrogate Convention Centre
Time: 9am to 11am on Thursday 19 June
Book a place for Connect Over a Cuppa event - Eventbrite website
Innovation, challenge and growth in manufacturing.
Location: Econ Engineering, Ripon
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm on Thursday 19 June
Book a place for Rise and Design event on 19 June - Eventbrite website
Explore the challenges and opportunities for North Yorkshire's maritime and renewables sector. Guest speakers, networking opportunities and exhibitors.
Location: Scarborough Spa
Time: 9.30am to 3pm on Thursday 19 June
Book a place for Maritime and Renewable Energy Conference - Eventbrite website
Delivered by SBC Studio.
Location: The Hive, Skipton
Time: 10am to 12.30pm on Thursday 19 June
Book a place for Building a Strong Online Presence event - Eventbrite website
Design and build your brand with ease. Delivered by Momentic.
Location: online event
Time: 10am to 11am on Thursday 19 June
Book a place for Canva for Business event - Eventbrite website
A 'how to' session to help you build and keep your ideal team.
Location: Evolution Business Centre, Northallerton
Time: 1pm to 3.15pm on Thursday 19 June
Book a place for Overcome Your Recruitment and Retention Challenges event - Eventbrite website
Discover support for your business in North Yorkshire from a range of organisations. Join our event to explore grants, funding and advice.
Location: online event
Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm on Thursday 19 June
Book a place for Funding, Finance and Business Support Roundup event - Eventbrite website
How to do business with North Yorkshire Council.
Location: online event
Time: 1.30pm to 2.30pm on Thursday 19 June
Book a place for Demystifying Public Procurement event - Eventbrite website
Partner event.
Location: Stokesley
Time: 5pm to 7pm on Thursday 19 June
Book a place for Thirsty Thursday event - Thirsty Thursday website
Location: various locations
Time: 10am to 1pm on Friday 20 June
For further information and to book visit the Eventbrite website