Welcome to the Skipton and Ripon page of the Business North Yorkshire newsletter. Here you will find details of local networking groups, events in the area, and business news from around the constituency.

To feature your business news or events, contact us by email.

Your local Senior Business Advisor

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As Senior Business Advisor for Skipton and Ripon, Michaela’s primary role is to promote and support business growth and the economic potential of North Yorkshire, and she works with colleagues, partners and key stakeholders to help deliver our Economic Growth Strategy. Michaela takes the lead responsibility for delivering a bespoke one-to-one business engagement and support service to the businesses of the Skipton and Ripon constituency.

During the last 33 years, Michaela has held leadership positions in a number of businesses, including manufacturing and engineering, construction, retail and the charity sector. Her particular strengths include skills and business planning, funding applications and business development. Outside of work, Michaela is a keen gardener and enjoys the great outdoors.

To book an appointment, contact us by email.

Networking events in your area

Racing to cut your energy, Ripon Racecourse

Learn how to save money on your energy bills. Bringing together businesses who are making changes, industry and sustainability experts.

• Wednesday 4 June from 4pm

A refundable £10 deposit secures your ticket which will give you free entry to the evening’s racing.

For further information and to book a place at the Racing to cut your business costs event, visit the Eventbrite website.

Skipton Business Social: Start Your Own Podcast, Elsworth at the Mill

High Corn Mill, Skipton

• Tuesday 10 June from 6pm until 8pm

For further information and to book a place at the Skipton Business Social event, visit the Skipton Business Networking website.

North Yorkshire Business Week 2025

Taking place at various venues across North Yorkshire and online.

• Monday 16 until Friday 20 June

For full details of the week's events and to book a place please visit the Eventbrite website.

Craven Business Expo, The Coniston Hotel Country Estate & Spa

Coniston Cold, BD23 4EA

Bringing together local businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals for a day of networking, learning, and collaboration. 40 exhibitors and demonstrations, book a slot with one of our Meet the Expert panel members (HR, solicitor, marketing, business funding).

• Wednesday 18 June from 10am until 2pm

Tours of The Coniston Estate and 20% off food and drink in the restaurant.

For further information and to book a place at the Craven Business Expo event, visit the Eventbrite website.

Skipton Business Social, The Yorkshireman

Court Lane, Skipton, BD23 1DD

• Tuesday 24 June from 6pm until 8pm

For further information and to register a place at the Skipton Business Social event, visit the Skipton Business Networking website.

News and events in your area

Rise and Design: Innovation, Challenge and Growth in Manufacturing

ECON Engineering, Ripon

• Thursday 19 June at 9.30am

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Innovation isn’t just products - it’s how you lead, connect and grow. Join like-minded businesses at the ECON Engineering in house museum to learn, share and improve together.

For further information and to book your free place at the Rise and Design event, visit the Eventbrite website.

The Hive

New to Skipton and part of the Ultimate Group, the Hive is a state-of-the-art award-winning interiors, workplace experience centre. The Hive is purpose-built to inspire, educate and showcase the best in workplace design. The Hive provides options to experience the art of the possible before you write a brief or commit to a project for your business. To find out more about services and products available visit The Hive website.