Announcing Social Enterprise Day 2024: Your Must-Attend Event for Social Entrepreneurs

Looking for the best event to connect, learn, and grow your social venture? Social Enterprise Day 2024 is back, and this year’s event promises to be even bigger and better! If you’re passionate about making a difference through your business, this is a day you won’t want to miss.

Building on the success of previous years, we’re expanding the programme, adding more speakers, and moving to a larger venue to welcome even more changemakers. Whether you’re attending in person or online, you can expect tools, connections, and inspiration to drive positive change.

Event Details

• Date: Thursday, 21st November 2024
• Time: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Newcastle Common Room
• Ticket Options:
  • In-person: £8 per person (includes unlimited tea, coffee, and buffet lunch)
  • Live Access: £5 per person (live stream with interactive features)
  • On-demand Access: £5 per person (watch event recordings at your convenience)
  • Market Stall: £50 (Showcase your social enterprise to attendees)

Book your tickets HERE

 

What to Expect:

The theme for Social Enterprise Day 2024 is ‘Sustainability: Money, Mindset, and Making a Difference.’ We understand the challenges of building a purpose-driven organisation that lasts, so this year, we’re highlighting social entrepreneurs who are thriving.

Whether you’re looking to start or scale your impact, this event will provide valuable insights into financial sustainability, measuring impact, and the keeping your mind happy and healthy along the way!

Keynote Speaker: Sharon Boyd of I.M.P.A.C.T North East

Sharon Boyd, from I.M.P.A.C.T North East, will lead an engaging keynote session focused on mental health for social entrepreneurs. Sharon will share practical tools, from simple breathing exercises to centering techniques, to help you manage stress and prevent burnout. You’ll leave with a personal plan to protect your mental health while growing your social enterprise.

Panel Discussions:

Social Enterprise Day 2024 will feature two interactive panel discussions, exploring how to balance financial sustainability with making a positive impact. Led by experts Kay Wightman of Accounting for Good CIC and Heidi Fisher of Make An Impact CIC, these discussions will dive into the practicalities of running a successful social enterprise while staying true to your mission. Panel members include: Sandeep Kapoor; Project Spice, Afi Dometi; Africa Wad, Corrina Mulholland; Gateshead Community Organisation, Ruth Watson; Ecologico, Nathan Hopkins; Woodshed Workshop.

Panel topics include:

• How to generate income while keeping your social mission at the forefront
• Strategies for effective financial management in social enterprises
• Best practices for measuring and communicating your social impact

These sessions are designed to spark debate, encourage collaboration, and provide actionable insights you can take back to your social enterprise.

Networking Opportunities & Market Stalls

Networking is at the heart of this event. Whether you attend in person or online, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow social entrepreneurs, industry experts, and potential collaborators. We’ve built time into the agenda for both structured networking and informal meetups, ensuring you leave with valuable new contacts.

Plus, for those attending in person, you’ll have the chance to showcase your social enterprise at the market stalls, promoting your mission to a room full of like-minded individuals.

A Hybrid Event for Maximum Accessibility

This year, Social Enterprise Day 2024 will be a hybrid event, offering in-person, live-stream, and on-demand attendance options. No matter where you are, you can still take part in this exciting day of learning, networking, and collaboration. This hybrid format ensures that social entrepreneurs across the UK and beyond can benefit from the event.

Why You Should Attend

Whether you’re new to social enterprise or a seasoned leader, Social Enterprise Day 2024 offers a unique opportunity to:

• Learn from industry experts
• Gain practical insights into social enterprise sustainability
• Connect with a supportive community of like-minded individuals
• Access exclusive resources and networking opportunities
• Showcase your social enterprise at the market stalls

By attending, you’ll leave with actionable strategies and meaningful connections that can help your social enterprise grow and succeed.

How to Get Tickets

Secure your tickets today to be part of this transformative event! Don’t miss your chance to learn from local leaders, build lasting connections, and gain valuable insights into the world of social enterprise.

• In-person tickets: £8 per person
• Live-stream access: £5 per person
• On-demand access: £5 per person
• Market stall: £50

For more information and to book your tickets, visit Eventbrite or contact us.

Special Thanks to Our Sponsors

A huge thank you to our generous sponsors: Power to Change, North East BIPC, Durham University, PNE, Reviving the Heart of the West End, and Talbot Jones Insurance Brokers. Their support makes this event accessible to all, with tickets priced significantly lower than their actual value.