A Seat At The Table: Leaders Lunch

Are you an aspiring leader working or studying in the Tees Valley? Join us for A Seat At The Table: Leaders Lunch. This is a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded women and learn from a remarkable business leader.

A Seat At The Table exists to help more women step into leadership across the Tees Valley by making space, opening doors and creating real opportunities to lead. These events are designed to educate, inspire and connect women who want to take action and create change where it matters most.

Your Host

We’re delighted to be joined by Laura Ryan, Founder, Meat Business Women for an inspiring lunchtime conversation. Darlington born and bred and now a globally recognised leader transforming the agri-food sector. With a portfolio career spanning consultancy, executive coaching, and international advocacy, Laura is best known as the Founder and Global Chair of Meat Business Women - a professional network aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Over lunch in a private setting, Laura will share her personal leadership journey, from navigating national boardrooms to driving global change. She’ll reveal how she built a global tribe in one of the most male-dominated industries and the strategies that continue to break new ground for women in leadership.

This is a unique opportunity to learn how to:

• Build influence and credibility in traditional sectors
• Create movements that extend far beyond individual careers
• Empower women and girls to lead confidently and authentically on the global stage

How do I know it’s for me?

If you’re a woman or girl (aged 16+) working or studying in the Tees Valley with aspirations to lead in the business world, this Leaders’ Lunch is for you.

With only 10 places available, it’s an exciting opportunity to join a focused group of ambitious women for meaningful conversation, fresh insight and real connection.

Please note

• Price: includes a one-course dinner - pre-order required (menu on order page).

• Dietary Requirements: please make sure you let us know when booking if you have any allergies or dietary requirements.

• Accessibility: if you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know on your order form.

• Cancellation policy: tickets are non-refundable.