Assist: Just Networking in Middlesbrough

Our host Julie Burniston, Wendy Beacom and Lucy Colledge... can't wait to welcome you to Middlesbrough Assist.

This one is totally relaxed, few formalities, no business card pushing, just good business conversation. We naturally share ideas and experiences that could lead to potential growth for you or your business. Women actively share positive solid business contacts, the Tees Valley is not a big place! Assist champion's the idea Women Support Women #WSW, yes we breath, work, eat, sleep, repeat this!

Why come along...

Our informal morning gatherings are a chance to take time away from the office or WFH. You will meet other businesswomen to simply talk business, you may be looking for new contracts or have a product or service that you want to showcase. We like to encourage the 'trade local' ideology. We are big on collaboration and between women, it can work well.

Why not use this time to arrange and network with someone you have not seen for a while? Have you thought of perhaps getting in to a routine and come together for your 2025 networking each month? You will have time to chat over a cuppa, the bonus is you will both be surrounded by other Assist'ers, you will be using your time efficently as you build your network circle.

Some exciting news we are heading to Flok in Middlesbrough, as we continue our 2025 Just Networking! We are pleased to support this much loved charity in Middlesbrough with Barclays Eagle Labs as our sponsors for this networking treat.

What to expect...

Spotlight introductions, this is a chance for a short sharp 30 seconds to say Who you are, Where you are from (the business or workplace you represent) and What your 'Ask' is for the day. Followed by some Just Networking as you seek out them key people you want to connect with from the spotlight moments.

We want to hear about you, your business and what you offer.

Are you launching a new service, looking for new customers, got a event to promote or want to share with us some new ingredients in your handmade products? Come tell us about it we genuinely want to know and are keen to help share your news.

Do make a point of listening to the 'spotlighting' of others, perhaps write down the names of who you want to speak with, then use your time wisely as you connect with those in particular have peeked your interest. Or you can just enjoy the company of a room full of women with a positive vibe.

When...

An hour only, one morning a month, we simply create a space for you to meet other businesswomen and those representing their organisations. You can come on a regular basis and build on getting to know your connections or you are more than welcome as a one-off visitor.

Cost to you...

A welcomed small donation that goes in to the pot to help us support the Sisterwood project, along with other campagins and allows us to keep the network functioning for Tees Valley women to benefit in the future. We thank you for this donation, we are a not-for-profit organisation and will spend it well on our campaigns and covering our much needed operational costs to function.

We are grateful to the business and local community as they welcome us through their doors. We appreciate the generousity of Barclays Eagle Labs for this one, who is kindly sponsoring your morning cuppa.

Find out more...

Assist is more than just networking, we collaborate with many organisations, we have projects and campaigns on a local and national level, we are all volunteers with the same aim to make the Tees Valley a better place for women, our young females and families to grow up in.

Do you find networking daunting or not for you? Do reach out and tell us, we want to help to try to make the networking as comfortable as possible for you.

Is networking and the thought of it something you struggle with? Our Events Team and Hosts will be there to welcome you.

Reach out to us, tell us if you want to know more. We may have the option of someone who could meet you when you arrive to make the networking experience a little easier for you.

What to do now...

Register to let us know you are coming. Thank you for the donation, it will really help us continue in to the future. Come and find out more about us, what benefits you be an Assist'er.

New friends and familiar faces are very welcome, we have much more to tell you about what Assist does and will share more on the day.

Julie, Wendy, Lucy and The Assist Team are keen to meet you.

Remember “Women Supporting Women" #WSW #AssistBoro