Join us for our next Coffee and Connections event.
This event is a relaxed mix and mingle networking event as part of our Inspiring Women in Business series.
As part of WOW North East Festival, we’ll hear from Shevaun Haviland CBE, Director General of the British Chamber of Commerce (BCC) – the first woman to hold this post. Shevaun will be in conversation with a panel that will include WOW Founder, the theatre director Jude Kelly CBE, amongst others.
This Women of the World event is part of a 2 day festival to be held at Gala Theatre, Durham.
Shevaun joined the BCC from the Cabinet Office where she worked for five years running the Business Partnerships team and leading the Inclusive Economy Partnership which looked to build a stronger economy and fairer society through partnerships between government, businesses and civil society.
Prior to joining central government, Shevaun had an extensive private sector career and was at the forefront of digital innovation through her work as the Founding Director of the Academy of Digital Business Leaders and as a Director at Independents United.
Shevaun was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2025 for services to business.
This event is kindly sponsored by NEBRC
Our events are open to Chamber members only. If you’re not a member and would like to attend, or discuss the benefits of membership, please email: your@necc.co.uk.
Dress Code: We don't stipulate a dress code at our events, but we’d recommend you dress like you’re going to meet new clients. The most important thing is that you're comfortable.
Behaviour & Conduct: Our events create an inclusive space for individuals and organisations to meet where we expect all our attendees to behave with courtesy and respect, to both each other and Chamber colleagues.
If you have any queries on this event please contact ashley.carney@necc.co.uk or sarah.connolly@necc.co.uk
