'Tough at the Top' – Networking Event

'Tough at the Top' – Networking Event

Our Tough at The Top event provides a unique and invaluable opportunity for charity leaders to network with one another.

By The Chester Bluecoat Charity

Date and time

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 08:45 - 11:00 GMT+1

Location

The Chester Bluecoat Charity

Upper Northgate Street Chester CH1 4EE United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours 15 minutes

In partnership with Charity Horizons, we are delighted to bring you the second Tough at the Top networking event for 2025.

Leading a charity, while reporting to a board, presents a unique myriad of opportunities and challenges and we are passionate about connecting our network of experts to share experiences together. At the Tough at The Top event, we will encourage you to share these with your peers in a structured networking session. This will be an open forum, led by the attendees, and will provide a real opportunity to speak openly and honestly about some recent challenges, as well as share some successes and support one another.

Please note - attendees for this event need to be the most senior person in the charity, i.e. Charity Director, Charity Manager or CEO.

“Tough at the Top is a safe space to come together with peers and share experiences and often problem solve, it was a satisfying use of time, and for me personally a very worthwhile and supportive group.” [Attendee, CEO of Leeds based charity]

About Charity Horizons

Charity Horizons proudly offers tailored recruitment and consultancy solutions to non-profit organisations and individuals. We’re committed to social impact and contributing to the broader goals of the charities and enterprises we serve.

Our founders, Charlie and Leanne, bring over 25 years of combined experience to the table. Their knowledge and proven track record, coupled with their unrivalled enthusiasm for the sector, make Charity Horizons the perfect choice when you’re looking to develop and grow your career or organisation.

Charlie and Leanne share a deep-rooted passion for the non-profit sector. They met while working in the charities department of a larger recruitment firm, and their shared love for the sector and the people who make it so incredible led them to launch Charity Horizons at the start of lockdown.

After surviving that period, they’ve re-established an unrivalled network of clients and candidates – built on a desire to do things a little differently, focusing on understanding and supporting people in unique ways.

Charity Horizons is a charity recruitment company that wants people to do what they love – whether that’s our candidates, our clients, or our own team members.

We’re known for our exceptional support to individuals and organisations. This recognition stems from our values-led culture, which prioritises service and the wellbeing of everyone.

About the Chester Bluecoat Charity

The community is at the heart of everything we do and we are committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Whether it’s funding initiatives that combat food poverty, helping those in recovery from addiction or, providing safe homes for vulnerable adults, our mission is to bring hope and positive change to those amongst us who need it most.

We are delighted to be able to offer the first of many events to support those who work in the not-for-profit sector in our community.

Frequently asked questions

Who can attend?

Attendees need to be the most senior person in the charity, i.e. Charity Director, Charity Manager or CEO.

What will I get out of the session?

An open forum, led by the attendees, it will · encourage you to share experiences with your peers in a structured networking session. · speak openly and honestly about some recent challenges, as well as share some successes and support one another.

Where is it held?

The event will be held in the Conference room at The Chester Bluecoat Building.

Will there be refreshments?

Yes, drinks are included as well as locally made pastries.

Is there parking on site?

There is no parking at The Bluecoat. The building is within walking distance of the Garden Lane, Delamere Street and New Market car parks. Public transport The Bluecoat is 300 metres from the bus station. Chester railway station is 1 km from The Bluecoat.

Is there any prep work required

Yes - around 15 minutes. Full details will be sent to you before the event.

Organised by

From our base in Chester we host a range of workshops, training and networking events for all those who work in not-for-profit organisations in our community. All our events

  • Start first thing in the morning to make it easier for you to attend.
  • Are kept short and focused (usually around two hours) as we know how busy you are.
  • Provide you with knowledge and tools that are quick and easy to apply and use once you are back in the office.
  • Enable you to meet likeminded people to help you to increase your support network.