In summary
Welcome to the February 2025 Newsletter!
Lots of forthcoming events to help your business, why not make 2025 the year you reach out and engage, meet fellow business owners from across the area and share your challenges and successes together.
Full details below!
Featured news and events
Could you be the next FSB Regional Chair?
We are currently seeking nominations from FSB members in Yorkshire, the Humber and the North East to become our new, regional Chair with effect from 1st April 2025. Working alongside staff the regional Chair promotes and champions FSB to external stakeholders and audiences, supports our lobbying on issues important to local businesses and supports activity and membership growth within the region. To find out more, request a copy of the full role description, please contact [email protected]. Deadline Thursday 13 February. Selection will take place between 14 and 28 February.
Business Bootcamp in Doncaster: Collaboration and Connectivity Ready to take your business to the next level?
The Business Bootcamp in Doncaster is your chance to dive into a day of collaboration, learning, and connection. Designed for small business owners, this event will feature engaging expert speakers, with a focus on practical, actionable advice to help you overcome challenges, discover new opportunities, and strengthen your business. From mastering digital tools to building effective partnerships, the sessions are tailored to provide value across a wide range of industries. You’ll also have the chance to connect with local and regional business support organisations, gain insights into funding opportunities, and learn about resources available to help your business succeed. Networking breaks and interactive activities ensure you leave with new contacts and ideas to implement right away. To be held on the 20 May, registration is now open, the event also offers opportunities for showcasing your business at a mini exhibition (stands go quick so early booking advised).
Find out more details and book your place here>
FSB Elevenses, Hull - 3 Mar
Looking for a relaxed and informal networking opportunity? Join us for FSB Elevenses at McCoys in Hull—a perfect setting for small group conversations and meaningful connections. Whether you’re a long-time business owner or just starting out, this event offers a supportive environment to share ideas, seek advice, and build relationships with other local business owners. We’re proud to support McCoys, a local FSB member and vibrant hospitality venue. Attendees are encouraged to purchase refreshments to support the business, and as a thank-you, McCoys will be offering vouchers for your next visit. This event isn’t about large numbers or formal presentations—it’s about genuine conversations and valuable connections. Plus, you’ll have the chance to meet with me as your local FSB Development Manager, who can provide insight into FSB’s resources and initiatives and campaigns.
In other news
Barnsley Networking: Knowledge Swap and Collaboration – 20 Feb
Kickstart your business year with our quarterly Barnsley Knowledge Swap and Networking event, designed to bring small business owners together to share insights, ideas, and opportunities. Held in a supportive and welcoming environment, this event is perfect for building connections. Each session includes a mix of structured (but relaxed) activities and free networking time, allowing you to learn from others’ experiences while also sharing your own. Whether you’re looking to find new clients, build partnerships, or simply exchange knowledge, this event has something for everyone. With a focus on community and collaboration, attendees consistently find these sessions a valuable use of their time, returning to subsequent events to strengthen and grow their networks. We’re excited to welcome you to the first session of 2025 as we continue to build a strong small business community in Barnsley.
Hull and East Yorkshire Hustings - 24 Apr
The Federation of Small Businesses has joined forces with the CBI, Future Humber, Make UK and Hull and Humber Chambers to host a Mayoral Hustings late afternoon on the 24 April. A hustings is an opportunity for the business community to hear from the Mayoral candidates, joining together on a panel to present on their thoughts and plans for the area - based on key questions. Attendees will also get the opportunity to ask their own questions and of course network with others across the business community.
Place will be limited, and the booking details will be shared, if you are a sole trader or small business owner please email [email protected] (noting there will only be one place per business allocated).
Planning is also underway to host a Hustings event in Greater Lincolnshire – with more details to follow soon.
Still in the news
Workshops – Hull - 26 Feb
Oh Yes Net Zero invite FSB members to consider their FREE Carbon Clinic workshops which are designed to help small, medium and micro businesses to start on the path to net zero by measuring their carbon footprint and creating an action plan.
Delivered by Oh Yes! member, and local decarbonisation consultancy, BACB Renewables, the workshop will guide you step-by-step and help you find solutions to challenges you encounter.
They will provide a template and suggest ideas to begin creating your organisation’s carbon reduction plan, along with helping you to identify actions tailored to your organisation.
These are small group based to support more in-depth support, and whether you’re only just thinking about net zero steps or looking to get to the next level – these workshops create the safe and supportive environment.
The next workshop is being held on 26 Feb, 1.30-4.30pm, at Reckitt, Hull.
Unltd Business Expo, Rotherham, 5 Mar
We are excited to announce that the FSB will be exhibiting at UnLTD Business Magazine’s Spring expo at the Magna Centre – and FSB members are being offered a 10% discount code EXP10 or EXPO10Large. Usual prices are £350 for small stand and £625 for a large.
But it’s not just about walking around the stands; there will be a range of content throughout the day including…
- A Breakfast Panel Discussion
- Two speed networking sessions
- A keynote speaker session from podcasting specialist James Marriot
- A guide to maximising your networking skills
- A live podcast interview with gaming entrepreneur
- Business mixer to end the day on a high
To find out more about the events; book your stand or your FREE visitor pass to the expo and events follow the link below:
More news and activity near you
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- North East England
- More from FSB Yorkshire, the Humber and the North East West
Get in touch
Your FSB Development Manager South & East Yorkshire and Humber is Paula Gouldthorpe. If you'd like to get in touch about any of the topics above, or if you have news and information about this area that you'd like to share, please get in touch.
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