Humber Business Week launch to celebrate 20 years of ‘connecting and inspiring’ local companies

Humber Business Week is planning to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2024 and is to launch its eagerly anticipated programme for this year at a special event next month. The annual ‘festival’ of business events returns in the first week of June, and new chair Pat Coyle says time will be taken to reflect on how businesses across the Humber region have made the week a success, and envied from...

HullBID boss highlights resilience and optimism in upbeat message to awards audience

The head of HullBID delivered an upbeat message about progress based on partnerships as member businesses gathered for the organisation’s annual awards. Kathryn Shillito, HullBID executive director who this year marks 15 years at the helm of the body, highlighted projects which have already brought improvements to the city centre with the regeneration of key sites including Whitefriargate and...

Bondholders launches extensive programme to redefine ‘Humber place narrative’

At a critical time of renewed confidence and transformation for the region, Future Humber (Bondholders) has begun an extensive programme of work to redefine the Humber Place Narrative. The narrative holds significant potential to enhance regional promotion and attract inward investment, providing a unified message on 'Why the Humber' – a necessity for diverse sectors, businesses, and...

Shortlist revealed for 2024 HullBID Awards

Businesses in Hull city centre are buzzing with excitement after HullBID announced the shortlists for its awards, which are now in their 10th year. HullBID executive director Kathryn Shillito said member businesses have again submitted an array of high-calibre submissions for each of the 10 categories, with the independent judges also facing the task of selecting a special recognition winner...

Firms ‘of all sizes’ invited to Humber Business Week planning meeting

Businesses are being urged to attend an open planning meeting for Humber Business Week 2024 later this month as organisers place a focus on attracting ‘new faces and fresh ideas’ for this year’s week long ‘festival’ of business. In will be the first year under the leadership of experienced marketeer Pat Coyle as chair, who says the steering group – local business figures who volunteer their time...