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Monday, 16th November 2009

There are several options for delegates to network on the Monday evening, please see details below and book your place as indicated.

For those wishing to make up their own informal groups to go out for dinner, you can download a full list of Restaurants in Harrogate here.

 

Sparkling Starters at Viper Rooms  18.15 - 19.15

All delegates are invited for a pre-party hour hosted by SFEDI and ACT at the Viper Rooms on Parliament Street, about a 2 minute walk from Harrogate International Centre (HIC). Guests will be offered a complimentary glass of sparkling wine or an alcohol free fruit punch.

How do you book a place?

Call at the SFEDI stand in the Enterprise Expo (Hall D) to pick up your voucher.

How much is it?   It's FREE ... and you get a party bag when you leave!

Viper Rooms will remain open on a cash bar basis following your initial complimentary drink if delegates wish to stay longer before going out for dinner in informal groups.


International Networking.  17.30 - 18.30 in the Harrogate International Centre, Level 5 - Auditorium Foyer Bar. 

The Commonwealth Secretariat will welcome all international delegates to the UK and will facilitate introductions where needed.

This networking session is FREE - but you will have to buy your own drinks if needed!    Pre-booking and tickets are NOT needed for this event.

After this session you may wish to make up informal groups to go out to the wide selection of local hotels and restaurants for dinner - at your own expense - or take up the following invitation from IBC.


IBC Gala Dinner at Majestic Hotel from 19.30

The local Yorkshire & Humber branch of the Institute of Business Consulting invite delegates to attend their Gala Dinner commencing at 19.30 with reception drinks and networking, followed by a three-course dinner with celebrity guest speaker Rachel Elnaugh of Dragon's Den fame.

This is an excellent opportunity to network with entrepreneurs from around the UK and overseas in a social and friendly atmosphere at the Majestic Hotel, Ripon Road, Harrogate, a short walk from the HIC. Open to all delegates.

How do you book a place?

Send and e-mail to Graham Hales, Treasurer, IBC Y&H graham@dehalesassociates.co.uk

How much is it?  £28.75 inc VAT (payable to IBC)


The Alternative Board - drinks and light buffet at TAB Office 19.00 - 20.30

If you are based in The North of England or The Midlands, you might be interested to discuss franchising opportunities with The Alternative Board.

Do you find tremendous satisfaction in helping owners of privately held businesses achieve their vision of success? Are you looking for any of the following:

  • A profession in which you can apply your experience, aptitudes and strengths

  • Significant, consistent and predictable cash flow from membership subscriptions

  • Work / Life balance

  • Control over the hours you want to work

  • Equity-building with a viable exit strategy

  • A local client base with no required out-of-town travel

  • Long-term client relationships with a strong referral network

  • A protected territory for member marketing

  • Effective marketing methods, materials and support

  • Proven sales processes and support

  • Billing and other administrative support

How do you book a place?

Send an e-mail to Suzanne Bell, The Alternative Board sbell@thealternativeboard.co.uk 

How much is it?  It's FREE if you qualify


Global Entrepreneurship Week launch event

There are limited places available to attend the Global Entrepreneurship Week launch in Harrogate - visit www.gew.org.uk for more information.

If you are involved in the Youth Enterprise sector and would like a VIP invitation, please contact by e-mail:

Jane Walton, Head of Region - Yorkshire and Humber, Enterprise UK
jane@enterpriseuk.org

How much is it?  FREE for invited guests only

 

Queen's Awards Holders' VIP Dinner at Holiday Inn 19.00 for 19.30

Holders of the Queen's Award for Enterprise Promotion, our Major Sponsors, Plenary Speakers and other VIPs are invited to a private dinner to launch the International Association for Enterprise Promotion.

How do you book a place?

If you believe you also qualify for an invitation, please send an e-mail to Brian Dunsby, Convention Organiser at organiser@enterprisepromotion.org

How much is it?  FREE for invited guests only

Main Supporters

Queen's Awards for Enterprise

UKTI

NatWest

Business Link

Global Entrepreneurship Week

Yorkshire Forward

Leeds Metropolitan University

National Federation of Enterprise Agencies

Small Firms Enterprise Development Initiative

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