Newcastle First Business Networking
Connect with Newcastle's business community at our relaxed, informal networking event. Grow your network, share ideas, and put Newcastle first!
Welcome to Newcastle First
A relaxed, informal gathering for local business leaders who want to put Newcastle first, share ideas, and explore new opportunities for collaboration. All business sectors welcome.
Ready to Join Us?
Secure your free spot at the next Newcastle First networking event. Meet local business leaders, share ideas, and help shape the future of our business community.
Book Your Free TicketWhy Newcastle?
Newcastle is the beating heart of the North East — home to world-class universities, a thriving tech and creative sector, and a business community full of ambition.
The opportunity is enormous. Newcastle is ready to become the powerhouse of business networking across the entire North East region.
Learn More →Building a community that generates real opportunity
We're building a business community that is first and foremost supportive — and in turn becomes progressive and generative. Generating sales, generating income, and generating real opportunities for businesses across the region.
Bridging ambition & experience
We want to connect emerging young entrepreneurs with established, experienced business leaders — bridging the gap and creating a network where everyone grows together.
Alongside our networking events, we're launching three pillars that will form the lifeblood of what we're building — and expanding across the North East.
Together, these three pillars will empower Newcastle
…to fulfil its potential as the first place you come to do business in the North East.
Networking
Free monthly coffee mornings and varied events in rotating Newcastle venues — building community, one connection at a time.
Live NowAwards
The North East High Street Heroes Awards — recognising and celebrating the businesses that make our high streets thrive.
Nominations Now OpenPodcast
A regional podcast spotlighting the stories, insights, and voices driving business forward across the North East.
In ProductionThe businesses that make Newcastle First possible
Our sponsors believe in what we're building. Without their support, Newcastle First wouldn't exist. Please support the businesses that support us.
The Ironing Man
Fast, friendly ironing & laundry with collection and delivery across Newcastle.
Visit WebsiteLumo
Affordable, all-electric train travel between London, Newcastle, Edinburgh & Glasgow.
Visit WebsiteRoam
Your gateway to everything local — connecting residents, businesses and communities across the North East.
Visit WebsiteNorth East BIC
Space to build a better business — offices, co-working, labs and meeting rooms across Sunderland, Darlington & Washington.
Visit WebsiteNE Hotels Association
Representing and supporting the hospitality sector across the entire North East region.
Visit WebsiteSurgotech Solutions
Helping businesses unlock potential through smart technology and proven process improvement.
Visit WebsiteInterested in sponsoring Newcastle First?
hello@first-connections.co.uk
Our Social Value
Newcastle First isn't just about business cards and handshakes. We're here to create real, lasting social value for our community.
Inspiring Stories
We'll be introducing guests with inspiring stories — real people doing great work in our region, sharing their journeys to motivate and energise the room.
Great Ideas Deserve Support
You don't need a business degree to have a brilliant idea. We're here to help those with passion and vision prosper — even if they're just getting started.
Celebrating Community Heroes
Through our High Street Heroes Awards, we shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes making a real difference on our high streets and in our communities.
Coaches & Connections
We'll be making introductions to business coaches and likeminded individuals — connecting you with the right people to take your ideas to the next level.