Kraken Networking – The Word, South Shields
The Word, National Centre for the Written Word, Market Place, South Shields NE33 1JF

Organiser

Event Type

  • Networking or Meetup
  • Seminar or Talk

Date and Times

November 18, 2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Real World or Virtual

In Person Event

Attendees

Anyone is welcome to register

Ticket

£5.67
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About this event

Kraken Networking – The Word, South Shields

Get “kraken” and join us for a unique business networking event that will enable you to elevate your business to the next level. Open to all, this event is designed to inspire, motivate, and connect like-minded entrepreneurs.

Agenda

  • 10:00 – 11:00 Arrival and Networking
  • 11:00 – 11:30 Speaker and Questions
  • 11:30 – 12:00 More networking and 1-2-1s

Highlights

  • 2 hours of networking and learning
  • Inspirational guest speaker
  • Free venue parking
  • Doors open at 09:45
  • No refunds

Speaker

Laurie Stirling – Business Exit Strategist with over 20 years’ experience as an entrepreneur, CFO, and COO in the creative and technology industries. Laurie helps business owners transform their companies so they no longer rely solely on them, enabling scaling, delegation, and sustainability. Creator of The Step Back to Scale System and winner of the 2024 Global CFO Business Award for Strategic Planning Business Leader of the Year.

Host

Caroline Hagan – Digital Consultant with 20+ years of experience, certified with Google and Meta. She supports small businesses and charities across the UK with free and affordable digital resources.

About Us

This event is run as a non-profit, with all proceeds covering venue and refreshment costs. Our mission is to support local businesses and strengthen the community.

Get Kraken CIC works to reduce the digital divide in the region by delivering digital skills training, webinars, workshops, and 1-2-1 support. As a local Databank, we also provide free internet access to income-deprived communities.

Venue and Location

The Word, National Centre for the Written Word, Market Place, South Shields NE33 1JF