Wakefield First are delighted to announce Huddersfield Business School, part of the University of Huddersfield, as the official headline sponsor for the first ever Connect Wakefield event running from the 14th to 16th of June 2022.

Connect Wakefield is the new Economic wellbeing and business support event for Wakefield businesses that will take place over three days in June with six events in hot topics for business such as start-up & growth, sustainability, future cities and more which will take place across the district, including Wakefield city centre and Pontefract.

Connect Wakefield has been organised with the aim of supporting businesses to achieve growth in a post-pandemic climate, celebrating Wakefield district as a place to do business, and providing a platform for businesses to connect with each other to build beneficial connections.

“Huddersfield Business School is committed to driving growth by working with local authorities, communities, and service providers to help create an environment that supports businesses in the district. From helping to develop a diverse, highly skilled talent pool, to sharing our expertise and insights with other local businesses, we aim to help cement Wakefield as a key place to do business” Director of External Engagement, Professor Liz Towns-Andrews OBE

 

 

Huddersfield Business School has an excellent track record of working in partnership with a wide range of organisations in private, public, and voluntary sectors and are there to support businesses and organisations of all sizes, large and small.

They work at the forefront of business knowledge and provide insight across many different industries. Through their expertise, they offer tailored bespoke research opportunities, consultancy, and training and development.

Huddersfield Business School will be involved in various events at #ConnectWF & and we are looking forward to working together to provide business support for Wakefield Businesses from all sectors.

To connect with Huddersfield Business School visit their LinkedIn page here.

For all regular Connect Wakefield event updates and key announcements visit our dedicated page here.