Hear from local people
Monthly talks are part of the plan: honest stories, useful lessons and ideas from people doing things nearby.
Taking shape in Teesside
An idea you can’t shake. A problem worth solving. A business you want to move forward. Find good people, fresh perspectives and a practical next step.

You don’t need a polished pitch. Just something you care about.
Monthly talks are part of the plan: honest stories, useful lessons and ideas from people doing things nearby.
Bring your question, share what you know, and meet people who see things differently.
Practical learning around business, technology and AI — shaped by what the community needs.
You might run a café, work from home, support a charity, or have an idea that hasn’t found its feet yet. If you want to solve a problem or make something happen, you’re welcome here.
You bring the spark.
We’ll make room forDifferent backgrounds.
Shared curiosity.
A stronger Teesside.
First Teesside meet-up
A local story. A useful conversation.
Your next step.
Date and venue to be announced.
Alasdair’sI’m a Teesside-based thinking partner and problem solver. I help people make sense of complicated things, use technology well, and build the confidence to take ideas forward.
More about Ask Alasdair“Curious people
build brighter places.”
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