Humber Business Week 2026 - North Bank Programme Launch

The event marks the countdown to Humber Business Week 2026 - giving you the opportunity to explore the programme early, meet the people behind it, and start planning how you'll get involved. With new events being added all the time, it's also the perfect moment to get your plans in place and maximise your visibility across Humber Business Week channels.

The evening begins with informal networking in the Hull University Business School (HUBS) reception, before moving into the Allam Lecture Theatre for a short programme of insight and discussion. You'll get an early look at what's planned for Humber Business Week 2026, alongside perspectives on the role of business, leadership and collaboration in driving growth across the region.

We're delighted to welcome Dr Alan Raw as keynote speaker.

Dr Alan Raw is a former BBC broadcaster and co-founder of BBC Introducing, as well as a published author, cultural catalyst, entrepreneur and sustainability practitioner.

Working at the intersection of creativity, business and environmental systems, Alan will challenge us to think differently about the future of the Humber.

His talk will explore:

• What kind of future we want to create for our region
• The role each of us can play in shaping it
• How sustainability, culture and collaboration can unlock new opportunities.

Rather than viewing environmental change as a challenge alone, Alan will reframe it as a catalyst for innovation, long-term thinking and collective action.

Why attend?

• Be the first to see the Humber Business Week 2026 programme - discover the events, themes and opportunities taking place across the region
• Hear from leading voices - gain insight from Dr Alan Raw and regional leaders shaping Humber's future
• Make valuable connections - network with businesses, partners and organisers from across sectors
• Explore new opportunities - find ways to get involved, collaborate and contribute to the week.

A special thank you to The Business Day for sponsoring our welcome drinks.

Running order

• Doors open 5pm. Guests advised to arrive 5-5.30pm, for talks starting at 6pm
• 5-6pm: networking - HUBS reception
• From 5.50pm: guests move to Allam Lecture Theatre
• 6pm: welcome and programme overview
• 6.15pm: keynote - Dr Alan Raw
• 6.30pm: Q&A and close.

Be part of Humber Business Week 2026

Humber Business Week is more than a programme of events - it's a platform for ideas, collaboration and shared ambition.

Whether you're hosting an event, attending for the first time, or looking to expand your network, this is your opportunity to get involved.

Be in the room as connections are made and opportunities begin.

Save the date for Humber Business Week 2026

1 - 5 June 2026

For 22 years, Humber Business Week has been driving ambition, innovation, and opportunity in our remarkable region. Now, it's time to take it even further.

Be part of something extraordinary - join us on 22 April and help shape the future of business in the Humber.