Shaping The Future of Newcastle-under-Lyme
NUL Shaping The Future Business Festival
The 2025 Newcastle-under-Lyme Business Festival brought together over twenty workshops and activities across five themed days, supported by around twenty expert speakers and panellists. Events took place in more than a dozen venues across the town – from Keele University and Newcastle College to King Street Studios, the Guildhall, Castle House, and the Philip Astley Centre – alongside open-door businesses and vibrant market showcases. With keynote talks, drop-in advice sessions, creative workshops, networking forums and live entertainment, the week-long programme offered a unique mix of learning, inspiration, and community connection.
2025 Guest Speakers
25+
Workshops & Activities
Five themed days of keynote speakers, training sessions, drop-ins, showcases and interactive events.
20
Speakers & Panellists
Industry leaders, entrepreneurs and creatives shared their expertise through keynotes, panels and talks.
14
Local Venues Supported
From Keele in Town to Phillip Astley Centre several spaces across town hosted events, talks and workshops.
What Attendees Say
Discover genuine feedback from past festival attendees sharing their inspiring connections and valuable insights gained.
Attending NUL Shaping The Future opened doors to exciting collaborations and fresh business ideas.
Maria Lopez
Marketing Director
The festival’s organization and expert speakers truly elevated our business strategies to the next level.
James Carter
Startup Founder
An outstanding event that delivered both networking opportunities and actionable industry knowledge.
Sophia Nguyen
Business Consultant
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