ABCurry Club Highlights - 27th March 2024 This month's ABCurry Club gathering celebrated another evening of inclusion here in the North East both in discussion and dining. Hosted in the very cool and relaxed Knights Bar by Samuel Knight International, the Curry Club had another impressive turnout of about 40 guests. It was great to see some familiar and regular faces, helping connect, support and promote what we do, alongside some new faces who we enjoyed connecting with. Everyone seemed so relaxed and engaged. A great mix of different people, businesses and cultures - a true inclusive n ..read more

Every day, the light of the sun reminds us we are alive, and that we owe a debt of gratitude to God for a new day, for the opportunity to begin again, to strive towards what we are destined to be. Easter is the greatest story ever told of a new day for humanity, where humility and loving service ushers’ mankind into a divine relationship with God. Each year, Christians welcome this event with a call to self-denial, a period of Lent, which often coincides with the Ramadan fast by Muslims. I have often paused to question if this was God’s way of calling us to reflect on the meaning of life? The ..read more

Discover Ammar Mirza CBE's week: A focus on skills - helping individuals and organisations realise their ambitions and raise their aspirations Ammar had a busy week connecting, supporting, and promoting the whole community in the North East. North East LEP Business Advisory Board: The week kicked off with Ammar chairing the Business Advisory Board with regional trade bodies and sectors leads all coming together to inform business support opportunities through Devolution.  There are significant opportunities to help better shape business support and Colin Bell - Director of Business Supp ..read more

Inclusion By Default Highlights - 25th January 2024 At the heart of this week's journey at ABC was the Inclusion by Default Conference Day, a beacon of inspiration and unity. Led by our Chairman Ammar Mirza CBE, the day began with an energetic welcome that set the stage for a series of profound and impactful discussions. Energising Talks and Insightful Discussions: Dr. Henry Kippin took us through the nuances of driving optimal performance under the #GoodWorkPledge. He underscored the importance of inclusion in fostering a supportive environment, applauding #ABConnexions for its ro ..read more

ABCurry Club Highlights - 18th January 2024 Did you attend our ABCurry Club event at ,,Newcastle University Business School this month?  If not, let us show you what you missed... Imagine a Business Network event filled with delicious food, genuine connections, and thought-provoking discussions.  That's exactly what happened - and usually happens at our ABCurry Clubs! Our Chairman, ,,Ammar Mirza CBE, ignited a collective brainstorm as he took the stage, leading the charge on inclusion. With our Inclusion By Default Conference and an Expo on the horizon, he urged everyone to share th ..read more

Discover Ammar Mirza CBE's week: Unveiling achievements, illuminating the North East's vitality, and nurturing inclusivity in every step! Following his participation in a workshop with civic and business leaders, facilitated by the Royal Society last week, Ammar had a busy week connecting, supporting, and promoting the whole community in the North East. Scaling Up - On Monday, Ammar was part of a scale-up institute catch-up, helping develop and deliver the scale-up strategy for the region with other patterners. Ammar is the SME representative for the NELEP and plays a critical ..read more

Discover Ammar Mirza CBE's week: A journey of accomplishments, showcasing the North East's energy and dedication to fostering inclusivity! Following his visit to the oldest church in Newcastle, St Andrews, and spreading The message of Inclusion & Innovation last week, Ammar had a busy week connecting, supporting, and promoting the whole community in the North East. Health and Life Science Collaborations: Our Chairman, Ammar, has been actively engaging with Saudi and local partners to explore opportunities in the health and life science sector. This includes a thorough review of the Early ..read more

Discover Ammar Mirza CBE's week: A journey of accomplishments, showcasing the North East's energy and dedication to fostering inclusivity! Following his visit to Saudi Arabia last week, Ammar has had a busy week connecting, supporting and promoting the whole community in the North East. Showcasing the North East to our Saudi guests: Ammar continued to proudly engage and showcase the North East to our Saudi visitors at the Newcastle V Chelsea Match, sponsored by the business partner for Airview park. It was a pleasure to watch Newcastle to beat Chelsea 4-1 – clearly a lucky sign that our inve ..read more

Discover Ammar Mirza CBE's week: International expansion, innovative collaborations, and inclusive leadership in action Following his visit to Saudi Arabia last week, Ammar has had a busy week connecting, supporting and promoting the whole community in the North East. Showcasing North East's Strengths to Shurfah Representatives: This week, Ammar proudly presented the North East's unique qualities to Ahmed Al Bedaie, Muntaser Kalahji, and Nabil Alrajeh from Shurfah. Their discussions centered on global growth plans driven by innovation and education, reflecting the region's capabilities in th ..read more

ABCurry Club Highlights - 23rd November 2023 Last night we held another of our popular ABCurry Clubs, and we are thrilled to share some of the highlights with you. Hosted by the Army Reserve Centre, 101 Regiment in Kingston Park, it was an evening of enthusiasm and warmth. As attendees arrived, the venue buzzed with excitement, setting the stage for an unforgettable night. The event was a testament to the vibrant community spirit and the commitment to supporting our armed forces. Armed Forces Covenant Signings: One of the standout moments of the evening was witnessing nine attendees sign the ..read more