Making a difference
At FADNE we pride ourselves on getting things done. We network, lobby and cajole and collaborate with major stakeholders locally and nationally to ensure the voice and interests the North East food, drink and hospitality sector is heard and acted upon. Here are some of the things we’ve been up to lately.
Food and Drink North East releases its 2024 State of the Sector report
Food and Drink North East releases its 2024 State of Sector report, helping to build a clearer picture of what is required to create a more resilient and sustainable food economy in the North East of England.
Terry Laybourne joins Food and Drink North East’s Non-Executive Board of Directors
Food and Drink North East is delighted to announce the addition of renowned chef, restaurateur and director of 21 Hospitality Group, Terry Laybourne, to its board of directors.
Register a place on the January 2025 Speaking From Experience programme
Food and Drink North East is delighted to be partnering with NBSL to deliver a fully-funded individual skills programme for the North East food and drink sector.
Food and Drink North East celebrates the strength of local supply chains with managing director of Booths, Nigel Murray
Food and Drink North East (FADNE) hosted over 30 local businesses from across the North East’s vibrant food and drink industry for an exclusive evening of insights, inspiration, and community at its quarterly Room With A View event.
1:1 Improving Productivity sessions for County Durham businesses
Limited places available for 1:1 sessions based on our popular Improving Productivity programme, offering a flexible solution for food, drink and hospitality businesses in the County Durham area.
North East programme, Beyond the Kitchen Table, equips artisans and SMEs for business growth
Having run for the third time this Autumn, thanks to funding by North East Combined Authority, NewcastleGateshead Initiative and NBSL, a group of small business owners from across the North East have been able to learn what they need to do to get their brand and products ready for retail.
Managing director of Booths, Nigel Murray, to be the guest speaker at Food and Drink North East’s next Room With A View event
The next Room With A View event, taking place later this month on Friday 25th October with feature Nigel Murray, managing director of Booths, as the guest speaker. Nigel will explore how the North East’s vibrant food and retail brands can transcend borders, showcasing the potential for regional businesses to grow and succeed beyond the local market.
Food and Drink North East running a programme of business support in the Tees Valley area
Join us for a series of fully funded workshops specifically designed to support food and drink businesses across the Tees Valley. These sessions will provide practical insights and tools to help you navigate the current landscape and improve your business’s resilience and performance.
Food and Drink North East announces exciting partnership with Lockton Insurance Brokers
Lockton’s comprehensive suite of insurance services is expected to offer tailored solutions that address the unique challenges faced by food and drink producers in the North East. As FADNE continues to support and champion the region’s food and drink sector, this partnership with Lockton is poised to further solidify its mission of fostering growth, resilience, and innovation among its members.
FADNE Consultation and Sector Survey by FADNE CEO and Founder, Chris Jewitt
With a change in government and the recent election of a new regional Mayor, there has never been a more opportune moment for FADNE to influence regional industrial strategy. Please complete this 5-minute anonymous survey which will provide us with the intelligence we need to make our case to the region’s MPs and decision-makers.
Food and Drink North East Welcome Ringtons for Business as a FADNE Partner
“Welcoming Ringtons for Business as a FADNE partner is a significant milestone,” says Chris Jewitt, CEO of FADNE. “Their deep-rooted history and heritage in the North East and passion for excellence align perfectly with our mission to grow the undervalued reputation of the North East food and drink sector, by celebrating the region’s iconic brands, people and places.”
Open Call for Food Retailers & Wholesalers to Attend Event at Newcastle University
The event will be structured by points on the supply chain, with clusters of agricultural suppliers, land managers and consultancies, food producers, food retailers and public and institutional organisations.
