Breakfast Networking + Olympic Baton Relay Celebration
Start your day with purpose, connection…and be part of something much bigger.
As a proud partner of Team GB and ParalympicsGB, NatWest is bringing the Olympic Baton Relay to Sunderland and you’re invited to be part of the moment.
Together with the North East BIC, we’re kicking things off with a vibrant breakfast networking event, before welcoming the relay team into the city for a celebration you won’t want to miss.
What to expect
Breakfast & Networking (8:30am – 10:30am)
- Fresh tea, coffee, great conversations & Deep North donuts
- Connect with founders, leaders & the regional ecosystem
- Hear key updates shaping the North East
Guest Speakers
- Nickie Kilkenny, NatWest Accelerator
- Aly Dixon, Foundation of Light
- Sharon Appleby, Sunderland BID
Gain insight into the regional landscape, community impact, and opportunities ahead.
The Baton Relay Moment (Stick around!)
At approximately 11:45am (timings are fluid depending on the riders), we’ll:
- Welcome the Baton Relay cyclists into Sunderland
- Experience a high-energy celebration moment
- Enjoy a live performance from Ace Dance School
(Think Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders energy… it’s going to be BIG)
Why this matters
This event forms part of NatWest’s Go for it! Challenge – a four-year initiative leading up to the 2028 Olympics, designed to:
- Support colleague wellbeing
- Raise funds for charity
- Build stronger connections across our regions and communities
This isn’t just a networking event – it’s a chance to be part of a national movement with local impact.
Why you need to be there
- Be part of a once-in-a-moment Baton Relay arrival
- Hear from inspiring regional leaders and athletes
- Connect with a dynamic, growth-focused community
- Experience the energy, pride, and celebration first-hand
Spaces are limited – secure your place now.
And trust us… you’ll want to stay for what happens next.