Go Succeed In The Community: Networking Coffee Morning with Lisburn Chamber of Commerce

This is your chance to hear first-hand experiences from business owners across different industries, each offering unique insights into growth, resilience, and innovation.

But that’s not all - this event isn’t just about listening; it’s about connecting. We’ll explore the power of networking, the importance of joining business support networks like Lisburn Chamber of Commerce, and how meaningful connections can drive your business forward.

You’ll also get the opportunity to discover what business support is available to you through the Go Succeed programme and Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council - providing vital resources to help you scale and succeed.

Guiding the conversation is Tina Calder who will lead discussions with our fantastic speaker lineup:

🎤 Anthony Sinclair – Founder, Sign Source
🎤 Denise Watson – Broadcaster & Journalist
🎤 Ruth Young – Founder, Ruthless Media & President, Lisburn Chamber of Commerce

Whether you're a start-up, an established business, or just beginning to explore entrepreneurship, this event will leave you informed, motivated, and better connected.

📅 Don’t miss this chance to learn from experienced professionals, expand your network, and take your business to the next level!

FEATURED ENTREPRENEURS

Anthony Sinclair - Sign Source

Anthony Sinclair is the founder of Sign Source, a business dedicated to teaching British Sign Language (BSL) and raising awareness of deaf culture and accessibility. With over 18 years of experience, Anthony is passionate about education, inclusion, and diversity, regularly speaking on topics such as leadership, mental health, and accessibility.

Born profoundly deaf into a family discouraged from using BSL, Anthony understands firsthand the life-changing benefits of sign language. A qualified teacher with a PGCE in teaching sign language, he has taught in schools across the UK, shaping Personal Development and Learning for Life and Work programmes. His approach is fun, informal, and engaging, making learning accessible for all.

Beyond education, Anthony is a sports enthusiast and a gold medalist in tennis at the Deaflympics. Through Sign Source, his goal is to make learning BSL easy, affordable, and accessible, ensuring greater inclusion for the deaf community.

Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-sinclair-bb75a31a2

Denise Watson - Broadcaster & Journalist

Denise Watson has been a prominent voice in TV and radio broadcasting in Northern Ireland for over 30 years. She spent 17 years at BBC Northern Ireland as a sports presenter and reporter, fronting Final Score, covering Irish League football, and reporting pitchside for Gaelic Football’s The Championship show. In 2007, she was awarded CIPR Sports Journalist of the Year for her exclusive story on Armagh GAA star Oisín McConville’s gambling addiction.

In 2013, Denise moved to UTV, presenting and reporting on sport for UTV Live, before joining U105’s Breakfast Show in 2016 alongside Maurice Jay, where she remains a flagship presenter. She also reports on Northern Ireland’s international football matches for Talksport, a national UK radio station.

A passionate advocate for women’s sport, Denise regularly hosts sports awards and charity events. Outside of work, she enjoys walking her dog Eddie, reading autobiographies, and supporting her daughters in sport and musical theatre.

Connect with Denise on LinkedIn >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-watson-4382992b

Ruth Young - Ruthless Media & President Lisburn Chamber of Commerce

Ruth Young, founder of Ruthless Media, is a Chartered Marketer with over 20 years of experience spanning the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

Since launching her business in 2019, Ruth has supported over 400 organisations across the UK and Ireland, helping them maximise their social media impact through tailored training, strategy development, and paid advertising management. In this session, Ruth will share her personal journey into entrepreneurship, detailing the challenges she faced transitioning from a career in youth work and family support to running a successful digital marketing agency.

With a passion for building engaged online communities and empowering businesses to take control of their social media presence, Ruth’s story is one of resilience, adaptability, and innovation.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights into overcoming barriers and leveraging digital tools to drive business growth.

Connect with Ruth on LinkedIn >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/youngruth

Tina Calder – Excalibur Press

Tina Calder is a seasoned marketing strategist, mentor, and AI trainer, specialising in helping businesses craft compelling messages, enhance their brand visibility, and drive measurable results. As the founder and Chief Vision Officer of Excalibur Press, she has extensive experience mentoring entrepreneurs and organisations.

As a business mentor and delivery agent for the Go Succeed in the Community Tina is passionate about guiding entrepreneurs to maximise their marketing and business potential.

Tina’s career began 30 years ago in journalism and media, where she gained invaluable insights into audience engagement and media strategy.

In her imposter syndrome talk Tina will speak openly and frankly about how she battled and still battles imposter syndrome throughout her life and share with you the secrets to becoming resilient and winning the battle.

Connect with Tina on LinkedIn >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinacalder

This event is part of our series of roadshows, networking events and coffee mornings Go Succeed In The Community Lisburn & Castlereagh will give you the opportunity to learn from local entrepreneurs who are revealing their success stories and top tips for business growth.

Join us as we team up with the Lisburn Chamber of Commerce for an inspiring and energising session in which local entrepreneurs will reveal their journey to success and how they juggle the responsibilities of business and motherhood.

This event offers a unique opportunity to:

• Hear stories from local entrepreneurs as to how they built their business
• Get actionable advice on how to lean on your network for professional growth and support
• The importance of being part of a support system within entrepreneurship
• Participate in an interactive Q&A session to address your business challenges and goals.

Whether you're looking to expand your network, enhance your personal brand, or connect with like-minded professionals, this event is your chance to learn from one of the best in the business.

This coffee morning event will also give you an insight into what resources and support are available locally to support your journey into business or in the development of your business.

You will hear how the Go Succeed programme can empower your business journey. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur taking your first steps, aiming to grow an established business, or ready to scale to the next level, we’ll tell you how you can get access to our team of industry experts who can provide you with personalised support and practical guidance to help you achieve your business goals.

This event is delivered as part of the Go Succeed Community Outreach programme, and brought to you by Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council.

Go Success is an enterprise support service which provides tailored advice and guidance to meet the individual needs of entrepreneurs and businesses.

CONNECT WITH YOUR COUNCIL

Facebook >> www.facebook.com/LisburnCastlereagh

LinkedIn >> www.linkedin.com/company/lisburn-city-council

Twitter >> x.com/lisburnccc

Instagram >> www.instagram.com/lisburnccc/

Check out our website >> www.lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk/w/business-programmes

FIND OUT MORE…

Are you interested in finding out what other events we have coming up in the Go Succeed In The Community series?

Check out our COLLECTIONS PAGE for more information or email Tina projects@excaliburpress.co.uk

Places are limited, register today. Don’t miss your chance to build and grow your business.

Register now and take the next step toward business success with Go Succeed in Lisburn & Castlereagh