About this Event
How healthy is the North East's technology sector?
Join Sunderland Software City for the final North East Tech Quarterly of 2026, examining the performance, developments and direction of the region's technology economy.
We'll bring together the latest sector data, business developments and perspectives from across the ecosystem to explore sector developments with a nod ahead to 2027.
Director of Ecosystem Development, Jamie Hardesty will open with a data-led presentation examining annual sector data, including investment activity, business growth, innovation, policy and the wider conditions shaping the industry.
We'll then bring together a panel of technology founders, investors and ecosystem leaders to interrogate the findings, share their experiences and discuss the opportunities and challenges ahead.
What to Expect
- The latest data and developments shaping the North East's technology economy.
- Insights into investment, business growth and innovation.
- A panel discussion examining the health and direction of the sector.
- An opportunity to contribute to the conversation and connect with others across the ecosystem.
Whether you're building a technology business, investing in the region or helping shape its economic future, North East Tech Quarterly offers an opportunity to understand the bigger picture and contribute to an informed discussion about where we go next.
Free to attend. Registration required.
Further Information
At Sunderland Software City, we support and grow the North East tech sector by helping people explore careers, start businesses and grow their organisations.
If you have any questions regarding this event, please get in touch with our team by emailing [email protected]
Event venue & nearby stays
The Catalyst, The Catalyst, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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