The Biz Club July Lunch with Nick Allen

Artificial Intelligence – What’s it all about for SME’s ? Nick Allen is a Biz Club regular, a strategic consultant, and the founder of Launchpadd Architects and, as of 2024, Launchpadd AI. With deep expertise in design, digital strategy, and AI-driven innovation, Nick helps SMEs harness the power of artificial intelligence to work smarter and […]

The Biz Club July Lunch with guest speaker Neil O’Brien OBE MP

Last Friday’s Rutland Biz Club Luncheon was another standout event, bringing together local business leaders, entrepreneurs, and friends for an afternoon of lively conversation, insight, and inspiration. We were honoured to welcome Neil O’Brien MP as our guest speaker. Neil delivered a refreshingly candid and thoughtful address, sharing his views on the current economic and […]

Edward Baines 1942 – 2025

On behalf of the Biz Club, I want to express our heartfelt condolences to Edward’s family and friends following the sad news of his passing. Edward was a longstanding supporter of the Biz Club and a well-respected figure within the wider community. His commitment to public service was evident in the many roles he undertook […]

Bridging Technology and Community: Paul Hartshorn at the 2025 St. George’s Day Luncheon

On 25 April, Biz Club members convened at the Falcon Hotel for our annual St. George’s Day luncheon, made particularly memorable by our guest speaker, Paul Hartshorn. A seasoned IT consultant, councillor, and community advocate, Paul delivered an engaging presentation that left a lasting impression on all present. He opened with reflections on his early […]

Biz Club Luncheon: A Friday to Remember

Last Friday’s Biz Club luncheon was an inspiring and invigorating event that left a lasting impression on all who attended. We had the distinct honor of hosting Baronees Sandeep Verma, whose candid and insightful discussion on the intersections of business and politics resonated deeply with our community. Sandeep shared her unique perspectives, drawing from real-world […]

A Fond Farewell to Shane: Marking an End of a Chapter

As the Biz Club continues to grow and evolve, we want to take a moment to acknowledge the incredible contributions of Shane, who has made the decision to step down as President. While it’s always difficult to say goodbye to a leader who has given so much, we’re filled with gratitude for all that Shane […]

A great insight in to recent polictics and Whitehall

The Biz Club was honored to welcome the Chris Heaton-Harris as our guest speaker at this week’s luncheon. His engaging and insightful speech captivated the audience, offering fresh perspectives on key topics ranging from economic policy to innovation and resilience in business. Chris’s passion, clarity, and humor left a lasting impression, sparking lively discussions among […]

A Festive Luncheon with Hope Against Cancer

This December, the Biz Club hosted its annual Christmas Luncheon, a much-anticipated event bringing together local business leaders and community members to celebrate the festive season. This year, we were privileged to welcome Nigel Rose, Chief Executive of Hope Against Cancer, as our guest speaker. Nigel’s heartfelt and inspiring talk left a lasting impression on […]

David Palmer – Retired Teacher

The Biz Club would like to extend a warm thank you to David for his outstanding presentation at our November meeting. David, who recently retired after an extraordinary forty-year teaching career—all spent at LGS Stoneygate School—shared his reflections on the evolution of education, the changing dynamics of children and parents, and a treasure trove of […]