Business Innings Breakfast Networking Event

Business Innings Breakfast Networking Event

We are thrilled to invite you to the inaugural Business Innings Breakfast Networking Event at Sheffield Collegiate Cricket Club. This event marks the beginning of a series of quarterly gatherings aimed at uniting local businesses, sponsors, and cricket enthusiasts. By fostering connections through our shared passion for cricket, we aim to build a stronger, more vibrant community. These regular events will not only celebrate the sport we love but also support the development of our junior and women & girls’ teams, enhance our adult teams, and fund projects that benefit the entire community. Together, we can create a better sporting future and ensure the continued success of Sheffield Collegiate Cricket Club.

We are asking for a voluntary donation towards the cost of the food and drinks of £5 per business.

Event Schedule:

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM: Arrival and Breakfast

• Guests arrive and enjoy breakfast pastries and bacon sandwiches, as well as a selection of drinks.
• Networking opportunities among sponsors, collegiate members, and local businesses.

9:00 AM - 9:15 AM: Welcome Address

• Speaker: Mark Longley, Chairman of Sheffield Collegiate Cricket Club (SCCC)
• Overview of the club's history, achievements, and vision for the future.

9:15 AM - 9:45 AM: Keynote Presentation

• Speaker: Representative from SMH Group, Leading Sponsor
• Topic: Advantages of sponsoring Sheffield Collegiate Cricket Club and the impact on the community.

9:45 AM - 10:00 AM: Club Insights

• Speaker: Nick Gaywood, Sheffield Collegiate and England Over 60s
• An overview of his playing and coaching career, including representing England Over 60s, and the role that club sports play in developing communities.

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM: Networking Session

• Attendees engage in discussions, share ideas, and explore collaboration opportunities.

10:30 AM - 10:45 AM: Closing Remarks

• Speaker: Mark Longley, Chairman of SCCC
• Acknowledgements and closing thoughts.

10:45 AM - 11:00 AM: Final Networking and Departure

• Final opportunity for networking before the event concludes.

RSVP Information:

To secure your place at this special event, please RSVP by 23rd February using this Eventbrite Listing.

About Sheffield Collegiate Cricket Club:

Established in 1881, Sheffield Collegiate Cricket Club has been a cornerstone of cricket in South Yorkshire. The club boasts an illustrious history and is widely respected for nurturing exceptional cricketing talent. Notably, England international Joe Root, leading run-scorer among all active batsmen for England, and his brother Billy Root both began their cricketing journeys on our hallowed grounds. Michael Vaughan, the former England captain who led the team to an iconic Ashes victory in 2005, also honed his skills at Sheffield Collegiate, as did Richard Kettleborough, who played for Yorkshire and Middlesex, now an International Umpire, named Umpire of the Year 2015 by the ICC Elite Panel.

The Sponsors and Supporters Breakfast will highlight the vital role played by local businesses and individuals in the club’s continued success. Sheffield Collegiate remains committed to fostering a love for cricket at all levels, with teams ranging from junior to senior, and initiatives to promote inclusivity and community engagement.

Mark Longley, Club Chairman, shared his excitement about the event: "This breakfast is an opportunity to thank our sponsors and supporters who have stood by us over the years and to strengthen the bonds with local businesses that make Sheffield Collegiate more than just a cricket club - it’s a community. Together, we’re ensuring a bright future for cricket and business in Sheffield and surrounding areas.”

Host or Publisher Sheffield Collegiate Cricket Club (SCCC)