Meerkat Professional Network

05/01/2026

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A historic, brilliantly engineered and visually stunning railway, the Settle–Carlisle Line cuts across the Pennines from Settle in Yorkshire to Carlisle.

21/11/2025

Don’t just react to the Autumn Budget - Get Ahead with Kinsella HR Solutions Ltd.

The 26 November 2025 UK Autumn Budget brings big changes for HR, payroll, and workforce management. Employers face rising NI contributions (from 13.8% to 15%) and a reduced threshold (£5,000), meaning higher payroll costs. The National Living Wage rises to £12.21 per hour, the real living wage to £12.71 in April 2026 and statutory sick pay and family benefits also increase.

The Employment Rights Bill expands flexible working from day one and reforms sick pay. New government funding supports skills and apprenticeships, but sector pressures and compliance demands are rising.

Now is the time to update your strategy and policies. Kinsella HR Solutions Ltd offers tailored support, policy reviews, and workforce planning. Book a free 20-minute consultation [email protected]/s/FM2UdBKzbkeJ2hE_X1IZtg2" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/book/[email protected]/s/FM2UdBKzbkeJ2hE_X1IZtg2 or call 07778069235 to empower your business and ensure you stay compliant and competitive

16/08/2025

Invitation to Meerkat Business Networking Event: Curry Club

We are delighted to invite you to our next exclusive Meerkat Business networking event, Curry Club, at the renowned Stanwix Tandoori, Carlisle.

This event promises a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share insights, and build valuable relationships, all while enjoying a fabulous curry in a relaxed and vibrant atmosphere.

Event Details:

Date: Wednesday 01 October 2025
Time: 18.00pm
Venue: Stanwix Tandoori, Stanwix, Carlisle
Price: £25 - appetisers, mains & sides (poppadom's, mix starters, 3 mains something sweet, medium & hot, (vegan and vegetarian catered for) sides vegetables, rice and naan)

Join us for an evening of excellent networking, delightful cuisine, and the chance to forge new business connections.

Use this link to book your place
https://lnkd.in/eVH_VqWi

We look forward to seeing you there!
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30/05/2025

Tonight’s the Night: Help Set Me Free for a Great Cause!

Tonight, I’m bravely stepping into a “hostage situation” with the amazing youth at our church! I have no idea what surprises await though I’ve heard rumours of bread and water being my only rations! Thankfully, I’ve managed to recruit Rachel and Praise to my rescue team, and they’re already pleading for my freedom.

But here’s the real mission: I need to raise £500 so our incredible young people can attend the Limitless Festival in August 2025. This isn’t just a trip—it’s a life-changing opportunity for them to connect, grow, and fellowship with young people from all across the UK.

I believe in these young people, and I know you do too! If you’re able, please use the link below to give generously and help set me free for a fantastic cause.

Thank you so much to everyone who’s donated so far—your support means the world to us!

Let’s make this happen together!

https://lnkd.in/dBT4jP8N

29/05/2025

Breaking news!! I am a finalist for She Inspires Award 2025

15/05/2025

HELP!! I am being held hostage on 30th May and I need to raise £500 to be released. I would really appreciate your support to help our young people to get to the Limitless Festival in August all the details are in the link. Please give generously!!!

Iʼm raising money to Youth Lock-in for Elim Community Church Carlisle. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

14/03/2025

This came through this morning via email thanks to the person who nominated me I really appreciate it

04/03/2025

🚀 Last Call for Changemakers: Be Seen, Be Heard, Be Inspired! 🚀

International Women's Day Friday 07 March 25, The Halston Hotel, Carlisle starts at 09.00am to 14.30pm

⏰ Time's almost up, trailblazers! Ticket sales slam shut tomorrow at 12:30 PM.

🌟 Why You Can't Miss This:

Rub shoulders with Cumbria's Woman of the Year, Kate Bainbridge

Get energised by Dianne Richardson, CEO of Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster

Be inspired by our keynote speaker, ITV News' own Natasha Potts

🎟️ But wait, there's more! We've got a handful of exhibition spaces left. Why exhibit?

Spotlight your business to a crowd that's passionate about women's empowerment

Network with the movers and shakers of our community

Be part of a movement that's changing the game for women in business

💼 Exhibition + Delegate Ticket: £115 (Limited spots available!)

🎫 Delegate Ticket Only: £65

Don't be the one watching from the side-lines. Be in the arena where it happens!

🔥 Book your spot now: https://lnkd.in/eFNdguxZ



P.S. I'll be there, ready to connect and inspire. Who's joining me in making history? 💪

20/02/2025

We are thrilled to have Lin Petry join us on International Women's Day 07 March 2025, at The Halston Hotel in Carlisle. Lin is the founder of Lin Petry Nutrition and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our event.

Lin's background in linguistics and medical anthropology from Leiden University sparked her interest in community health. Inspired by personal health challenges, she pursued an MSc in Nutrition Science and Practice at Middlesex University and established her practice in Kendal.

Over the past 7 years, Lin has developed specialist knowledge in gut health, energy levels, and hormone balance in women's health. Her approach focuses on personalized nutrition, backed by scientific evidence.

Lin's workshop, "Nutrition to Support Your Hormone Balance and Fuel Your Day," offers a valuable opportunity for attendees to learn how simple, practical food changes can significantly improve energy levels, brain power, and overall wellbeing for women of all ages. Her passion for helping people understand the impact of food choices on health aligns perfectly with our International Women's Day event.

This workshop promises to be an empowering session, providing women with the knowledge to support their hormone balance and rediscover their sparkle through improved food literacy.

To book your ticket us the link below
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DZTI

08/02/2025

We are honoured to have the fantastic Senior Leader Richardson CEO from ’s Energy Coast Business Cluster joining us a guest speaker for International Women’s day on 07 March. Do you want to be challenged and inspired then this is the event for you.

https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DZTI

Book your place using the link below for either a delegate or exhibitor ticket. We look forward to seeing you there!

“Dianne is the Chief Executive at Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster-where Energy meets Business. Once described as a "Social Butterfly who creates a hurricane" Dianne is passionate about connecting organisations and people. She is a Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute and has a Masters in Corporate Social Responsibility as well as a Degree in Business Management. She was the joint recipient of the Robin Burgess Lifetime Achievement Award in 2024 and also commended for Agent of Change 2022 at the Northern Power Women Awards.”

“Dianne’s career has spanned many sectors, some female dominated and some male dominated and she’s looking forward to sharing some of her thoughts at the event. ”