ONE of the key events in the business calendar unveils its new look format next Thursday.

The Tees Valley Business Show, held at Tall Trees Hotel, near Yarm, has attracted an impressive guest list from companies and organisations across the region.

The event, now in its seventh year, has an exciting new format and has attracted many key organisations as sponsors and guests.

Dickinson Dees law firm once again headlines as major sponsor and The Northern Echo, North-East Newspaper of the Year, is exclusive media sponsor.

Complimenting Dickinson Dees in the sponsor line up is Keith Robinson and Co, The Bank of Scotland, One NorthEast and Tees Valley Regeneration.

Top of the bill during a night of entertainment will be the 'panel debate'.

A handpicked representation of the North-East economy will head a lively verbal joust on the state of business in our region.

The panel, to be revealed on the night, will be of key people with a real passion and enthusiasm for the area, its economic viability and its regeneration.

They are all people who have the ability to make a difference.

The evening's full itinerary will prompt stimulating and thought provoking conversation during and indeed long after the event. Alongside the more formal business element, the Business Show will offer its traditional legendary entertainment, which promises to out do the Trapeze artists who performed over dinner last year.

Hilary Dunne, event organiser, said "We are looking forward to a night of interesting debate and motivational conversation from our panel of key people.

"The event has caused great interest from leading companies buying tickets to entertain customers, suppliers and staff". There are a limited number of tickets still available for further details please telephone Enterprise Event Management for availability and further details on 01325 281265.