Future Humber

Future Humber Future Humber promotes the region’s distinctive strengths to the widest audience and accelerates opportunities to unlock the potential of Humber.

We work to prioritise people, place, partnerships, and the planet with the mission to make a difference, influence and inspire all communities so that opportunities for investment and growth accelerate through the dynamic Humber narrative.

BONDHOLDERS ARE SHAPING THE FUTURE OF THE HUMBER
Bondholders is a dynamic business community that collaboratively drives local growth, showcases investment opportunities and accelerates an ambitious vision for the Humber.

We are proud to connect and convene the businesses and communities in the region for a common purpose: to tell the story of a region rich in culture, opportunity and prosperity.

🌟 Every year, our Annual Bondholder Ambassador Celebration shines a spotlight on the organisations making a real differe...
22/06/2026

🌟 Every year, our Annual Bondholder Ambassador Celebration shines a spotlight on the organisations making a real difference across Humber.

The Future Humber Changemaker Award recognises organisations whose actions are creating opportunities, strengthening communities, championing innovation and helping shape the future of our region.

Whether it's a business, charity, CIC, community organisation or grassroots club, the award celebrates those whose impact extends beyond their own organisation and contributes to a stronger Humber.

On 25 June, we'll announce our 2026 Changemaker Award winner and celebrate the people, partnerships and progress driving the region forward.

Who will take the title this year?

Join us at Taphouse as we celebrate the organisations helping shape Humber's future.
https://bit.ly/4vSmG7N

🏆 Humber's strength has always come from organisations willing to look beyond their own boundaries and work together for...
18/06/2026

🏆 Humber's strength has always come from organisations willing to look beyond their own boundaries and work together for the long-term success of the region.

At this year's Annual Bondholder Ambassador Celebration, we'll recognise our long-standing Bondholders and celebrate the organisations that have helped shape Humber's story through their leadership, advocacy and commitment to a shared ambition for the future.

As Future Humber continues to champion a confident, connected and forward-looking Humber, these organisations have played an important role in strengthening our collective voice and helping ensure the region is seen, heard and understood.

Join us as we celebrate the businesses and organisations helping shape Humber's future.

https://bit.ly/4vSmG7N

Our host is confirmed… but are you? 👀We’re excited to announce that Lucy Thompson (nee Clark) will be hosting the launch...
26/05/2026

Our host is confirmed… but are you? 👀

We’re excited to announce that Lucy Thompson (nee Clark) will be hosting the launch of Humber Business Week 2026.

Former BBC Radio Humberside presenter, entrepreneur and community advocate, Lucy is a passionate champion for Humber, independent business and the people shaping our region every day. From broadcasting to business and community leadership, she brings warmth, energy and honest conversation to every stage she steps on.

This year, we’re Flipping the Script.

Through live conversation, storytelling, film and audience interaction, we’ll explore the real stories shaping Humber today and ask one big question: what happens when we stop talking Humber down and start hyping it up instead?

📅 Monday 1 June 2026
📍 MKM Stadium, Hull
🕗 8:30am

Are you in?


Scunthorpe is shaping a bold new future for the town and its residents.Driven by aspiration, the town centre is transfor...
09/04/2026

Scunthorpe is shaping a bold new future for the town and its residents.

Driven by aspiration, the town centre is transforming into a destination with energy, opportunity and pride at its core.

At the heart of the regeneration, a new £2.5 million family attraction is igniting ambition and inspiring Humber’s next generation of changemakers. Sparking curiosity through hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and maths (STEAM) experiences, Discover@20-21’s free, interactive gallery encourages children to explore STEAM careers.

This future-focused development is just one part of an £80m transformation plan supported Government Levelling Up investment secured for Humber by North Lincolnshire Council

Discover more on this, and other major planned projects including a landmark restaurant, local business support, and new buildings for police and health services, in our latest Humber Trailblazer: Town Centre Transformation in Scunthorpe: Shaping a New Future.

Link in comments.

Hull showed its heart this weekend. Following the conversations at Cultural Tides, the city came together on Saturday fo...
16/03/2026

Hull showed its heart this weekend.

Following the conversations at Cultural Tides, the city came together on Saturday for Our City – a powerful celebration of creativity, community and pride.

Commissioned by Hull City Council and delivered by Back to Ours, the event brought families, artists, young people and community groups together in a festival created by the people of Hull, for the people of Hull.

The atmosphere across the city centre was electric. Thousands took part in the processions and celebrations, while restaurants, bars and venues were buzzing throughout the day.

Moments like this show the power of culture.

Not only in bringing people together, but in strengthening confidence, identity and local economies.

Huge credit to the team at Back to Ours for delivering such an authentic and inspiring event, and to Hull City Council whose continued investment in culture helps make moments like this possible.

As Hull continues its journey towards Our City 2027 and beyond, there is a growing opportunity for businesses to be part of the story.

If your organisation is interested in supporting or getting involved in the future programme of Our City, feel free to reach out to our Head of Place & Partnerships, Leahann Barnes to start the conversation.

Culture is momentum. And Hull is moving. Last week, our Head of Place & Partnerships Leahann Barnes attended the Cultura...
16/03/2026

Culture is momentum. And Hull is moving.

Last week, our Head of Place & Partnerships Leahann Barnes attended the Cultural Tides Conference, bringing together cultural leaders, policymakers and partners to explore the future of creativity in Hull and beyond.

Opening the day, Louise Yates BEM (Back to Ours) captured the ambition in the room:
"We are thinking big and why shouldn’t we? We are thinking big locally, hyper-locally, regionally, nationally and internationally."

Leader of Hull City Council Cllr Mike Ross reinforced the importance of culture to the city’s future:
"In 12 months, Hull has joined a global learning network, reset music ambitions, commissioned community-led culture at scale ... we are seeing the results. Name recognition. New partnerships. And a renewed sense of identity rooted in creativity, heritage and people."

Over the past year Hull has strengthened its cultural story on the national and international stage, from joining the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities to reigniting music ambitions and building new partnerships rooted in creativity.

The conference brought together voices from across the cultural sector, including panel discussions exploring how cities can collaborate to strengthen cultural identity, opportunity and impact.

That ambition was visible across the city the very next day.

Back to Ours

Did you know that one Humber town produces and trades a remarkable 70% of the UK’s seafood?💫 It plays a critical role in...
10/03/2026

Did you know that one Humber town produces and trades a remarkable 70% of the UK’s seafood?

💫 It plays a critical role in national food security.

💫 Products made here are served at family tables, royal banquets, and five-star restaurants across the country.

💫 The industry supports thousands of Humber jobs and contributes over £2bn to our economy.

Catch our latest Humber Trailblazer: the story of Grimsby’s world-leading seafood industry. Link to the full story in the comments 👇



Image credits: Made Great In Grimsby

The conversations from our Principal and Major Partner Dinner continue to shape what comes next for the region. Future H...
10/02/2026

The conversations from our Principal and Major Partner Dinner continue to shape what comes next for the region.

Future Humber brought together highly influential leadership from across Humber, including senior business figures, all four local authorities, both mayoral combined authorities and national government, to focus on how the region speaks with confidence and clarity at the moments that matter.

As Lord Jason Stockwood, Minister for Investment, said:
“The Humber’s contribution to the UK’s economic future cannot be overstated. By working together with a clear, confident voice, we can attract long-term investment and secure sustained growth for communities across the Humber.”

This is exactly the role Future Humber plays: creating the space for leadership, alignment and collective ambition, and ensuring Humber is positioned credibly in national conversations that shape long-term growth.

Huge thanks to everyone who took part, to Lord Jason Stockwood for engaging so openly with regional leaders, and to Wilkin Chapman Rollits for their partnership. Thanks also to Lloyd Atkin and the Butler Whites team for their warm hospitality, and to Tom Arran for capturing the evening so well.

Interested in being part of these conversations? Become a Bondholder by contacting Leahann Barnes, Head of Partnerships & Place at [email protected].

1980s Hull. A group of students and unemployed young people find a resourceful way to solve their housing problems, unkn...
22/12/2025

1980s Hull. A group of students and unemployed young people find a resourceful way to solve their housing problems, unknowingly starting something that would grow into a multi-million-pound charity supporting thousands of others along the way.

Almost 40 years later, Humber charity Giroscope Hull is helping people rebuild their lives through affordable social housing and training opportunities while revitalising communities and derelict buildings.

Read our latest Humber Trailblazer: the story of a pioneering spirit that sparked a neighbourhood revolution 👇link in comments.



Image credit: Giroscope

Humber’s voice is growing stronger.Diana Taylor’s latest piece for LocalGov highlights the power of place in regional re...
09/12/2025

Humber’s voice is growing stronger.

Diana Taylor’s latest piece for LocalGov highlights the power of place in regional revitalisation and why clearly articulated place identities can transform perceptions, boost investment appeal, and ignite local pride.

Humber’s brand is built on authenticity. It reflects our industries, landscapes, heritage, and the way this region works. Revolutionary, Resourceful, Real and Remarkable. These values resonate. They give us a cohesive framework to tell our story and bring partners together across our complex and evolving landscape.

Today our Place Brand is a living, breathing force for change. It is empowering individuals, organisations and communities to act, advocate and share Humber’s story with confidence. More than 250 ambassadors are already championing this work and helping amplify opportunities for our region.

This important piece spotlights how our shared identity is helping strengthen Humber’s voice and build a remarkable future.

Read the full article on LocalGov - https://www.localgov.co.uk/The-power-of-place-in-regional-revitalisation/63553

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