We Are Wakefield members and first timers will enjoy breakfast, networking and hearing from key speakers: Lynn Dunning of National Coal Mining Museum and Lauren Richardson, Trade Mark Attorney.
Your mission throughout the morning will be to form new connections through great conversations! Make 2025 your year for WAW COLLABORATION!
We’ll also be offering an optional follow on session from 11.30am to 12.30pm:
Following on from the Citizen Coin session at the September First Friday event, we invite businesses to join a practical lunchtime learning session at the February meeting. This one-hour session will explore how Citizen Coin can benefit your business and help you support local volunteers making a positive impact in the community.
About Citizen Coin
Citizen Coin is a rewards platform that gives Citizen Coins to Wakefield volunteers, which can be redeemed for discounts at participating businesses. By registering with Citizen Coin, your business can:
- Promote your offers to platform users
- Increase foot traffic and visibility
- Support volunteers and enhance your community engagement
- Showcase your social impact
The platform includes a range of businesses, from coffee shops to clothing retailers, leisure centres, estate agents and more. Offers on the platform include discounts on house moving fees, coworking spaces, training courses, free swims, food, drink and lots more!
What businesses say:
WAW member Andy from Team IT solutions and Pixel Playhouse says:
“We joined Citizen Coin because we are inspired by their innovative approach to strengthening communities through mutual benefits and collaboration. The platform where individuals are rewarded with digital coins for engaging in positive actions like volunteering, is genuinely motivating. This not only incentivizes people to contribute to their community but also stimulates the local economy by keeping resources circulating within it. We support Citizen Coin because it benefits everyone involved—the individuals who give their time and effort, the local businesses that gain customers, and the community that becomes more connected and resilient as a result.”
Chris (WAW member) from The Virtual IT Director says:
“The Citizen Coin project is one that benefits everyone involved. When I first heard about it, it ticked every box for me: supporting and rewarding the people who contribute to our community, providing an opportunity for businesses to give back, and naturally allowing businesses to showcase their offers and name. It’s truly a win-win for all”
Join us to learn how your business can benefit from Citizen Coin and give back to Wakefield communities!
Date: 7 February 2025
Time: 9.30am to 11.30am plus optional Citizen Coin Session.
Venue: National Coal mining Museum for England
Parking & Transport:
Free parking will be available at the venue and marshalls will direct you on the day :
The Museum is on the main road between Wakefield and Huddersfield (WF4 4RH).
Please be aware that there may be increased traffic due to works by Yorkshire Water taking place along the A642 New Road (from Horbury Bridge, moving up toward the Horticentre Garden Centre). Temporary traffic lights are in place, and it is hoped the projects will be completed by March 2025. More details can be found at Yorkshire Water.
On what3words our main entrance is ///prop.birthdays.sung.
Bus services run within easy walking distance of the Museum. From Wakefield Bus Station or Huddersfield Bus Stations, the Arriva 232 bus stops at the Reindeer pub with a few minutes walk to the Museum. Plan your journey here.
The nearest mainline railway station is Wakefield Westgate. It takes about 20 minutes for a taxi ride from the train station.
Bicycle racks are available by the Café entrance for visitors who would like to cycle to the Museum. Research routes to find us here.
Car Share
WAW members wishing to car share can match with likeminded members on the WAW Members LinkedIn page:
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12787860/