18 September 2026
Richard Whitehead MBE
Paralympic Gold Medalist
Registration from: 11:45am
Lunch: 12:30pm
In September we welcome Richard Whitehead MBE, who will be talking about resilience, breaking barriers and what it means to live without limits.
Join us at our usual monthly event of networking, two-course lunch and a great speaker as always.
We look forward to seeing you at the event!
(Booking deadline - Midnight Monday prior to the event)
Event Details
Richard Whitehead MBE

Richard Whitehead MBE is a Paralympic Gold Medalist, world record holder, marathon runner, professional athlete and a global advocate for diversity and inclusion. Born with a double through-knee congenital amputation, Richard has defied expectations from an early age, embracing sport as a way to live without limits, a philosophy instilled by his parents and one that continues to shape his life and inspire others.
Richard is officially the fastest amputee runner in the world, and his story is one of grit, positivity, and boundless possibility. He continues to inspire generations to dream bigger, be better, and live without limits.
The Timetable
What to expect...
Arrival at 11:45, sign in and collect your badge before being escorted into the reception area.
Enjoy a bit of opening networking with the other members and guests of the lunch. Drink included.
Sit down for a two course lunch including a starter and a main followed by coffee. After lunch the guest speaker will take to the podium for their speech.
The meeting and lunch is drawn to a close.
Guests and members are invited to continue their discussions at Saltbox.
Parking is available at NCP Nottingham Stoney Street.
Benefits
Why join NCBC
Meet potential business contacts
As a member you’ll be invited to a monthly lunch-time event on the third Friday of each month (excluding August) to meet with other members and hear from our guest speaker.
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There are various opportunities to promote your business through word of mouth, our social media channels and also sponsorship.
Additional events
We organise additional events throughout the year giving our members additional opportunities to meet and learn more about what’s happening in Nottingham.
Book for 18 September 2026
In September we welcome Richard Whitehead MBE, who will be talking about resilience, breaking barriers and what it means to live without limits.
Join us at our usual monthly event of networking, two-course lunch and a great speaker as always.
We look forward to seeing you at the event!
(Booking deadline - Midnight Monday prior to the event)