Harrogate BID Opens Applications To Business Community To Join Board Of Directors In 2025
Harrogate BID is pleased to launch applications for members of the town’s business community to join its Board of Directors for the upcoming year.
Simon Midgeley and Lyndsay Snodgrass, joint Vice Chairs at Harrogate BID.
Each year the Business Improvement District (BID) offers the chance to business owners and representatives to put themselves forward to join the BID Board.
The BID wants to give every levy-paying business an opportunity to take part in the process of joining the 2025 Board, with applications now open until 5pm on Wednesday, November 6th.
Sara Ferguson, Harrogate BID Chair, said: “It’s important that all sectors within Harrogate’s business community are represented fairly on our Board.
“Our directors, including myself, are very passionate about continuing to improve our town centre and we want the right people involved to continue to do so.
“It’s a fantastic opportunity to not only make sure the voice of business in Harrogate is heard, but to input ideas and advice as we strive to ensure our town continues to thrive.”
Requirements of becoming a director include having the time to devote to the BID activities, being totally committed to the aims of the BID, willing to make bold decisions and wanting to see Harrogate town centre thrive.
The BID team meet with the Board on a monthly basis in different locations to discuss plans, proposals and projects as the organisation moves forward with its overall Business Plan and objectives.
Any BID Member wishing to put their name forward should send an email expressing their interest to info@harrogatebid.co.uk
Any applications submitted will be processed and presented at the next BID Board meeting in mid-November.
For further information on how to submit an application, please the BID team on the above email address.
Harrogate BID is a not-for-profit organisation, funded for by businesses in a dedicated area, with an aim to improve the area in which those businesses trade within.
The BID was launched in 2019 and received a successful ballot which saw its second term begin in January 2024 for a further five years.
Visit the website at: www.harrogatebid.co.uk for more information.
