The start of September may be rainy and with thunder, but don’t worry, our events are either online or in excellent venues around GM.

From a new series of workshops for Health & Life Sciences organisations, the launch of our new Food & Drink Hospitality Support programme to later in the month International Explore, for those thinking of expanding overseas.

Check out what events we’ve got going on online and across Greater Manchester! 

Health Innovation Catalyst
11th - 24th September | Manchester 

Join our experts on a 5-day programme aimed to support Health & Life Sciences organisations to innovate and grow. The series of workshops will provide access to experts to assist with developing, commercialising and understanding the innovation funding landscape.

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Food & Drink Hospitality Support
Various Dates | Manchester and online

Get access to some of the best support in the city region, at absolutely no cost to you. Starting on September 16th, a series of webinars and in-person workshops will help you overcome barriers, grow your brand, get expert help, and take your business to the next level.

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Introducing Leadership Wellbeing: Strategies for effectively managing stress
9th September | Online

A recent GM BGH poll 46% of participants chose that workplace stress was something they wanted support with during 2024. This session will provide attendees with an overview of the importance of workforce wellbeing and the benefits to the organisation. The second part of the session will focus on managing stress. 

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Implementing a Wellbeing Strategy in Your Business
11th September | Online

This workshop will cover an introduction to wellbeing strategies, what they should cover and the benefits of a wellbeing strategy for a business and their workforce.

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Sales and Marketing for Manufacturers 
17th September | Whitefield

Discover key manufacturing marketing strategies for growth, lead generation, and sales increase. Get competitive advantage with expert insights.

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The Strategic Game of Winning BIG Sales to BIG Customers
18th September | Manchester
Are you ready to master the art of winning BIG sales? Ideal for senior salespeople, sales managers, and senior managers aiming to secure major sales.

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Early Years: Strategies for Growth
Various Dates | Online

Through our brand-new bitesize online series, discover how to elevate your nursery's operations, marketing, and financial management with actionable insights and cutting-edge technologies.

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International Explorer
26th September | Manchester 

Thinking about exporting or expanding overseas? Join us for a day of fully funded workshop to help shape your thinking and craft strategic approach to exploring and going international.

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BGH Match
Various dates | All around GM

Our free business connector network, provides opportunities for GM businesses to network and learn the fully funded business support available to them.

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Network Media City
2nd October | MediaCity, Salford Quays

Join like-minded businesses and ignite ideas during our evening of cosy meets and autumnal eats. Get valuable business support with quickfire pitches from each of our partners and gain insights from business expert Ruth Lawrence in complimentary one-on-one sessions.

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RAISE – Understanding Equity Finance
9th October | Trafford

A unique 1-day workshop aimed at supporting GM based early-stage founders wishing to gain awareness and insights into the process of raising equity finance.

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Sales360: Planning, Closing, Retaining 
9th October | Manchester

The Sales360 series of workshops offer a targeted programme to help service-based businesses across Greater Manchester boost sales and strengthen their entire sales process.

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In Conversation with Gillian Drakeford MBE
17th October | BNY Piccadilly Gardens

Presenting a morning full of insight and inspiration for domestic and international business on growth and international expansion. Attendees will hear about Gillian’s decades of experience helping businesses grow all over the world. 

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