Driving excellence in finance, law and consulting
Our roots are in professional services. This programme focuses on law, accounting, consulting, banking, and corporate finance. It addresses sector updates, talent retention, and how these services support other industries.
Regulatory changes and compliance
Talent development and retention
Innovation and digital transformation
Client service excellence
Sector collaboration
Upcoming Events
Explore our upcoming events and find out what’s on.
- Dinner
Corporate Finance Mid-Year review
- Corporate Finance
Our Six-Month Corporate Finance Review and Industry Social features insights from experts who will review the past six months of deals in the North West, explore notable shifts and transformations within the corporate finance market and an examination of how political factors may affect the corporate finance landscape
We also will delve into the deal-making process, discussing its evolution, key opportunities, challenges, and future predictions.
Following the presentations, enjoy drinks, finger buffet, and a fantastic opportunity to get social with over 200 professionals from corporate finance, private equity, and financial and professional services.
Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights and connect with industry leaders. We look forward to seeing you there!
Agenda:
- 14.00 – 14.30: Arrival, tea/coffee & networking
- 14.30 – 14.35: Welcome
- 14.35 – 15.15: Panel 1 – An update on the CF market
- 15.15 – 15.45: Fireside chat
- 15.45 – 16.25: Panel 2 – Private Equity in Focus
- 16.25 – 16.30: Close
- 16.30 – 18.00: Drinks with finger buffet & networking
*Costs include tea & coffee on arrival, finger buffet and one drinks voucher per person
- Meeting
MORE CONTENT NEEDED – Carbon Literacy & Hospitality: From Awareness to Impact
- Member Only Event
- Dinner
Lunch with Caroline Simpson – Group CEO of the GMCA
- Key Event (non programme)
Join us for an exclusive keynote with Caroline Simpson, Group Chief Executive of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA). In this session, Caroline will provide a comprehensive “state of the region” update, outlining the strategic roadmap for Manchester’s continued growth, innovation, and social reform.
Since stepping into her role leading the GMCA, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS), and Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM), Caroline has been at the heart of the UK’s most ambitious devolution journey. This event offers a unique opportunity to hear firsthand how Greater Manchester is leveraging its new trailblazer powers to build a thriving city-region where everyone can live a good life.
- Seminar
Standing Out in a Crowded Market: Winning More of the Right Deals
- SME Club
Standing out in a crowded market is becoming increasingly difficult, especially as buyers grow more informed, cautious, and selective. This session will help you strengthen your sales approach so it better connects with what today’s customers actually value.
We’ll explore how to communicate your offer with greater clarity, making it easier for prospects to understand why you’re the right choice. You’ll also learn how to manage longer decision-making cycles, maintain momentum in your pipeline, and keep opportunities moving forward.
If you’re looking to improve results without increasing pressure on pricing, you’ll leave with practical techniques you can apply immediately.
- Training Session
SKILLS ACADEMY Co-CREATION TBC
- Skills
Through this workshop you will become better at having challenging conversations, making them easier and delivering better outcomes and performance. You’ll understand the role conflict can play, how to mitigate and limit conflict through active listening, clear and empathetic communication.
Designed for all those who have difficult conversations at work such as delivering bad news, liaising with challenging customers or leading disciplinary hearings. You’ll learn and practice practical strategies to develop psychologically safe environments for difficult conversations through the 3 stages of preparation, execution and transition.
This interactive, solutions focused workshop is grounded in the latest thinking and can lead to fCMgr status of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Honey & Morgan is an Accredited CMI Centre.
The CMI is the only Chartered professional body in the field of Management and Leadership. They act as a benchmark for excellence, ensuring that leadership and management training is rigorous, practical, and aligned with real-world business needs.
At the end of this workshop you will receive a Honey & Morgan Certificate of attendance to demonstrate your CPD learning hours. You will also have the option to engage in further learning for to gain a CMI Certificate of Achievement and develop your skills and understanding of the topic for £60. If you choose to take 3 of Honey & Morgan short courses that are run in partnership with Pro Manchester, you can achieve fCMgr status with the CMI.
This extra learning offers an online learning experience including a mix of practical tools, case studies, videos and real world insights will enhance delegates’ understanding of the topic. You will be supported by Honey & Morgan to complete activities that demonstrate the impact of your learning to your organisation.
- Seminar
Creating Content That Converts, Not Just Fills Feeds
- SME Club
Most digital activity looks busy but delivers very little. More content, more channels, more spend, yet results don’t always follow. This session is designed for Greater Manchester businesses that want to move past the noise and focus on what actually drives engagement, leads, and growth.
We’ll break down what’s working right now across content, paid media, and brand, using real examples to show how small changes in messaging, creative, and targeting can significantly improve performance. You’ll learn how to spot where your current activity is underperforming, how to create campaigns that connect with the right audience, and how to measure what really matters.
You’ll leave with practical ideas you can apply immediately, whether that’s refining your proposition, improving campaign performance, or getting more return from your existing budget. If your digital activity feels busy but not effective, this session will help you reset and refocus on what delivers real results.
- Dinner
EDI Lunch 2026
- EDI
Join us for our 2026 EDI Lunch, a forward‑thinking gathering designed to spark meaningful action across equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Connect with fellow professionals, gain insights from expert speakers, and leave with new tools and ideas to strengthen your organisation’s EDI ambitions in 2026 and beyond.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of a bold, inclusive conversation.
More details to follow!
- Meeting
Beyond Compliance: Creating Inclusive Menopause Workplace Support
- Member Only Event
Menopause affects people in every type of workplace. Nine in ten say symptoms affect their work and one in ten leave their jobs because of what they are experiencing. Many do not feel supported and many do not recognise their symptoms as menopause at all. The result is silence, fear and a real impact on confidence, attendance and progression.
From April 2027, the Employment Rights Act 2025 will require employers with 250 or more staff to have a Menopause Action Plan. Many organisations still do not know this is coming. Even fewer understand how to make sure support reaches people in real roles and real environments.
The Menopause Charity provides trusted information. We work across communities, workplaces and health settings to improve understanding of menopause and aid the conversation. Our insight shows that people are still scared to speak, psychological symptoms are often misunderstood and those with the least power in a workplace are the least likely to ask for help. These issues are seen across all sectors and all job types.
During the session we explore:
· The reality for employees today, including fear of judgement, lack of awareness, barriers for non-desk workers and the needs of those facing greater health inequalities.
- What the 2027 Menopause Action Plan requires and how the principles can support organisations of every size.
- What good support looks like, including confident managers, inclusive information and a culture where people feel safe to speak early and seek help.
By the end of the session you will understand the challenges people are facing, the gaps that still exist and the practical steps organisations of any size can take now to improve support and strengthen workplace culture.
- Training Session
Resilient Leadership: Emotional Intelligence in Action
- Skills
This practical half-day session helps leaders understand how their emotions, mindset, and behaviour shape team performance – particularly under pressure. It combines emotional intelligence and resilience to support leaders in staying grounded, communicating effectively, and maintaining standards during challenging situations.
Participants will explore how their emotional responses influence others, how pressure impacts decision-making and behaviour, and how to shift from reacting to responding with intention. The session provides practical tools to manage emotional load, build resilience, and create a team environment based on trust, accountability, and psychological safety.
Through real-world scenarios, reflection, and discussion, leaders will develop greater self-awareness and leave with a personalised approach to managing pressure, supporting their team, and leading with consistency and confidence.
- Training Session
Leadership Essentials: Core Skills for Managers
- Skills
This practical half day session is designed for new and developing managers, or those looking to refresh the fundamentals of effective leadership. It supports participants to build confidence in leading people day to day – from setting clear expectations and empowering their team, to handling feedback and performance conversations with clarity and care.
- Dinner
International Women’s Day Lunch 2027
- EDI
Join us for our International Women’s Day Lunch 2027, a dynamic annual celebration dedicated to reflection, solidarity, and collective progress.
Our event will proudly align with the United Nations theme for 2027.
Hosted by the Pro‑Women Committee, the 2027 programme will build on the energy of last year’s incredible event, bringing together an even broader community.
And as always, everyone is welcome. Regardless of gender identity, background, or lived experience, this celebration is a space where all voices are valued and all people are celebrated.
Stay tuned—More details and speaker announcements coming later this year!
- Meeting
Added on CV / WP : Date TBC IT, Cyber & AI: Building Secure Foundations for Smarter Growth
- Member Only Event
Technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, but for many organisations, the challenge remains the same – how to ensure your IT estate is secure, scalable, and truly enabling business performance.
In this session, we will explore the key IT, Cyber Security, and AI trends, and what they mean for UK businesses today.
We’ll break down the importance of getting the fundamentals right – from robust IT foundations and effective use of Microsoft 365, through to aligning your cyber security posture with frameworks such as Cyber Essentials.
Finally, we’ll look at how organisations can move beyond the basics to unlock real value through AI and automation – improving efficiency, reducing risk, and driving smarter decision-making.
This session is designed for business leaders looking to better understand how to maximise the value of IT, while ensuring their organisation remains secure and future-ready.
- Training Session
SKILLS ACADEMY RISING VIBE 2 – details TBC (Copy)
- Skills
Through this workshop you will become better at having challenging conversations, making them easier and delivering better outcomes and performance. You’ll understand the role conflict can play, how to mitigate and limit conflict through active listening, clear and empathetic communication.
Designed for all those who have difficult conversations at work such as delivering bad news, liaising with challenging customers or leading disciplinary hearings. You’ll learn and practice practical strategies to develop psychologically safe environments for difficult conversations through the 3 stages of preparation, execution and transition.
This interactive, solutions focused workshop is grounded in the latest thinking and can lead to fCMgr status of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Honey & Morgan is an Accredited CMI Centre.
The CMI is the only Chartered professional body in the field of Management and Leadership. They act as a benchmark for excellence, ensuring that leadership and management training is rigorous, practical, and aligned with real-world business needs.
At the end of this workshop you will receive a Honey & Morgan Certificate of attendance to demonstrate your CPD learning hours. You will also have the option to engage in further learning for to gain a CMI Certificate of Achievement and develop your skills and understanding of the topic for £60. If you choose to take 3 of Honey & Morgan short courses that are run in partnership with Pro Manchester, you can achieve fCMgr status with the CMI.
This extra learning offers an online learning experience including a mix of practical tools, case studies, videos and real world insights will enhance delegates’ understanding of the topic. You will be supported by Honey & Morgan to complete activities that demonstrate the impact of your learning to your organisation.
- Training Session
SKILLS ACADEMY RISING VIBE – details TBC
- Skills
Through this workshop you will become better at having challenging conversations, making them easier and delivering better outcomes and performance. You’ll understand the role conflict can play, how to mitigate and limit conflict through active listening, clear and empathetic communication.
Designed for all those who have difficult conversations at work such as delivering bad news, liaising with challenging customers or leading disciplinary hearings. You’ll learn and practice practical strategies to develop psychologically safe environments for difficult conversations through the 3 stages of preparation, execution and transition.
This interactive, solutions focused workshop is grounded in the latest thinking and can lead to fCMgr status of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Honey & Morgan is an Accredited CMI Centre.
The CMI is the only Chartered professional body in the field of Management and Leadership. They act as a benchmark for excellence, ensuring that leadership and management training is rigorous, practical, and aligned with real-world business needs.
At the end of this workshop you will receive a Honey & Morgan Certificate of attendance to demonstrate your CPD learning hours. You will also have the option to engage in further learning for to gain a CMI Certificate of Achievement and develop your skills and understanding of the topic for £60. If you choose to take 3 of Honey & Morgan short courses that are run in partnership with Pro Manchester, you can achieve fCMgr status with the CMI.
This extra learning offers an online learning experience including a mix of practical tools, case studies, videos and real world insights will enhance delegates’ understanding of the topic. You will be supported by Honey & Morgan to complete activities that demonstrate the impact of your learning to your organisation.
- Seminar
LGBTQ+ and Allies Networking event
- EDI
Please write a brief description here
- Seminar
not online – awaiting syn – YFM x Trimontium AI – AI Governance and Compliance in Dealmaking
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Employment Law Update
- Member Only Event
The Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces significant changes for employers across all sectors. Join our employment law specialists for a focused update on the key reforms, what they mean in practice, and the steps you should be taking now to manage risk and remain compliant. This session will provide clear, practical insight to help you navigate the evolving legal landscape with confidence
- Seminar
Social Mobility in Focus: Insight, Action & Collective Impact
- Social Mobility
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- Celebration
future-pro Speed Networking
- Key Event (non programme)
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Ticket prices (+ VAT)
Members
£35 per person
Non-Members
£45 per person
- Celebration
future-pro Spring Social
- Key Event (non programme)
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Ticket prices (+ VAT)
Members
£35 per person
Non-Members
£45 per person
- Dinner
Made In Manchester Awards 2027
- Future Pro-Manchester
The Made in Manchester Awards, brought to you by future-pro, celebrates the brightest and best of Manchester’s young business talent, across 23 categories.
After MiMA ’25 saw a record breaking amount of nominations and guests, MiMA ’26 is set to host the best entertainment, food, drink and networking with a crowd FULL of the finest young professionals in Manchester’s business community.
The MIMA’s are widely recognised as highly prestigious awards due to the extensive judging process that allows us to recognise the best of the best in their field.
The MiMA’s provide a great chance to raise your profile throughout the Greater Manchester business community and be recognised as the best young professional in your sector.
Entering the awards is completely free and you can enter as many categories that are relevant to you or your organisation. So get thinking about who you want to nominate.
- Seminar
The Hidden Juggle: Work, Parenting and Neurodiversity
- Parents
Hosted by the Parents & Carers and the Disability & Neurodiversity Committees, this event brings together parents, experts and employers to explore the realities of balancing work while supporting a neurodivergent child.
The session will explore the challenges families face, the complexity of navigating support and diagnosis, and the role workplaces can play in making that journey more manageable. Speakers will share professional insight, lived experience and examples of employer practice that genuinely support working parents.
Attendees will leave with practical signposting, increased confidence in navigating next steps, and the opportunity to connect with others in a similar position.
- Seminar
World pay – form over for MAY ( womens event )
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Forever manchester – Social Value in the City: How building communities across our region increases connectivity, creativity and achieves social value objectives.
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Explode Your Growth & Margins
- Member Only Event
Value to Attendees – Outcomes
In this workshop the attendees will learn and be able to apply the following:
- How to drive efficiency, productivity and profitability in their business
- That best actually means the most efficient, productive and profitable they can be (they don’t need to become Apple)
- What financial infrastructure they, specifically, need to work on in their businesses in order to close the gap on their competitors and best in class businesses
- The power of a Roll Up and how there is non-linear enterprise value growth through acquisitions
- Attendees benchmark themselves against the best businesses in the world to see where they are now
- How to properly business plan and use organic as well as acquisitions to grow quickly
- The extraordinary difference driving gross margins up has on the speed of success
- What great really looks like in a CFO / FD
- Other/General
Rise & Recharge: Elevate Your Performance & Wellbeing
- Member Only Event
Join us for breakfast!
Bringing together professionals from all industries to focus on performance, balance, and wellbeing.
This special edition event blends valuable networking with practical learning, creating the perfect environment to recharge, connect with like-minded professionals, and gain insights that will help you thrive throughout the year.
Guests will take part in two engaging sessions designed to sharpen both mindset and wellbeing:
Performance Psychology Masterclass: Discover proven techniques used in elite sport to build resilience, perform under pressure, and stay motivated when it matters most.
Health & Wellbeing Masterclass: Gain practical advice from a wellbeing practitioner on maintaining physical and mental balance in demanding, high-performance environments
- Celebration
Future-pro x Future Stockport
- Future Pro-Manchester
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Ticket prices (+ VAT)
Members
£35 per person
Non-Members
£45 per person
- Seminar
Navigating Finance with Complex Income: Solutions for Business Owners
- Corporate Finance
Business owners often have complex income structures and may draw relatively modest salaries. This can make it more challenging to secure finance through traditional mortgages, and some lenders are cautious about providing borrowing for business-related purposes.
In this seminar, Scott Clay, Director of Private Clients at Together, will outline approaches used to support business owners, entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals. The session will cover:
- Raising funds for business purposes secured against a primary residence
- Understanding different income structures, including salary, dividends, directors’ loans, rental income and pensions
- An overview of short-term, FCA-regulated lending products, including cases where income or affordability assessments may not be required
- Typical timelines for arranging funding
- Consideration of projected future earnings
Scott will also look at wider applications of specialist lending, including options for purchasing a new home before selling an existing property, and considerations for older directors seeking short-term borrowing.
The session will include interactive elements, with case studies and practical examples to illustrate different scenarios.
- Seminar
Creative, Digital & Media Summer Surgery: Expert Advice for Your Business
- Creative, Digital & Media
The creative, digital, and media industries are evolving faster than ever—how do you keep up?
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your marketing strategy, harness the latest tech, build reputation through communication or future-proof your brand, our Creative, Digital & Media Surgery is here to help.
Join us for a dynamic, interactive event where you’ll gain insider knowledge from industry experts in seven focused ‘surgery’ sessions. Each session will cover a key topic, giving you 10 minutes of expert insight, followed by the chance to ask your burning questions. Move from session to session, soaking up invaluable advice and leaving with practical takeaways to elevate your business.
- Training Session
Skills Academy – TBC – Cornerstone 2
- Skills
Through this workshop you will become better at having challenging conversations, making them easier and delivering better outcomes and performance. You’ll understand the role conflict can play, how to mitigate and limit conflict through active listening, clear and empathetic communication.
Designed for all those who have difficult conversations at work such as delivering bad news, liaising with challenging customers or leading disciplinary hearings. You’ll learn and practice practical strategies to develop psychologically safe environments for difficult conversations through the 3 stages of preparation, execution and transition.
This interactive, solutions focused workshop is grounded in the latest thinking and can lead to fCMgr status of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Honey & Morgan is an Accredited CMI Centre.
The CMI is the only Chartered professional body in the field of Management and Leadership. They act as a benchmark for excellence, ensuring that leadership and management training is rigorous, practical, and aligned with real-world business needs.
At the end of this workshop you will receive a Honey & Morgan Certificate of attendance to demonstrate your CPD learning hours. You will also have the option to engage in further learning for to gain a CMI Certificate of Achievement and develop your skills and understanding of the topic for £60. If you choose to take 3 of Honey & Morgan short courses that are run in partnership with Pro Manchester, you can achieve fCMgr status with the CMI.
This extra learning offers an online learning experience including a mix of practical tools, case studies, videos and real world insights will enhance delegates’ understanding of the topic. You will be supported by Honey & Morgan to complete activities that demonstrate the impact of your learning to your organisation.
- Training Session
Skills Academy – TBC – Cornerstone
- Skills
Through this workshop you will become better at having challenging conversations, making them easier and delivering better outcomes and performance. You’ll understand the role conflict can play, how to mitigate and limit conflict through active listening, clear and empathetic communication.
Designed for all those who have difficult conversations at work such as delivering bad news, liaising with challenging customers or leading disciplinary hearings. You’ll learn and practice practical strategies to develop psychologically safe environments for difficult conversations through the 3 stages of preparation, execution and transition.
This interactive, solutions focused workshop is grounded in the latest thinking and can lead to fCMgr status of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Honey & Morgan is an Accredited CMI Centre.
The CMI is the only Chartered professional body in the field of Management and Leadership. They act as a benchmark for excellence, ensuring that leadership and management training is rigorous, practical, and aligned with real-world business needs.
At the end of this workshop you will receive a Honey & Morgan Certificate of attendance to demonstrate your CPD learning hours. You will also have the option to engage in further learning for to gain a CMI Certificate of Achievement and develop your skills and understanding of the topic for £60. If you choose to take 3 of Honey & Morgan short courses that are run in partnership with Pro Manchester, you can achieve fCMgr status with the CMI.
This extra learning offers an online learning experience including a mix of practical tools, case studies, videos and real world insights will enhance delegates’ understanding of the topic. You will be supported by Honey & Morgan to complete activities that demonstrate the impact of your learning to your organisation.
- Training Session
SKILLS ACADEMY TEMPLATE
- Skills
Through this workshop you will become better at having challenging conversations, making them easier and delivering better outcomes and performance. You’ll understand the role conflict can play, how to mitigate and limit conflict through active listening, clear and empathetic communication.
Designed for all those who have difficult conversations at work such as delivering bad news, liaising with challenging customers or leading disciplinary hearings. You’ll learn and practice practical strategies to develop psychologically safe environments for difficult conversations through the 3 stages of preparation, execution and transition.
This interactive, solutions focused workshop is grounded in the latest thinking and can lead to fCMgr status of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Honey & Morgan is an Accredited CMI Centre.
The CMI is the only Chartered professional body in the field of Management and Leadership. They act as a benchmark for excellence, ensuring that leadership and management training is rigorous, practical, and aligned with real-world business needs.
At the end of this workshop you will receive a Honey & Morgan Certificate of attendance to demonstrate your CPD learning hours. You will also have the option to engage in further learning for to gain a CMI Certificate of Achievement and develop your skills and understanding of the topic for £60. If you choose to take 3 of Honey & Morgan short courses that are run in partnership with Pro Manchester, you can achieve fCMgr status with the CMI.
This extra learning offers an online learning experience including a mix of practical tools, case studies, videos and real world insights will enhance delegates’ understanding of the topic. You will be supported by Honey & Morgan to complete activities that demonstrate the impact of your learning to your organisation.
- Seminar
Cutting Through the AI Noise to Drive Real Business Value
- Member Only Event
AI is being talked about everywhere, but knowing where it can genuinely help your business is another matter. This session is designed to cut through the noise and focus on practical applications that deliver real results rather than adding complexity.
We will look at how businesses are already using AI to improve productivity, streamline processes and support better decision-making, as well as the common mistakes that can lead to wasted time or unnecessary risk. By the end, you will have a clearer idea of where AI could add value in your organisation and how to start exploring it in a sensible, manageable way.
- Seminar
Money Matters: Making Your Business Fundable in Today’s Market
- Member Only Event
With funding harder to secure and expectations higher than ever, businesses need a sharper approach to finance. This session is built for Greater Manchester businesses looking to move forward with confidence, whether that means stabilising cashflow, funding growth, or preparing for investment.
We’ll explore how the finance landscape has shifted and what that means in practical terms for your business. You’ll gain insight into the funding routes available right now, alongside clear guidance on how to strengthen your financial position and present a compelling case to lenders and investors.
From improving forecasting and managing cash effectively to understanding what drives funding decisions and how to avoid common missteps, this session will give you the tools to act decisively. Walk away with a realistic view of your options and a stronger plan to secure the funding your business needs.
- Seminar
Stop Guessing, Start Winning with AI
- Member Only Event
Businesses are under pressure to innovate and stay competitive, and AI can be a gamechanger when used effectively. This session explores how Greater Manchester companies can leverage AI to create value, save time, and improve decision-making across departments.
We’ll examine real-life applications in customer service, marketing, forecasting, and operations, and provide hands-on frameworks for assessing which initiatives are worth pursuing. Attendees will also learn practical ways to address implementation challenges, manage cultural and ethical considerations, and build teams ready to work with AI tools. Walk away with clear, actionable strategies to turn AI from a buzzword into a tangible driver of growth.
- Seminar
Good Employment Charter leadership series – Leading Forward: Lessons from This Year, Priorities for the Next
- SME Club
As the year draws to a close, this session creates space to step back and reflect on what has worked, what has not, and what needs to change moving forward. Strong leadership is not just about driving performance in the moment, but about learning, adapting and setting a clear direction for what comes next.
We will explore the key leadership lessons from the past year, from managing pressure and navigating uncertainty to keeping teams aligned and motivated when priorities shift. Just as importantly, we will look ahead to the coming year, focusing on how to reset direction, sharpen focus and build momentum early.
This is a practical, forward-looking session designed to help you reflect with purpose and leave with clear priorities. You will gain simple, actionable ways to strengthen communication, improve accountability and create a culture that is ready for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
- Seminar
Sell Smarter, Not Cheaper: Winning the Right Deals in a Slower Market
- Member Only Event
In a market where buyers are more selective and decisions take longer, having a clear and consistent sales approach matters more than ever. This session focuses on how to win more of the right opportunities by improving how you position your offer and manage your pipeline.
We will look at ways to build trust earlier in the process, ask better questions, and keep conversations moving without relying on price reductions. You will come away with practical ideas to improve conversion rates and create a more reliable flow of new business.
- Seminar
Using AI Safely and Effectively in Your Business
- Member Only Event
AI is transforming how businesses operate, offering opportunities to improve productivity, enhance customer experiences, and make smarter decisions. But without careful implementation, it can create risks—from data breaches and compliance issues to reputational damage and unintended errors.
This session explores how businesses can adopt AI responsibly and effectively. We will look at real-world examples of AI delivering measurable value, as well as common pitfalls and risks to avoid. You will gain practical guidance on setting up AI projects, embedding governance, and ensuring your team uses AI in ways that are ethical, safe, and aligned with your business goals.
By the end of the session, you will have a clear understanding of how to prioritise AI initiatives, integrate them into your operations, and move forward confidently, maximising benefits while minimising risk.
- Seminar
Property in Practice: Where the Real Opportunities Are Right Now
- Member Only Event
The property market continues to shift, with changing demand, rising costs and increased scrutiny on developments. While there is still opportunity, it is not always where people expect it to be.
This session focuses on where real opportunities are emerging across the property landscape, from commercial and residential trends to regeneration and local development activity. We will explore what is moving forward, what is stalling, and how businesses can position themselves to take advantage.
You will also gain insight into the practical challenges affecting deals, including funding, planning and delivery, and how others are navigating them successfully. Whether you are directly in the property sector or connected through supply chains or investment, this session will help you better understand where to focus your time and effort.
- Seminar
How to Build a Creative Digital Strategy That Wins More Clients in Financial and Professional Services
- Member Only Event
In an increasingly competitive marketplace, financial and professional service firms need more than just a digital presence, they need a creative, targeted strategy that builds trust, demonstrates expertise, and turns visibility into valuable client relationships.
This session will explore how to create a digital strategy that helps firms stand out in traditionally conservative sectors, while still maintaining credibility and professionalism. We’ll look at how to combine content, brand positioning, social media, digital campaigns, and client insight to attract the right audience and win more business.
Attendees will gain practical ideas on how to sharpen their messaging, use digital channels more effectively, and create a strategy that supports growth, strengthens reputation, and generates new opportunities.
Perfect for marketing professionals, business development teams, and senior leaders in the financial and professional services sector who want to modernise their approach and drive better results.
- Seminar
Good Employment Charter leadership series: Leadership That Supports Growth and Change
- Member Only Event
As businesses grow and evolve, leadership needs to adapt to new challenges and opportunities. This session focuses on how to lead effectively through change, maintain team engagement, and build a culture that supports performance and accountability.
We will explore practical approaches to communication, performance management, and development, helping you create an environment where your team can perform at their best. Whether you are managing a growing team, navigating change, or looking to strengthen your leadership impact, you will leave with clear, actionable ideas to drive both people and business forward.
- Other/General
Professional services brunch – City Centre
- Key Event (non programme)
Join us for our inaugural Professional Services Brunch!
We are delighted to be hosting our first professional services brunch at the iconic architectural landmark, Royal Nawaab Pyramid.
There is no formal agenda for this event, no speakers or specific topic. Instead, expect delicious food, great company, lively conversation, just good old chilled, informal networking – the type of event where often the best connections are made!
Whether you choose to come along solo, with your colleagues or you use this as an opportunity to entertain clients, you are guaranteed a warm welcome and a wonderful start to your day.
Ticket prices (+ VAT)
Members
£35 per person
Non-Members
£45 per person
- Seminar
Accessing Finance: What Funders Are Really Looking For
- Member Only Event
Securing funding is not just about having a good idea. It is about demonstrating strong planning, clear financials and a realistic path to growth. This session explores what lenders and investors expect to see and how you can prepare your business more effectively.
We will cover how to improve your financial visibility, present your numbers with confidence and avoid common mistakes that slow decisions down. Whether you are actively seeking funding or planning ahead, this session will help you approach the process with more clarity and confidence.
- Seminar
Atom Valley and Regional Growth: What It Means for Your Business
- Member Only Event
With major investment and development planned across the region, including Atom Valley, there is a real opportunity for local businesses to get involved and benefit. This session will break down what these developments mean in practice and where the opportunities are likely to emerge.
We will explore how businesses can position themselves to take advantage, whether through partnerships, supply chains or future growth plans. You will also gain a clearer understanding of the wider economic picture and what it could mean for Rochdale and beyond. A useful session for anyone wanting to stay informed and make confident decisions about the future.
- Seminar
Creative That Converts: Digital with Impact
- Member Only Event
Attention is expensive, algorithms are unpredictable, and audiences are harder to reach, yet brands still need to grow. This event is for Greater Manchester teams who want digital marketing that performs and creativity that cuts through.
We’ll explore what’s working today across paid, organic and owned channels, including content that builds trust, creative that drives response, and measurement that proves impact when budgets are under scrutiny. Expect actionable ideas on sharpening your proposition, building campaigns around real audience insight, and connecting brand activity to revenue outcomes. Ideal for marketing leaders and growth teams who need better results without simply spending more.
- Seminar
From Surviving to Thriving: Leading in Uncertain Times
- Member Only Event
In uncertain markets, strategy only works if your people believe in it. This event explores how leaders across Greater Manchester can build resilient, high-performing cultures while managing change, cost pressure, hybrid working expectations, and the ongoing war for talent.
We’ll dig into what strong leadership looks like when the plan keeps shifting: communicating with clarity, maintaining accountability without burning teams out, and creating a culture that retains great people even when budgets are tight. With practical tools and honest conversation, you’ll leave with ideas you can apply immediately, whether you lead a scaling start-up, a professional services team, or a manufacturing operation adapting to new demands.
- Seminar
AI Done Right (and Wrong): Real Wins, Real
- Member Only Event
AI is moving fast, but not every use case is worth the hype or the risk. This session gives Greater Manchester businesses a practical, no-nonsense view of where AI is already delivering ROI—think productivity, customer service, forecasting and smarter decision-making and where it’s creating reputational, legal and operational headaches.
We’ll share real examples, quick-win frameworks, and “red flag” scenarios to avoid, including data privacy pitfalls, hallucinations in customer-facing content, and automation that quietly damages culture and trust. Expect a balanced discussion, clear do’s and don’ts, and a checklist you can take back to your team to prioritise the right projects now.
- Seminar
Cash, Capital & Control: Funding Growth the Smart Way
- Member Only Event
Cash is king, funding is more selective, and investors want stronger evidence of traction and discipline. This session helps Greater Manchester businesses navigate the current finance landscape, whether you’re planning growth, managing risk, or exploring investment.
We’ll cover the options on the table and what funders are really looking for: improving cashflow and forecasting, preparing for lending conversations, investor-ready storytelling, and choosing the right finance route for your stage. You’ll hear practical guidance on strengthening your numbers, understanding deal expectations, and avoiding common mistakes that slow decisions down. Leave with a clearer view of what “fundable” looks like right now and how to get there.
- Seminar
Pipeline Under Pressure: How to Keep Growth Moving
- Member Only Event
Sales cycles are longer, buyers are cautious, and “nice-to-have” is getting cut fast.
This session focuses on how Greater Manchester businesses can win in a tighter market by sharpening positioning, proving value earlier, and building a sales process that creates momentum without discounting your way to growth.
We’ll cover what’s working right now: aligning sales and marketing around clearer messages, using customer proof to reduce risk for buyers, improving qualification, and keeping pipelines healthy with smart account planning.
Whether you’re selling B2B services, tech, or high-value contracts, you’ll leave with practical techniques to protect margin, increase conversion, and make growth feel less unpredictable.
- Other/General
Gusbourne and pro-manchester Drinks Reception (Copy)
- Member Only Event
Indulge in an exquisite evening of fine wines and networking at the Gusbourne and pro-manchester Drinks Reception! We’re delighted to invite you to join us for this exciting event featuring England’s most awarded wine producer, Gusbourne.
Experience the charm of this Boutique winery, as they present an exclusive range of their renowned English sparkling wines. Guided by the knowledgeable Gusbourne Ambassador Alice Hanson, you will be taken on a delightful journey through the various flavours and characteristics of their exceptional wines. To complement the experience, the wines will be paired with delectable canapés, elevating your sensory journey even further.
This event will take place at the prestigious Hyatt Regency in Manchester, providing the perfect ambiance for an evening of wine tasting and mingling. you will have ample opportunities to network with fellow attendees and industry professionals, fostering new connections and potential collaborations.
Learn the artistry behind growing the finest fruit on the Gusbourne estate, discover the captivating history and geology of their land, and gain insights into how they can curate unforgettable wine experiences for your future events.
- Meeting
Date TBC – Not published on Cvent/ WP – 2026 – What are the key trends in the office market?
- Member Only Event
As the world’s commercial real estate landscape continues its evolution in 2026, the office sector stands at a pivotal moment of transformation, resilience and opportunity. This timely session brings together leading market analysts, occupiers,and industry strategists to explore the defining trends shaping today’s office market and chart the path ahead for the remainder of the decade.
Against a backdrop of economic recalibration and shifting workplace behaviour, the office sector is emerging from a period of adjustment with a renewed focus on quality, flexibility and strategic repositioning. Although office occupancy and leasing patterns were challenged during the post-pandemic era, recent data indicate stabilising fundamentals, increased investor interest in prime assets, and a polarised market where best-in-class space outperforms legacy stock.
Please note that this event is reserved for members only.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact rachel.tetlow@pro-manchester.co.uk for more information.
- Meeting
Date TBC not published / cvent / WP – 2026 – What are the key trends in the office market?
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Cash Out With Confidence – Turning Business Value Into Family Security After an Exit
- Member Only Event
Many business owners spend years building significant value on paper, but far fewer feel clear or confident about what that value will actually mean for their lifestyle once they step away.
In this practical and engaging session, we will explore the key financial decisions that arise before, during and after the sale of a business.
The focus is on helping founders translate an exit valuation into real-world outcomes: sustainable income, financial security, and a clear plan for what comes next.
We will cover:
- Why business valuation is often very different from the number founders have in their head
- How to define what you truly need from an exit (not just what you could get)
- Turning sale proceeds into sustainable long-term income
- Common mistakes owners make when moving from running a business to managing personal wealth
- How to balance opportunity, security and flexibility after a liquidity event
- The importance of aligning financial decisions with life priorities beyond the deal itself
- How the money can have a positive impact on your family post-sale.
Please note that this event is reserved for members only.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact rachel.tetlow@pro-manchester.co.uk for more information.
- Meeting
The Squeeze: How Smart Manchester Businesses Are Staying Ahead in 2026–2027
- Member Only Event
The Big Squeeze
If you’re running a growing business right now, you already know the feeling, squeezed on headcount, squeezed on costs, squeezed on time, and trying to keep up with a wave of regulatory and tech changes that aren’t slowing down.
This exclusive fireside session brings together four experts across HR, technology, finance and wellbeing to tackle one question every business owner and leader in the room will recognise:
How do I run a lean, growing business without getting caught out by things I didn’t know were coming?
Across a single, honest conversation, our panel will unpack what the next 18 months actually looks like for Manchester businesses, from the Employment Rights Bill reshaping how you manage people, to the cyber threats now targeting mid-sized firms, to the real impact of recent Budget changes on your bottom line, and why getting your retention and wellbeing strategy right has never mattered more.
This isn’t death by PowerPoint. It’s a straight-talking panel discussion with plenty of room for your questions, designed for founders, MDs and senior leaders in businesses with 20–150 employees who’d rather be ahead of what’s coming than scrambling to catch up.
Expect practical insight, good conversation, and a room full of people navigating the same challenges you are.
Spaces are limited.
Register your spot.
- Other/General
Gusbourne and pro-manchester Drinks Reception
- Member Only Event
Indulge in an exquisite evening of fine wines and networking at the Gusbourne and pro-manchester Drinks Reception! We’re delighted to invite you to join us for this exciting event featuring England’s most awarded wine producer, Gusbourne.
Experience the charm of this Boutique winery, as they present an exclusive range of their renowned English sparkling wines. Guided by the knowledgeable Gusbourne Ambassador Alice Hanson, you will be taken on a delightful journey through the various flavours and characteristics of their exceptional wines. To complement the experience, the wines will be paired with delectable canapés, elevating your sensory journey even further.
This event will take place at the prestigious Hyatt Regency in Manchester, providing the perfect ambiance for an evening of wine tasting and mingling. you will have ample opportunities to network with fellow attendees and industry professionals, fostering new connections and potential collaborations.
Learn the artistry behind growing the finest fruit on the Gusbourne estate, discover the captivating history and geology of their land, and gain insights into how they can curate unforgettable wine experiences for your future events.
- Seminar
Navigating Finance with Complex Income: Solutions for Business Owners
- Business Development Event
Raising capital for HNW business owners and entrepreneurs quickly with complex income, using primary residence – exploring alternative finance routes for business owners and entrepreneurs.
Business owners often have complex income, and may only draw modest salaries. That can impede them from raising finance via a traditional mortgage and many banks are reluctant to provide mortgages for business use.
In this seminar Scott Clay, Director or Private Clients at Together, explains how they support business owners, entrepreneurs and HNW clients;
-Raise funds for business use secured on primary residence property
-How they can get comfortable with complex and tax efficient income using salary, dividends, directors loan drawings, rental income, pensions and much more
-Short term FCA regulated lending products that require no income or affordability assessment
-How they can provide regulated funding in days, not months
-Getting comfortable with projections of future higher earnings
Scott will also explore some other uses for specialist lending, including how business owners can purchase their next home, before their current home sells to avoid being stuck in housing chains and to put themselves in pole position to win their next dream home. He will also discuss options for older directors seeking to borrow funds short term age up to age 85.
An interactive session with real-life cases studies and examples of client success stories.
- Meeting
Beyond EBITDA: Reframing a brand like you mean business
- Member Only Event
Brand is often the last thing founders think about before an exit – but investors often see it first.
This session makes the case for brand as a powerful commercial lever: one that shapes risk perception, builds growth confidence, and ultimately moves the dial on valuation. The central provocation is simple – two businesses with identical EBITDA can command radically different multiples. Why?
Brand strategist James Summerscales of Influential opens with a keynote on what it means to build a brand that is genuinely fit for purpose – authentic, coherent, and far more than a logo.
James is then joined for a moderated discussion with one of the leaders of Manchester’s private equity community for a conversation on the role brand plays as a valuation multiplier, exploring it as a risk reducer, a growth accelerator, an exit narrative tool, and a marker of revenue quality.
The session will also examine why businesses choose to reframe themselves – whether to support a new growth strategy, move from founder-led identity to institutional credibility, consolidate after M&A, professionalise the proposition, or transition from challenger to category leader.
For anyone in the room asking “if our brand disappeared tomorrow, how much would our valuation change?” – this session is where that conversation starts.
Please note that this event is reserved for members only.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact rachel.tetlow@pro-manchester.co.uk for more information.
- Conference
Trailblazing Tech Conference 2026
- Innovation
What Awaits You at TT26?
We will be exploring what the region’s strategic status means for businesses and communities. Highlighting Manchester’s growing strength in investment, tech, and fintech, and framing the opportunities ahead. We will hear from founders, professionals and innovators sharing real-world success stories, offering practical insight into how funding, technology, automation, and AI are being used to drive meaningful business growth within the local ecosystem.
We look ahead to future growth and the role of data in enabling transformation, with discussions focusing on how businesses can unlock potential through better decision-making and emerging tech. Attendees will hear from trailblazing companies at the forefront of innovation, we have a dedicated “Hour of AI” designed to cut through the hype and provide clear, practical understanding of how AI can be applied across organisations of all sizes.
A live podcast brings a fresh, conversational take on the future of business, and we will be exploring how companies are using technology to scale effectively without increasing headcount, demonstrating how AI and automation can enhance, rather than replace, human capability.
- Other/General
Professional & Financial Services Brunch
- Key Event (non programme)
We are delighted to be hosting our first professional services brunch at the iconic architectural landmark, Royal Nawaab Pyramid.
There is no formal agenda for this event, no speakers or specific topic. Instead, expect delicious food, great company, lively conversation, just good old chilled, informal networking – the type of event where often the best connections are made! Check out the menu:
- Halwa Puri and Channay
- Chicken Karahi
- Plain Naan
- Nihari
- Plain Paratha with Cheese Omelette
- French Toast with Chocolate Drizzle, Cream and Berries
- Karak Chai
- Dalgona Coffee
There is no formal agenda for this event, no speakers or specific topic. Instead, expect delicious food, great company, lively conversation, just good old chilled, informal networking – the type of event where often the best connections are made!
Whether you choose to come along solo, with your colleagues or you use this as an opportunity to entertain clients, you are guaranteed a warm welcome and a wonderful start to your day.
- Celebration
40th private invite party
- Business Development Event
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Ticket prices (+ VAT)
Members
£35 per person
Non-Members
£45 per person
- Seminar
Review of the north west M&A funding market
- Member Only Event
Our panel of local funders will each give their views on the state of the funding market for M&A and growth capital in the North West.
What impact have the various ‘external shocks to the system’ had in the last 12 months and how will the legacy of these events affect the funding market in the next year and beyond?
We’ll explore whether supply & demand for M&A funding in the North West are, in the panel’s view, in balance. Do the panel feel that the range of available funding fits the specific needs of the market in the north west?
Who are the new entrants to the North West market during the last 12 months? Are there still gaps?
Is the North West self-sufficient or do business owners and advisers in the North West still need to look to London for funding?
Why are transactions taking longer and what can be done about it?
We’ll ask the panel for their predictions for the next 12 months.
Questions from the audience are invited in advance, and on the day.
We expect a lively debate on a subject to which all M&A advisers and funders can relate.
- Seminar
TEST EVENT FOR JOSH – BIG PARTNERSHIP
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Date TBC – not published on cvent / WP – Illuminated Heritage: Why the Craft of Neon Glass Bending Still Matters
- Member Only Event
Neon sign making is one of the UK’s most distinctive yet endangered crafts. Once a defining feature of high streets, entertainment venues, and urban nightlife, the craft of neon glass bending has steadily declined as digital and LED alternatives have become dominant.
This short educational event offers an insight into the skill, science, and cultural importance of neon glass bending, through a live demonstration and talk led by an experienced practitioner.
Attendees will be guided through the fundamentals of how neon is made, from heating and shaping glass by hand over a flame, to understanding how gas and electricity combine to produce light. The demonstration will highlight the high level of skill, precision, and tacit knowledge required — skills that take years to master and are now held by a rapidly diminishing number of craftspeople in the UK.
Beyond the technical process, the talk will place neon within a broader context relevant to a wide professional audience. Neon signage has played a significant role in shaping the visual identity of cities, contributing to placemaking, night-time economies, hospitality, and cultural landmarks.
The session will explore why these traditional skills matter today — not only as heritage crafts, but as part of a wider conversation about sustainability, skills retention, and the value of human-led making in an increasingly automated world.
Attendees will gain a deeper appreciation of how endangered crafts intersect with business, place, and cultural identity.
By combining live demonstration with discussion, this session aims to raise awareness of neon glass bending as a living craft, encourage informed conversation about the protection of specialist skills, and highlight the importance of preserving the craftsmanship that has helped define the character of British cities.
Please note that this event is reserved for members only.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact rachel.tetlow@pro-manchester.co.uk for more information.
- Dinner
pro-manchester 40th Birthday Bash
- Key Event (non programme)
pro-manchester is having a birthday… and you’re invited!
We’re heading to the Treehouse Hotel, Manchester to celebrate everything that makes pro-manchester what it is today: brilliant people, big ideas, ambitious businesses and a community that’s been creating opportunity across Greater Manchester.
Join Sam Booth, Nicola McCormick and the entire pro-manchester team for an afternoon all about good vibes, great conversations and even better company. We’ll be raising a glass with our outgoing Chair, Alison Loveday, to say a huge thank you for her impact and leadership — and welcoming Nick Rose, our incoming Chair, as we look ahead to the next chapter.
Expect great food, lively entertainment, and plenty of chances to catch up with familiar faces, make new connections, and soak up the energy of pro-manchester’s incredible community and history.
Whether you’ve been part of the journey for years or joined more recently, this is your chance to celebrate being part of something special.
Come for the party. Stay for the people. Celebrate the community.
- Seminar
SME Bruntwood – getting people back into the office
- SME Club
Join us for “Embracing the Office,” a vital event aimed at supporting our team’s return to in-person work while prioritizing mental health and well-being. This event will feature discussions on coping strategies, opportunities for open dialogue about concerns, engaging team-building activities, and insights into flexible work arrangements. Together, we can foster a positive and supportive workplace as we navigate this transition, strengthening connections and boosting morale. Don’t miss this chance to reconnect and thrive in our new work environment!
- Celebration
Inside the Vault: The After Work Showcase
- Member Only Event
Step inside one of Manchester’s most distinctive event spaces for an exclusive after-work showcase from 5:30pm – 7:00pm.
Enjoy a welcome drink, live acoustic music and canapés as you explore The Vault, brought to life through a series of beautifully styled event setups – from corporate celebrations to private dining and standout networking events.
Hear insider tips from industry experts during a high-energy panel on what truly makes an event unforgettable, then stay to connect, unwind and experience the atmosphere with music and drinks.
If you’re in charge of planning your events or looking for your next inspiration, this is your chance to see what’s possible.
Please note that this event is reserved for members only.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact rachel.tetlow@pro-manchester.co.uk for more information.
- Meeting
AI is already in your organisation. The question is who is governing it?
- Member Only Event
AI isn’t coming. It’s already here. And most leaders are stuck. Not because they don’t care, but because they don’t know where to start.
How do you move forward without breaking trust?
Without damaging your culture? Without taking risks you can’t see yet? That’s what this session is about. It’s not a technical workshop. It’s not about hype or fear. It’s about leadership responsibility.
We’ll look at how AI changes power, accountability and judgement inside your organisation. What should stay with humans. What machines can support. Where you need to stay involved.
You’ll leave with three things:
- Greater clarity on where AI fits in your business
- A calmer way to make decisions
- Better questions to ask your team
This isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about feeling confident enough to lead without feeling rushed, exposed or left behind.
If you’re a leader who cares about fairness, team experience and long-term value, this is for you.
Session designed for board directors, NEDs and Trustees. Also relevant for CEOs, MDs and senior leadership teams.
Please note that this event is reserved for members only.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact rachel.tetlow@pro-manchester.co.uk for more information
- Meeting
From Offer to Impact: Getting Onboarding and Probation Right
- Member Only Event
Hiring a new team member is one of the biggest investments an employer can make—and managing their probation period well is key to protecting both performance and culture. This practical, hands‑on session equips employers / managers with the confidence and tools to guide new starters through probation in a way that is fair, structured, and aligned with the values that make their organisation unique.
With the upcoming changes to employment legislation, enabling employees with six months’ service to claim unfair dismissal, it’s never been more important to get how you do recruitment and probation right.
Through real‑world examples and easy‑to‑apply frameworks, participants will learn how to set clear expectations from day one, provide meaningful feedback, identify early warning signs, and document the probation process appropriately. The session also highlights how to support new employees so they can integrate smoothly into a team, maintain morale, and contribute positively to the workplace culture.
By the end of the training, attendees will understand how to balance legal responsibilities, good people management, and the realities of employing people and running an organisation —ensuring that probation becomes a powerful tool for growth, not a source of stress.
By the end of this session, employers / managers will be able to:
- Set clear expectations for new starters from day one, including goals, behaviours, and cultural fit.
- Structure an effective probation period. including check‑ins, documentation, and fair processes.
- Provide constructive, timely feedback that supports development while maintaining accountability.
- Recognise early warning signs of performance or conduct issues and respond confidently and appropriately.
- Promote positive integration by helping new employees adapt to the culture and dynamics of a team.
- Balance fairness, legal considerations, and your needs as an employer / manager to make informed decisions at the end of probation.
- Use probation as a tool for strengthening team culture, rather than disrupting it.
- Meeting
Lead the Change: Why Men Matter in Inclusion
- Member Only Event
Join us for an honest, thought-provoking panel conversation with men and women sharing real experiences of allyship, workplace change, and the barriers that still exist. Expect practical insights, candid discussion, and space for your questions – whether you’re sceptical, curious, or ready to act.
Gender equity isn’t a ‘women’s issue’ and it isn’t something for women to tackle alone. When men are involved, progress is accelerated because we often hold the positions and influence to make change happen. For ourselves as well as for others.
Whether you want to work in solidarity alongside your female coworkers to change an unfair system, or you want to take on issues that affect men at work – from paternity leave to career stereotypes – we’re calling on you to get active.
As some 80% of leaders and 60% of line managers, men are brilliantly poised to make change happen in their workplaces. If you’re curious about how to get involved in inclusion as a man, or whether you ‘can’ or ‘should’, this event is for you.
- Seminar
Tendering & Supplying to the Public Sector
- Member Only Event
In this session, Crescent Purchasing Consortium’s Procurement Learning & Development Lead, Mark Pearson, will explore the background to public sector tendering from a supplier perspective. He will look at the processes which public sector bodies have to follow, together with the opportunities to seek appointment to frameworks from which public sector bodies call off their contract.
The session will showcase the groundwork you can do ahead of tendering to get your business ready to participate, provide you with hints and tips for improving your tender responses, and illustrate what you can do if successful (or unsuccessful) to improve your chances the next time you submit a tender. Mark will also demonstrate typical feedback that you can expect a public body to provide to you, whether successful or unsuccessful. He will also highlight changes to processes resulting from the Procurement Act 2023 which came into force in 2025 and point you in the direction of resources that are freely available to suppliers on Crescent Learning, the support toolkit for buyers and suppliers to the education sector and beyond.
If you are a supplier to the public sector looking to improve performance at tender submission, or a supplier looking to break into the Greater Manchester public sector marketplace, this event is for you.
- Seminar
Your Career Growth – Confidence, Visibility & Influence
- Member Only Event
You are giving 100%, pouring into your career, passionate about your development – yet find yourself holding back when it comes to communicating your value, advocating for yourself and owning your abilities… Well not anymore!
This session focuses on building confidence in a way that feels genuine, not forced. We’ll explore how to communicate your value, navigate self-doubt, and increase your visibility without feeling uncomfortable or inauthentic. Through reflection and practical strategies, let’s stretch beyond familiar patterns and take confident, sustainable steps to professional growth.
Ready to explore what you are really capable of?
- Seminar
International Persons with Disabilities Day
- EDI
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- Seminar
Make the Most of your Membership Event
- Business Development Event
- Dinner
pro-manchester 40th Birthday Bash
- Key Event (non programme)
pro-manchester is having a birthday… and you’re invited.
We’re heading to the Treehouse Hotel, Manchester to celebrate everything that makes pro-manchester what it is today: brilliant people, big ideas, ambitious businesses and a community that’s been creating opportunity across Greater Manchester.
Join Sam Booth, Nicola McCormick and the entire pro-manchester team for an evening all about good vibes, great conversations and even better company. We’ll be raising a glass with our outgoing Chair, Alison Loveday, to say a huge thank you for her impact and leadership — and welcoming Nick Rose, our incoming Chair, as we look ahead to the next chapter.
Expect great food, lively entertainment, and plenty of chances to catch up with familiar faces, make new connections, and soak up the energy of pro-manchester’s incredible community and history.
Whether you’ve been part of the journey for years or joined more recently, this is your chance to celebrate being part of something special.
Come for the party. Stay for the people. Celebrate the community.
- Seminar
AI is already becoming ubiquitous in business: but what does the future look like?
- Member Only Event
EHE Venture Studio are at the vanguard of bringing new and exciting AI-first businesses to market and this fireside chat with their co-founder Guy Remond will dig into their experiences with the new wave of AI founders.
Guy will also talk about the incredible power of digital superintelligence. From AI and quantum computing to AR/VR and advances in healthspan as part of his role as EHE’s in house futurist.
- Seminar
Future Corporate Leadership Development: Practical Approaches to Progress Ethnic Minority Talent into Senior Leadership
- REG
Why attend?
Many organisations are working hard to improve ethnic minority progression into senior leadership, and many are still not where they want to be.
What happens when talented managers hit middle management and stall out? Organisations lose potential. Talent disengages. And diversity strategies remain just that – strategies on paper.
This session creates space for a candid, constructive conversation about what corporates are doing now to shift the dial, what challenges remain, and what meaningful progress can look like over the long term.
Who should attend?
It’s for people who can and want to change that reality: senior leaders and line managers who sponsor progression, HR, DEI and L&D professionals designing the systems, and ethnic minority managers ready for the next step who want their organisations to match their ambition.
We’ll have a frank, practical conversation about:
- Building progression pathways and improving retention beyond manager level
- Burnout, barriers, and the impact of limited progression opportunities
- Target-setting, accountability, and the long-term work of culture change
- Involving lived experience meaningfully, without exploitation
Key takeaways:
- Concrete ideas you can apply to your own leadership, talent and DEI plans
- Sharp questions to take back to your board, exec or leadership team
- Better language and frameworks to talk about race, progression and power in your organisation
- Cross-sector insight into how different sectors are tackling the same progression challenge
- Meeting
Driving AI Adoption for Business Impact
- Member Only Event
Join us for a panel discussion on driving AI adoption for business impact.
As AI shifts from experimentation to everyday, organisations across Greater Manchester and beyond are asking the same question: how do we move from pilots to real‑world results? This session will explore what it takes to embed AI responsibly and effectively—so teams can deliver measurable value, not just proofs of concept.
Bringing together business leaders, technologists and change specialists, the discussion will examine why AI adoption matters now and how to build momentum across the enterprise. We’ll look at the cultural, operational and ethical foundations that enable AI to scale—from identifying high‑value use cases and setting up the right operating model, to building trust, skills and guardrails.
Our panel will share lived experiences from different sectors, highlight the common pitfalls that stall progress (from data readiness and governance to skills gaps and stakeholder confidence), and offer practical advice you can apply immediately. Expect candid lessons, example outcomes, and clear guidance on measuring impact and communicating ROI.
Whether you’re a senior leader shaping strategy, a functional owner seeking productivity gains, or a practitioner tasked with delivery, this conversation will give you actionable insights to accelerate adoption—safely, inclusively and at pace.
Spaces are limited—register now to be part of this essential conversation on turning AI ambition into business impact.
- Seminar
Creating families – The pathway to parenthood
- Parents
Creating a family can take many different paths. Join us for an engaging evening of discussion and debate as we bring together legal expertise and lived experience to explore the realities of building families today.
The session will be led by Rose Marie Drury, Mills & Reeve fertility law and surrogacy specialist, who will provide an overview of the legal framework surrounding fertility treatment, surrogacy and family creation. She will be joined by guest speakers who have each taken different routes to parenthood, including adoption, fertility treatment and co-parenting within a same-sex partnership.
Join us for an open conversation with shared experiences, as we offer an honest insight into the emotional, practical and legal considerations involved in creating a family. Come away with a deeper understanding of the challenges, opportunities and support available across a range of family-building journeys.
Expect bold opinions, fresh perspectives and plenty of chances to share your own thoughts.
Agenda
- 4.30pm – Tea/coffee, registration & networking
- 5.00pm – Welcome – Alison Bull, Mills & Reeve
- 5.05pm – Panel discussion chaired by Alison Bull
- 6.00 pm – Networking, drinks, buffet and a chance for individual questions
- 7.00pm – Depart
- Meeting
Financial Year Ready: Tips for SMEs
- Member Only Event
Scaling a business demands more than ambition. It requires the right legal foundations and financial strategy to unlock growth while staying protected. On this panel, experts from legal and finance will break down the structures, safeguards and commercial levers that help high growth companies move faster with less risk.
Expect clear, practical insights on investment readiness, cash flow discipline, smart contracting, governance and managing expansion.
Perfect for high-growth founders and operators looking for straightforward guidance to accelerate growth with confidence
- Seminar
Social Mobility Event
- Social Mobility
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- Seminar
Social Mobility Committee event
- Social Mobility
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- Seminar
Communication 2026: Are We Still Talking
- SME Club
In an age where AI, automation, and digital platforms are redefining the way we connect, communicate and collaborate – has real communication become a lost art?
Join us for a lively panel discussion exploring how technology is reshaping the way we interact inside and outside the workplace. From HR and leadership perspectives on team dynamics and hybrid communication, to marketing insights into how brands are cutting through digital noise – and a reminder that business still happens best between people, not robots.
Our panel of experts will unpack:
· The evolution of communication in the workplace – what’s been gained and what’s been lost
· How AI and digital tools are transforming brand storytelling, marketing, and engagement
· The skills the next generation of communicators need to thrive
· Why human connection and face-to-face interaction still matter more than ever
Expect thought-provoking conversation, tangible takeaways, and perhaps a new appreciation for the power of simply talking.
- Dinner
Fintech Lunch
- Key Event (non programme)
The Technologies Driving Progress Across Fintech.
Be part of an engaging Fintech Lunch exploring the technologies driving progress across fintech, from the rise of DeFi and stablecoins to the transformative power of AI and open banking. This exclusive event brings together industry professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts to unpack emerging trends, regulatory shifts, and the opportunities shaping the next wave of financial services all while connecting with influential leaders who are defining the future of finance. Join pro-manchester and our expert panels as we discuss what Manchester has to offer fintech businesses.
- Meeting
Leadership Strategies to Create a Psychologically Safe Workplace
- Member Only Event
Join us for a fun, engaging and interactive session for business leaders who wish to explore the why, what, and how of psychological safety in the workplace. You’ll gain practical insights into creating environments where your people will thrive.
About the Event
Caroline & Kerry will deliver a high energy session designed to equip you with actionable strategies to build and sustain psychological safety within your business. Our workshop introduces the foundations of psychological safety and why it is essential to create high performing, innovative teams. Participants will uncover leadership behaviours that build trust and learn how to create cultures where everyone feels empowered to speak up and share ideas.
The takeaway?
Leaders will walk away with clear, practical techniques they can implement immediately to strengthen inclusivity, improve communication, support healthier team dynamics and ultimately increase performance.
- Meeting
Succession planning: for you and your business
- Member Only Event
Join Myerson’s Corporate Team and invited guests for a focused session exploring the key considerations for succession planning within Employee Ownership Trusts, family-owned and managed businesses, and companies preparing for leadership or ownership transition
- Meeting
Breakfast Briefing: Modernising for Value – Leveraging Modern Technology to Maximise Business Growth and Investor Confidence
- Member Only Event
In today’s investment landscape, technology is a direct driver of value creation and commercial performance, yet it remains one of the greatest sources of risk to long-term success.
Join Codurance, in partnership with pro-manchester, for a commercially focused breakfast briefing exploring how leveraging modern technology is crucial to creating measurable value, maximising business growth and boosting investor confidence.
Drawing on real-world experience with high-growth and investor-backed organisations, our speakers will explore:
How technical due diligence is shaping valuation as investors place greater emphasis on resilience, scalability, technology maturity and risk exposure.
Why the first 100 days post-investment are critical for identifying commercial priorities, unlocking efficiencies, stabilising operations and building investor confidence.
How strengthening operational efficiency, reducing key-person dependence and accelerating go-to-market can create a more scalable and revenue-ready organisation.
How stronger technology foundations improve decision-making, enhance data quality and create the conditions for innovation, including AI, when the commercial case is right.
This session is ideal for business leaders, technology leaders, operating partners and portfolio teams who want a clear, practical understanding of how modernisation directly drives growth, reduces risk and increases enterprise value.
- Seminar
Hospitality sector event (AI)
- Hospitality
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- Seminar
Communication 2026: Are We Still Talking
In an age where AI, automation, and digital platforms are redefining the way we connect, communicate and collaborate – has real communication become a lost art?
Join us for a lively panel discussion exploring how technology is reshaping the way we interact inside and outside the workplace. From HR and leadership perspectives on team dynamics and hybrid communication, to marketing insights into how brands are cutting through digital noise – and a reminder that business still happens best between people, not robots.
Our panel of experts will unpack:
· The evolution of communication in the workplace – what’s been gained and what’s been lost
· How AI and digital tools are transforming brand storytelling, marketing, and engagement
· The skills the next generation of communicators need to thrive
· Why human connection and face-to-face interaction still matter more than ever
Expect thought-provoking conversation, tangible takeaways, and perhaps a new appreciation for the power of simply talking.
- Meeting
How spaces shape culture, community, and connection – beyond the desk
- Member Only Event
Join us at Campfield, one of Manchester’s most iconic buildings, for a breakfast panel discussion exploring how environments shape culture, connection, and belonging.
In a hybrid world, culture is no longer shaped by attendance alone, but by intention. The spaces that a business chooses – and how they are used – play a powerful role in how employees connect, collaborate, and feel a sense of belonging. From where teams work, to how leaders create moments of interaction, the built environment has become a strategic tool for reinforcing values, enabling choice, and strengthening community.
We will be bringing together a panel of leaders from people, design, and community to share insights and stories on how to:
- Create inspirational spaces that support company culture, attract employees and increase productivity.
- Strengthen company culture by creating shared experiences that people want to be part of.
- Shift from attendance to intention, focusing on why people gather, not how often.
- Design experiences that feel purposeful, inclusive, and worth the time.
Start your day feeling inspired with stories and ideas of how companies are creating environments where people want to show up, belong, and do their best work – a must-attend session for anyone shaping culture in the workplace.
- Celebration
Pure Networking February
- Hospitality
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Ticket prices (+ VAT)
Members
£35 per person
Non-Members
£45 per person
- Celebration
Property Social
- Property & Regeneration
As spring blooms, let’s connect and share meaningful insights! Join us this April for a dedicated property networking event.
This casual, after-work gathering is designed for professionals across the property and real estate sector to meet, exchange ideas, and grow their networks. With no formal agenda, it’s the perfect setting to spark new conversations and explore opportunities in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
Don’t miss the chance to expand your property network and make valuable connections this April
- Seminar
future-pro Educate: Developing the Leader Within
- Future Pro-Manchester
Join us for an interactive session that will explore leadership skills and how you can develop them to become the leader you want to be for your future success including:
· Using Lego to build what makes a good leader.
· The evidence behind what good leadership skills are and how to be better at them.
· What your leadership skills are now.
· A tool to take away to gain insights into how others see you.
· How you can develop your leadership skills for your future success.
- Celebration
future-pro Speed Networking
- Future Pro-Manchester
Bring your business cards, bring your smile and join us for an evening of speed networking!
Brought to you by future pro-manchester, this incredibly popular, sure to sell-out event, will give young professionals the opportunity to make many new contacts in one evening.
Speed networking is a fun and frantic way of making more business connections in one evening, than you’d usually make in a month.
Seated at the stunning etc.venues Manchester, guests are given just less than two minutes each to make a successful pitch. Most of us have a practiced pitch and know how to sell our businesses, but doing this up to thirty times in one evening is no mean feat!
future pro-manchester is dedicated to promoting and developing young talent within Greater Manchester’s business community. We aim to help young professionals develop new business skills, build relationships and network with like-minded people through a variety of events.
Tickets include two drinks, nibbles & a night of networking!
- Training Session
Online Training: Performing Under Pressure: Managing Your Inner Chimp in Turbulent Skies
- Skills
Learning Objectives:
· • Understand the neuroscience of emotions and performance.
· • Learn to manage your ‘inner chimp’ to stay calm and composed under stress.
· • Apply strategies to turn pressure into confidence and clarity in high-stakes moments.
- Training Session
Online Training: Igniting Your Super Strengths: The Power Behind Lift-Off
- Skills
Learning Objectives:
· • Identify and define your personal and professional super strengths.
· • Learn how to harness these strengths as the fuel behind your performance.
· • Explore how strengths create clarity, confidence, and competitive advantage.
- Celebration
future-pro Winter Social
- Future Pro-Manchester
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Ticket prices (+ VAT)
Members
£35 per person
Non-Members
£45 per person
- Seminar
CHARITY SECTOR EVENT
- Charity
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- Seminar
Good Employment Charter Series (Lou Carter – Rising Vibe)
- SME Club
- Seminar
Inspiring Leadership – The leader’s role in motivation (part of the transformational leadership series)
- SME Club
Inspiring leaders create belief, momentum and clarity – especially when teams are stretched. In this session, a key regional leader will share how they show up, communicate purpose, and set a tone people want to follow. We’ll then shift into a practical workshop to help you craft your leadership story and build simple habits that energise and align your team.
This session is ideal for leaders who want to boost engagement, confidence and momentum through clearer communication and stronger leadership presence.
- Meeting
Inner Launch Live: The Psychology of Performing When It Matters
- Member Only Event
In elite sport, performing under pressure isn’t just about talent – it’s about mindset, recovery, and trust.
Join Sport and Exercise Psychologist (In Training) Stephen Eccles as he explores how leaders and teams can apply the same psychological tools to thrive when it matters most. Expect practical takeaways, reflection tools, and stories that challenge how we think about performance and wellbeing.
- Meeting
Selecting the right leader: Better to have a hole than an …. ?
- Member Only Event
The wrong senior hire can cost your business in terms of productivity, staff moral and an estimated 200% of their first year’s salary. With unprecedented workplace complexity, unpredictable labour markets, advances in AI and evolving skills challenges, selecting the right leadership at all levels is more critical than ever.
Join Honey & Morgan in this interactive session to explore how to improve your selection and retention of leadership talent. We will explore:
· Current regional labour market and skills trends
· The impact of this on your organisation
· Offer practical suggestions to improve your selection process
- Celebration
future-pro Summer Social
- Future Pro-Manchester
As the summer season gets underway, this event is the perfect opportunity to step away from the office, catch up with familiar faces and make new connections in an informal and welcoming setting. Whether you’re new to the future-pro network or a regular attendee, the Summer Social offers a great chance to expand your network while enjoying a laid-back atmosphere.
Expect drinks, food and the opportunity to connect with professionals from across Manchester’s thriving business community. future-pro events are designed to bring together early-career professionals from a wide range of industries, creating space to share ideas, build relationships, and grow your network.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Ticket prices (+ VAT)
Members
£35 per person
Non-Members
£45 per person
- Seminar
Corporate Finance Sector event
- Corporate Finance
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- Dinner
Corporate Finance Lunch 2027
- Corporate Finance
Corporate Finance Lunch, Thursday 12th February 2026.
We welcome you to a jam packed afternoon comprising firstly of our panel session of industry leaders as they review the past years deals in the North West. They will discuss the findings from the annual Corporate Finance Review produced by Experian, along with predictions for the year ahead.
Then, after lunch we host our fireside chat as we welcome a key note speaker who will highlight their successes, and how they have created growth in the North West.
AGENDA
11.45 – Arrival, registration, networking, and drinks reception
12.30 – Welcome
12.35 – Panel session one
13.25 – 2-course lunch, to include a drink
14.25 – Fireside chat
15.00 – Event close and depart
In association with Experian market IQ, rather than simply looking at the deals done in Manchester, Experian takes a different angle, examining instead those deals that Manchester-based advisers have worked on, irrespective of the location of the parties to the transaction.
- Seminar
future-pro Educate – Latimer (Shared Ownership)
- Future Pro-Manchester
- Seminar
Sports Committee Event
- Sports
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- Seminar
Green Sector Event
- Green Economy
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- Seminar
Innovation sector event
- Innovation
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- Dinner
Fintech Lunch 2026
- Fintech
Be part of an engaging Fintech Lunch that brings together industry professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts to delve into the fast-paced world of financial technology. This exclusive lunch event provides a unique platform to discuss emerging trends, tackle pressing challenges, and explore exciting opportunities within the fintech landscape—all while networking with influential leaders who are shaping the future of finance.
Join pro-manchester and our expert panels for lunch as we discuss what Manchester has to offer fintech businesses.
- Celebration
Summer Party 2026
- Key Event (non programme)
Our Summer Party is returning for 2026, and we’re cranking up the heat! After the incredible success of last year, we’re ready to once again bring together the brightest minds and boldest personalities from across the Manchester business community for an evening of sun, style, and high-level networking.
If you thought 2025 was a night to remember, just wait until you see what we have in store for this year. We’re transforming one of the city’s premier spaces into the ultimate summer retreat the perfect backdrop to toast to another year of success with your fellow professionals.
- Seminar
Say It Better, Sell It Faster
- SME Club
Whether you’re pitching, posting, or answering “so what do you do?”, this session will help you craft messaging that’s clear, confident, and makes people want to know more.
Perfect for business owners and sales leaders who want to:
- Sound less waffly
- Win more attention
- Convert more conversations into customers
By the end of the session, you’ll be able to:
- Clearly explain your offer in one sentence your target customer actually understands.
- Use messaging frameworks to highlight results, not just features.
- Create a short, compelling intro you can use in networking, emails, or pitches.
- Seminar
Do you want fries with that?
- SME Club
How to Upsell, Cross-Sell, and Boost Your Revenue Without Finding a Single New Customer.
In this month’s Sales Club, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked sales opportunities in business, selling more to the customers you already have.
Most business owners spend all their energy chasing new customers, but the real growth comes from serving your existing ones better. This session will show you practical, proven ways to increase your revenue by:
• Raising your prices with confidence and clarity
• Bundling your offers to create irresistible value
• Selling more often through smart contracts and repeat business
• Cross-selling and upselling (yes, like fries, but done with finesse)
We’ll also explore how to build customer loyalty, create “stickier” relationships, and design offers that make it easy for clients to say yes again and again.
Expect high energy, relatable examples, and tactics you can take away and use immediately to grow your business, no corporate fluff, just fries, fun, and sales that scale.
- Seminar
Keeping Kids Safe Online: A Parent’s Guide
- SME Club
The online world is evolving at a pace that can feel overwhelming for any parent. With AI-generated deepfakes, fast-moving social media trends, online bullying, and extremist groups targeting young people, the digital landscape presents new challenges that didn’t exist even a few years ago.
This session is designed to give parents clarity, confidence, and practical strategies to help their children navigate the internet safely — without limiting their independence or curiosity.
- Seminar
Parents and Carers Event
- Parents
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- Meeting
Marketing Data – Measuring What Matters
- Member Only Event
This seminar explores how businesses can move beyond surface-level metrics and focus on the data that truly drives performance and growth.
It covers the difference between vanity metrics and actionable insights, and how to align marketing measurement with core business objectives such as revenue, customer acquisition, and profitability.
- Meeting
CHARITY SECTOR EVENT
- Charity
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- Seminar
Workplace Leadership for a Healthier, More Productive Greater Manchester Workforce: Live Well, Work Well
- Wellbeing Champions
Join us for a focused one hour session exploring how organisations can better support leaders while strengthening workplace wellbeing across Greater Manchester.
This event brings together a carefully selected panel of experts to provide a balanced and practical discussion on the realities of leadership today and its impact on workforce health and productivity.
The session will begin with an introduction from a representative of Live Well, who will outline the organisation’s 10-year strategy. Greater Manchester’s Live Well strategy isn’t just a public health ambition; it is also a workforce productivity and retention strategy, with employers acting as critical delivery partners. This introduction will highlight what Live Well offers employers including tools, referral pathways, and community partnerships, and how businesses can use these resources to reduce health related barriers to work, integrate wellbeing strategies, and realise financial and organisational benefits. This will be followed by a chaired panel discussion.
The panel has been intentionally designed to reflect a wide range of professional perspectives. Experts from HR, legal, medical or therapeutic, and wellbeing backgrounds will share insights from their fields, ensuring the conversation is inclusive and multidimensional. Together, they will explore the pressures leaders face, the legal and organisational risks involved, the mental health considerations that cannot be ignored, and practical steps organisations can take to strengthen workplace wellbeing and leadership capability.
Throughout the session, panelists will draw on real world experience of implementing leadership and wellbeing strategies. Attendees can expect honest reflections on challenges, lessons learned, and measurable outcomes. Particular emphasis will be placed on equipping managers with practical tools, training approaches, and structured support that can be applied immediately within their own teams.
The event is designed as a safe and constructive space to acknowledge the demands placed on leaders and to explore meaningful, sustainable solutions. Participants will leave with actionable insights and greater clarity on how to build stronger support systems that promote both effective workplace leadership and long term workforce wellbeing across Greater Manchester.
- Seminar
Wellbeing Champions Event
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- Training Session
Online Training: Close With Confidence – Turning Deals Into Lasting Relationships
- Skills
Part of the Sales Geek x Pro Manchester training series, Negotiation isn’t about winning at all costs, it’s about creating outcomes where everyone leaves the table satisfied.
In this engaging session, we’ll explore both the science and the art of influence. You’ll learn how to use persuasive language to strengthen your pitch, apply proven psychological principles, and confidently move through each stage of the negotiation process.
With practical tools, interactive exercises, and real-world scenarios, this course will help you transform difficult conversations into collaborative agreements and turn obstacles into opportunities.
You’ll learn how to:
- Use persuasive wording to shape conversations and strengthen your proposals
- Apply the six principles of persuasion (reciprocity, scarcity, authority, consistency, liking, consensus) to your sales approach
- Navigate the five stages of negotiation with confidence
- Discover and apply your BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement)
- Spot and overcome the most common negotiation blockers
Who’s it for?
Sales professionals, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who needs to influence and negotiate as part of their role. Whether you’re closing deals, managing partnerships, or navigating internal agreements, this session will give you the edge.
- Training Session
Online Training: How to Negotiate Business and Influence People
- Skills
Part of the Sales Geek x Pro Manchester training series, Negotiation isn’t about winning at all costs, it’s about creating outcomes where everyone leaves the table satisfied.
In this engaging session, we’ll explore both the science and the art of influence. You’ll learn how to use persuasive language to strengthen your pitch, apply proven psychological principles, and confidently move through each stage of the negotiation process.
With practical tools, interactive exercises, and real-world scenarios, this course will help you transform difficult conversations into collaborative agreements and turn obstacles into opportunities.
You’ll learn how to:
- Use persuasive wording to shape conversations and strengthen your proposals
- Apply the six principles of persuasion (reciprocity, scarcity, authority, consistency, liking, consensus) to your sales approach
- Navigate the five stages of negotiation with confidence
- Discover and apply your BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement)
- Spot and overcome the most common negotiation blockers
Who’s it for?
Sales professionals, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who needs to influence and negotiate as part of their role. Whether you’re closing deals, managing partnerships, or navigating internal agreements, this session will give you the edge.
- Training Session
Online Training: Inclusive Leadership – Unlocking Potential Through Equity & Belonging
- Skills
How leaders can move beyond “tick-box” diversity to build teams that thrive.
● Embedding equity into leadership.
● Recognising bias and fostering belonging.
● Strategies that elevate both performance and wellbeing.
- Training Session
Online Training: Objection Handling Like A Sales Geek
- Skills
Part of the Sales Geek x Pro Manchester training series, Objections aren’t roadblocks, they’re stepping stones.
Hearing “no” can feel like the end of the road, but in reality, objections are often a sign of interest. They show that a customer is engaging, testing, and searching for reassurance. The best salespeople know how to lean into objections, uncover what’s really going on, and turn challenges into chances to build trust.
In this dynamic session, you’ll explore the psychology behind objections and learn proven methods to handle them effectively. From practical objection-handling frameworks to simple questioning techniques, you’ll leave with the skills and confidence to navigate even the toughest conversations.
You’ll learn how to:
- Understand why objections happen and how to interpret them
- Spot the difference between a true objection and a simple obstacle
- Apply practical objection-handling frameworks such as C.R.U.S.H, EAR, and Feel-Felt-Found
- Reframe challenges as opportunities to demonstrate value and build stronger relationships
Who’s it for?
Sales professionals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders who want to become more resilient and persuasive. If you want to stop fearing objections and start using them as fuel for better conversations, this session is for you.
- Training Session
Online Training: Coaching Yourself and Others – The Power of Questioning Skills
- Skills
As a coach, I see the power of coaching conversations but often work with leaders and business people who have fallen into a habit of telling rather than asking. This might be quicker in the moment but often stilts growth and development – we might think of it as the very opposite of empowering people.
In this interactive workshop, Cath will introduce some basic coaching techniques that will enable you to hold coaching conversations with others in your organisation. And there will be plenty of time to practise the techniques in pairs and small groups and a push to become a better listener.
These techniques allow team members to communicate more effectively but also to access ideas that otherwise might not be expressed, and to overcome barriers that might be holding back progress.
A greater awareness of different questioning styles and, indeed, the power of silence can also be extremely beneficial in conversations with existing and potential customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.
Finally, but importantly, knowledge of these techniques also allows anybody to become their own coach. They feed into the development of the habit of reflection and help you move from the accidental to the strategic in your own career or business.
Attendees will leave with practical tools that they can deploy immediately to improve communication in their working lives.
- Training Session
Online Training: Standing Out In The Crowd
- Skills
Part of the Sales Geek x Pro Manchester training series, Strive not just to sell, but to be of value.
In crowded markets, the difference between winning and losing often comes down to how well you can show the value you bring.
This interactive session will give you the tools to define your true value, position it effectively, and present it in a way that makes customers sit up and listen.
- Training Session
How to Lead Teams With Confidence – Wherever They Are
- Skills
As hybrid and remote work becomes the norm, leaders need clear, practical skills to keep teams motivated, connected and performing at their best.
This interactive workshop blends evidence‑based thinking with tools you can apply immediately—whether you manage people across locations, collaborate digitally, or want to strengthen your leadership foundations.
Across 2.5 hours, you’ll explore what effective hybrid leadership looks like today, from inclusive team behaviours to communication, delegation and clarity. You’ll leave with techniques to build connection, lead consistently and help your team use AI confidently and appropriately.
- Training Session
Online Training: Resilient Leadership in Uncertain Times
- Skills
How to lead with confidence, adaptability, and humanity when the ground is constantly shifting.
● Building personal and emotional resilience as a leader.
● Strategies to prevent burnout (for self + teams).
● Practical frameworks ( Rivers to resilience framework ) for decision-making under pressure.
- Seminar
future-pro Educate: How To Write An Award Winning MiMA Nomination September 2026
- Future Pro-Manchester
Within this session you can expect shared personalourneys, challenges and achievements from our previous MiMA Winners, as well as lots of discussion on how they’ve taken charge of their careers early-on and how MiMA provided them with the springboard they needed to jump-start their careers, sharing handy tips on how it can help you too along the way.
And just in case that wasn’t enough, we also have some of our expert MiMA Judges joining us! Sharing their insight on what makes a good MiMA entry and what qualities they look for in entrants when deciding who they will crown the next future leaders of Manchester.
So, whether you’re considering entering MiMA ’26’s nominations yourself or you want to write a stellar nomination for a friend or colleague that will guarantee them a place on that shortlist, get yourself booked on to this event TODAY via the link above.
- Seminar
future-pro Summer Games Night
- Future Pro-Manchester
Looking to grow your professional network in a fun, fast-paced setting? Join us for Speed Networking event, the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded young professionals from across Greater Manchester.
Whether you’re new to networking or a seasoned pro, this event is designed to help you make meaningful connections quickly and confidently. You’ll take part in a series of short, structured conversations, giving you the chance to introduce yourself, share ideas, and explore opportunities with a wide range of peers and potential collaborators.
Why attend?
- Meet 30+ new contacts in one evening
- Practice your elevator pitch
- Build confidence in a low-pressure setting
- Get involved with the future-pro community
Spaces are limited – book your spot now!
- Seminar
Is it time to flex your workforce? SMEs Boost Growth with Fractional, Freelance & Interim Talent
- SME Club
With the costs of employing full-time staff increasing and a shortage of skilled staff in many sectors, how can companies grow, stay agile and implement change? We discuss how owner-managed businesses and SMEs can benefit from a flexible workforce.
Join us as we talk through real life examples from our expert panel and:
- Demystify the terminology around fractional, freelance and interim solutions
- Discuss the types of engagements a flexible workforce can carry out
- Highlight the benefits of a flexible workforce to your business
- Share how to prepare your business to get the most out of a flexible engagement
- Seminar
Social Mobility committee event
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- Seminar
Disability & Neurodiversity PLUS Parent & Carer event
- Parents
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- Seminar
Creative Committee Event
- Creative, Digital & Media
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- Seminar
future-pro Educate September – TBC
- Future Pro-Manchester
Looking to grow your professional network in a fun, fast-paced setting? Join us for Speed Networking event, the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded young professionals from across Greater Manchester.
Whether you’re new to networking or a seasoned pro, this event is designed to help you make meaningful connections quickly and confidently. You’ll take part in a series of short, structured conversations, giving you the chance to introduce yourself, share ideas, and explore opportunities with a wide range of peers and potential collaborators.
Why attend?
- Meet 30+ new contacts in one evening
- Practice your elevator pitch
- Build confidence in a low-pressure setting
- Get involved with the future-pro community
Spaces are limited – book your spot now!
- Seminar
future-pro Speed Networking
Looking to grow your professional network in a fun, fast-paced setting? Join us for Speed Networking event, the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded young professionals from across Greater Manchester.
Whether you’re new to networking or a seasoned pro, this event is designed to help you make meaningful connections quickly and confidently. You’ll take part in a series of short, structured conversations, giving you the chance to introduce yourself, share ideas, and explore opportunities with a wide range of peers and potential collaborators.
Why attend?
- Meet 30+ new contacts in one evening
- Practice your elevator pitch
- Build confidence in a low-pressure setting
- Get involved with the future-pro community
Spaces are limited – book your spot now!
- Celebration
future-pro Educate
- Future Pro-Manchester
ENTER DETAILS HERE.
Ticket prices (+ VAT)
Members
£35 per person
Non-Members
£45 per person
- Meeting
Unlocking Grid Flexibility | Manchester at the Heart of UK Energy Storage
- Member Only Event
Manchester is emerging as a critical hub for energy storage innovation, positioning the region at the forefront of the UK’s grid flexibility challenge. Our April panel brings together key figures driving this transformation across multiple storage technologies.
The event focuses on how different energy storage forms – from liquid air and battery systems to hydrogen and SAF – can address the UK’s renewable energy curtailment problem while supporting regional industrial growth.
Panellists will deliver insights into local policy, technology, universities and commercial deployment. These are essential perspectives for understanding how Manchester can capitalise on the UK’s £1bn+ annual curtailment challenge, while building industrial resilience and opportunity.
- Meeting
Beyond the Stage: Embedding Sustainability & Engagement in Employee Experiences
- Member Only Event
Employees don’t just attend events – they experience your culture through them. As organisations sharpen their focus on sustainability, HR and internal comms professionals have a unique opportunity to lead by example.
Beyond the Stage will explore how to weave sustainability into the very fabric of employee experiences, from the way events are planned and delivered to how they inspire long-term engagement. This thought leadership session brings together experts in people, comms, and events to share practical strategies, innovative ideas, and inspiring case studies that demonstrate how sustainable practices can elevate both impact and purpose.
Attendees will leave with actionable insights on:
· Embedding sustainability into internal events without compromising creativity or ngagement
· Communicating environmental values in a way that resonates with employees
· Using events as a platform to strengthen culture, boost retention, and drive meaningful change
Because when it comes to employee experiences, sustainability isn’t an add-on – it’s the stage, the story, and the legacy.
- Meeting
Wellbeing Advantage; unlocking employee potential
- Member Only Event
In today’s fast-paced work environments, employee wellbeing is no longer a “nice-to-have” it’s a strategic priority. Research shows that companies with strong wellbeing initiatives see up to 41% lower absenteeism, 24% higher productivity and are significantly more likely to attract and retain top talent. A culture that supports physical and mental health not only boosts engagement but also reduces burnout and improves collaboration across teams.
Join us for a refreshing start to the day that goes beyond the usual networking breakfast. Together we’ll share a nourishing breakfast, take a guided moment of calm to reset then dive into a practical session exploring how workplace wellbeing can drive meaningful results for both employees and organisations.
You’ll discover how small, intentional shifts, can create lasting impact.
You’ll walk away with:
· Actionable ideas to weave wellbeing into daily workflows without overwhelming your teams.
· Fresh insights into how nutrition, movement and mindfulness directly impact performance and resilience
· Valuable connections with like-minded leaders who share your commitment to creating healthier, happier workplaces
Whether you’re a business leader, HR professional, or simply curious about how to better support your people, this event will leave you with the tools, inspiration and confidence to build a workplace where both wellbeing and performance can thrive.
- Seminar
EDI event with AGE Inclusivity focus
- EDI
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- Seminar
pro-women sector event
- EDI
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- Seminar
Wellbeing Champions Event
- Wellbeing Champions
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- Meeting
The Impact of Recent Changes for Owner Managed Businesses on Inheritance Tax and Pensions
- Member Only Event
Recent changes to Inheritance Tax and pension rules could have a significant impact on business owners. They aren’t distant policy shifts and could have a real impact on how you protect, grow and pass on your business.
This session is designed to help you stay ahead. We’ll break down what’s changing, what it could mean for you, and how early planning can put you in a stronger position.
In this session, we’ll cover:
- What the latest Inheritance Tax changes could mean for business succession and family transfers
- How to plan ahead so your family can meet a potential IHT bill without needing to sell part, or all, of the business
- How evolving pension rules may affect your long-term planning and legacy options
- Practical steps you can take now to help protect your business and plan with confidence
With insights from specialists in financial planning and tax advisory, you’ll gain a clearer understanding of the changes to Business Property Relief (BPR), alongside pension regulation updates taking effect from April 2027.
This is an opportunity to get informed, get prepared, and take control of what comes next.
- Celebration
Strike Up Connections
- Hospitality
Join us this May for Strike Up Connections at KingPins a relaxed after-work networking event designed to bring professionals together in a comfortable, social setting.
This informal evening offers the opportunity to meet new contacts, have genuine conversations, and expand your network without a structured agenda. Whether you’re growing your business, exploring new opportunities, or simply looking to connect with others in the community, this is an easy way to do it.
Come along, connect with like-minded professionals, and make the most of your evening at KingPins.
- Seminar
The Future-Proof Exchange: Linking Students and Industry Leaders
- Green Economy
Finding a meaningful career in sustainability can often feel like navigating a maze. On 11 June, we’re cutting through the noise.
The Future-Proof Exchange is designed to connect ambitious university students directly with professionals working at the forefront of the green transition. This isn’t a formal lecture or a standard careers fair it’s a structured, fast-paced evening of direct conversation aimed at building real professional links.
- Conference
REG Connects 2026
- REG
A day to connect business, leadership, and action for racial equity and inclusive growth
REG Connects is a unique gathering for business and community leaders, investors and ethnic minority business owners (EMBs).
This one-day event is designed to spark fresh thinking and practical action on racial equity and inclusive growth. It brings together a cross-sector network to share ideas, build partnerships, and shape a more proactive, equitable and commercially successful future for Manchester and beyond.
- Seminar
Make the most of your membership webinar
- Business Development Event
Make sure you are getting the most from your pro-manchester membership in the year ahead.
Join us for a friendly and informative webinar all about making the most of your pro-manchester membership.
Find out what is coming up over the next 12 months, how to get the best value from your membership, and where the key opportunities to get involved will be. Hear from Sam Booth, Rachel Tetlow and our Programme Managers, with time for a live Q&A at the end.
It is also a great opportunity to meet the team, learn more about how we can support you, and discover more about the benefits of membership, whether you are already a member or thinking about joining pro-manchester.
- Seminar
Make the most of your membership event
- Business Development Event
- Seminar
PE in Professional Services: Strategy, Scale and Success
- Corporate Finance
Private Equity investment is playing an increasingly influential role in shaping the professional services landscape. From accelerating growth to driving transformation, PE-backed firms are redefining how services are delivered, scaled, and commercialised.
This event brings together leaders from Private Equity backed professional services firms to share insights into their growth journeys, the realities of operating under PE ownership, and the opportunities this model creates for clients, employees, and the wider market.
What You’ll Learn:
- What PE investors look for in professional services platforms and add-ons
- How advisors and suppliers can engage effectively with PE-backed firms
- How PE backing drives growth, innovation, and operational change
- The opportunities and challenges of operating within a PE-backed environment
- Seminar
Healthcare sector event
- Healthcare
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- Seminar
Beyond the Blueprint: How AI is Reshaping Modern Construction
- Property & Regeneration
The construction industry is at a historic turning point. As our physical world becomes increasingly digital, the way we conceptualise, design, and execute projects must evolve.
Join us for an exploration of how Artificial Intelligence is moving beyond the screen and into the site. We’ll dive into how AI is empowering design teams to create more sustainable, cost-effective, and visionary structures with a level of precision that was previously impossible. From initial sketches to the final brick, discover how technology is turning the blueprints of tomorrow into the reality of today.
- Seminar
Hospitality unplugged: Prioritising Wellbeing in the Hospitality Industry
- Hospitality
Building on our previous wellbeing-focused sessions, this event dives deeper into the mental health challenges faced by hospitality professionals and highlights the transformative role of charitable and community organisations. Explore how supporting staff wellbeing not only strengthens teams but also leaves a lasting impact on the communities we serve.
Key Themes:
- Mental health awareness and support in hospitality
- Charities driving staff wellbeing
- Creating lasting community and industry impact
- Opportunities for guest and attendee contributions
- Celebration
Pure Networking – Fenix
- Hospitality
Kick off the new year with fresh connections at our February pure networking event! Join us for a casual, after-work networking event designed for professionals to connect. With no formal agenda, this event offers the perfect opportunity to meet new people, exchange ideas, and expand your network in a relaxed atmosphere.
Februarys Pure Networking event will be hosted at Gino D’Acampo’s Italian Restaurant which is the latest restaurant to open in partnership with hotel giant INNSiDE by Meliá. A beautiful restaurant, with floor to ceiling windows that lets the natural light flood in, it’s a real February mood booster.
Don’t miss out on great conversations and valuable connections!
- Celebration
Pure Networking – TATTU
- Hospitality
Kick off the new year with fresh connections at our February pure networking event! Join us for a casual, after-work networking event designed for professionals to connect. With no formal agenda, this event offers the perfect opportunity to meet new people, exchange ideas, and expand your network in a relaxed atmosphere.
Februarys Pure Networking event will be hosted at Gino D’Acampo’s Italian Restaurant which is the latest restaurant to open in partnership with hotel giant INNSiDE by Meliá. A beautiful restaurant, with floor to ceiling windows that lets the natural light flood in, it’s a real February mood booster.
Don’t miss out on great conversations and valuable connections!
- Celebration
Pure Networking – Louis
- Hospitality
Kick off the new year with fresh connections at our February pure networking event! Join us for a casual, after-work networking event designed for professionals to connect. With no formal agenda, this event offers the perfect opportunity to meet new people, exchange ideas, and expand your network in a relaxed atmosphere.
Februarys Pure Networking event will be hosted at Gino D’Acampo’s Italian Restaurant which is the latest restaurant to open in partnership with hotel giant INNSiDE by Meliá. A beautiful restaurant, with floor to ceiling windows that lets the natural light flood in, it’s a real February mood booster.
Don’t miss out on great conversations and valuable connections!
- Seminar
Green Sector Event
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- Seminar
Fintech Sector Event
- Fintech
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- Seminar
Fintech Sector Event
- Fintech
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- Seminar
Property Social
- Property & Regeneration
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- Celebration
SOCIAL TEMPLATE
- Key Event (non programme)
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Ticket prices (+ VAT)
Members
£35 per person
Non-Members
£45 per person
- Seminar
PROGRAMME EVENT TEMPLATE (with Non Member Fee)
- Sector Group
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- Conference
Trailblazing Tech Template
- Key Event
At Trailblazing Tech 2022 we’ll be embracing the big topics and debugging the buzzwords. We will be discussing developments in fintech and cyber security, analysing the impact of omnichannel on retail and digital marketing, exploring how businesses are using technology to leverage their sustainability ambitions and addressing the divide in healthcare technology.
- Meeting
MORE CONTENT NEEDED – Carbon Literacy & Hospitality: From Awareness to Impact
- Member Only Event
- Dinner
Lunch with Caroline Simpson – Group CEO of the GMCA
- Key Event (non programme)
- Seminar
Standing Out in a Crowded Market: Winning More of the Right Deals
- SME Club
- Seminar
Creating Content That Converts, Not Just Fills Feeds
- SME Club
- Meeting
Beyond Compliance: Creating Inclusive Menopause Workplace Support
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Added on CV / WP : Date TBC IT, Cyber & AI: Building Secure Foundations for Smarter Growth
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
not online – awaiting syn – YFM x Trimontium AI – AI Governance and Compliance in Dealmaking
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Social Mobility in Focus: Insight, Action & Collective Impact
- Social Mobility
- Seminar
The Hidden Juggle: Work, Parenting and Neurodiversity
- Parents
- Seminar
World pay – form over for MAY ( womens event )
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Forever manchester – Social Value in the City: How building communities across our region increases connectivity, creativity and achieves social value objectives.
- Member Only Event
- Other/General
Rise & Recharge: Elevate Your Performance & Wellbeing
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Navigating Finance with Complex Income: Solutions for Business Owners
- Corporate Finance
- Seminar
Creative, Digital & Media Summer Surgery: Expert Advice for Your Business
- Creative, Digital & Media
- Seminar
Cutting Through the AI Noise to Drive Real Business Value
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Money Matters: Making Your Business Fundable in Today’s Market
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Good Employment Charter leadership series – Leading Forward: Lessons from This Year, Priorities for the Next
- SME Club
- Seminar
Sell Smarter, Not Cheaper: Winning the Right Deals in a Slower Market
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Using AI Safely and Effectively in Your Business
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Property in Practice: Where the Real Opportunities Are Right Now
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
How to Build a Creative Digital Strategy That Wins More Clients in Financial and Professional Services
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Good Employment Charter leadership series: Leadership That Supports Growth and Change
- Member Only Event
- Other/General
Professional services brunch – City Centre
- Key Event (non programme)
- Seminar
Accessing Finance: What Funders Are Really Looking For
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Atom Valley and Regional Growth: What It Means for Your Business
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Creative That Converts: Digital with Impact
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
From Surviving to Thriving: Leading in Uncertain Times
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
AI Done Right (and Wrong): Real Wins, Real
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Cash, Capital & Control: Funding Growth the Smart Way
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Pipeline Under Pressure: How to Keep Growth Moving
- Member Only Event
- Other/General
Gusbourne and pro-manchester Drinks Reception (Copy)
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Date TBC – Not published on Cvent/ WP – 2026 – What are the key trends in the office market?
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Date TBC not published / cvent / WP – 2026 – What are the key trends in the office market?
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Cash Out With Confidence – Turning Business Value Into Family Security After an Exit
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
The Squeeze: How Smart Manchester Businesses Are Staying Ahead in 2026–2027
- Member Only Event
- Other/General
Gusbourne and pro-manchester Drinks Reception
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Navigating Finance with Complex Income: Solutions for Business Owners
- Business Development Event
- Meeting
Beyond EBITDA: Reframing a brand like you mean business
- Member Only Event
- Other/General
Professional & Financial Services Brunch
- Key Event (non programme)
- Seminar
Review of the north west M&A funding market
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
TEST EVENT FOR JOSH – BIG PARTNERSHIP
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Date TBC – not published on cvent / WP – Illuminated Heritage: Why the Craft of Neon Glass Bending Still Matters
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
SME Bruntwood – getting people back into the office
- SME Club
- Celebration
Inside the Vault: The After Work Showcase
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
AI is already in your organisation. The question is who is governing it?
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
From Offer to Impact: Getting Onboarding and Probation Right
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Lead the Change: Why Men Matter in Inclusion
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Tendering & Supplying to the Public Sector
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Your Career Growth – Confidence, Visibility & Influence
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Make the Most of your Membership Event
- Business Development Event
- Seminar
AI is already becoming ubiquitous in business: but what does the future look like?
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Future Corporate Leadership Development: Practical Approaches to Progress Ethnic Minority Talent into Senior Leadership
- REG
- Meeting
Driving AI Adoption for Business Impact
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Leadership Strategies to Create a Psychologically Safe Workplace
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Succession planning: for you and your business
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Breakfast Briefing: Modernising for Value – Leveraging Modern Technology to Maximise Business Growth and Investor Confidence
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
How spaces shape culture, community, and connection – beyond the desk
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
future-pro Educate: Developing the Leader Within
- Future Pro-Manchester
- Training Session
Online Training: Performing Under Pressure: Managing Your Inner Chimp in Turbulent Skies
- Skills
- Training Session
Online Training: Igniting Your Super Strengths: The Power Behind Lift-Off
- Skills
- Seminar
Good Employment Charter Series (Lou Carter – Rising Vibe)
- SME Club
- Seminar
Inspiring Leadership – The leader’s role in motivation (part of the transformational leadership series)
- SME Club
- Meeting
Inner Launch Live: The Psychology of Performing When It Matters
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Selecting the right leader: Better to have a hole than an …. ?
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
future-pro Educate – Latimer (Shared Ownership)
- Future Pro-Manchester
- Meeting
Marketing Data – Measuring What Matters
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
Workplace Leadership for a Healthier, More Productive Greater Manchester Workforce: Live Well, Work Well
- Wellbeing Champions
- Training Session
Online Training: Close With Confidence – Turning Deals Into Lasting Relationships
- Skills
- Training Session
Online Training: Inclusive Leadership – Unlocking Potential Through Equity & Belonging
- Skills
- Training Session
Online Training: Coaching Yourself and Others – The Power of Questioning Skills
- Skills
- Seminar
future-pro Educate: How To Write An Award Winning MiMA Nomination September 2026
- Future Pro-Manchester
- Seminar
Is it time to flex your workforce? SMEs Boost Growth with Fractional, Freelance & Interim Talent
- SME Club
- Seminar
Disability & Neurodiversity PLUS Parent & Carer event
- Parents
- Seminar
future-pro Educate September – TBC
- Future Pro-Manchester
- Meeting
Unlocking Grid Flexibility | Manchester at the Heart of UK Energy Storage
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Beyond the Stage: Embedding Sustainability & Engagement in Employee Experiences
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
Wellbeing Advantage; unlocking employee potential
- Member Only Event
- Meeting
The Impact of Recent Changes for Owner Managed Businesses on Inheritance Tax and Pensions
- Member Only Event
- Seminar
The Future-Proof Exchange: Linking Students and Industry Leaders
- Green Economy
- Seminar
Make the most of your membership event
- Business Development Event
- Seminar
PE in Professional Services: Strategy, Scale and Success
- Corporate Finance
- Seminar
Beyond the Blueprint: How AI is Reshaping Modern Construction
- Property & Regeneration
- Seminar
Hospitality unplugged: Prioritising Wellbeing in the Hospitality Industry
- Hospitality
- Seminar
PROGRAMME EVENT TEMPLATE (with Non Member Fee)
- Sector Group
Who it’s for…
Financial institutions, legal firms, consultancies, and professional service providers.
Our Committee
Becoming a member of a pro-manchester committee is an opportunity to play an active role in shaping the future of Greater Manchester’s business community.
You’ll work alongside industry leaders and experts to co-create activity, share insight and drive initiatives that create real opportunity for members and the wider region.
Member testimonials
Pro Manchester is more than a network, it is a community! A community which is connected, engaged through events. It has year on year transformed the Manchester business community, by offering opportunities to ethnic minorities and a meaningful step-up for the those early on in their career and bringing businesses together! If you are not in this network, get signed up, it is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.
Dr Amna Khan
Senior Lecturer in Marketing specialising in Consumer Behaviour and Retailing at Manchester Metropolitan University
From the moment I first connected with pro-manchester, I felt genuinely welcomed. Their warmth, integrity and commitment to building a stronger North West business community shines through in all they set out to achieve.
pro-manchester goes far beyond simply connecting people as real, lasting relationships are formed when collaborating with the team. It’s a space where you feel supported not only in business goals, but in your personal growth too. You benefit from the team’s creative vision, their innovative approach and their genuine belief in the people they work with. That kind of environment doesn’t solely open doors, it empowers you to walk through them with confidence and clarity.
Through the panels, committees and events I have been a part of, I’ve not only expanded my network but also found allies, collaborators and friends. The conversations are thought provoking, the collaboration is authentic, and the ripple effect of their work extends far beyond the event.
pro-manchester is much, much more than a network; it’s a catalyst for progress. I’m proud to be an ambassador and to champion the incredible work they do, supporting and inspiring businesses while shaping a future that we can all be excited about.
Alex Clapp
Founder of Claritee Group Ltd
Pro-Manchester is like having a secret business ninja in your back pocket, picking up subjects that support businesses and growth, promote the region, and showcase the best of Manchester. Every place needs a Pro-Ninja!
Andrea Winders
Head of Inward Investment for Life Sciences and Healthcare at MIDAS Manchester’s Inward Investment Agency
What I love about Pro-Manchester is how genuinely welcoming it is. The events always feel very purpose driven, so it’s easy to meet people and learn from different perspectives! The panel discussions are brilliant, with really interesting topics and well-represented speakers.
The opportunity to speak to large audiences at events like Trailblazing Tech, while building a company in my twenties, has been an amazing experience. The community is not only welcoming and supportive but also exceptionally well-organized and professional.
Caroline Welsh
Operations Director at Leafyard
As a relative newbie to the city of Manchester and its business community, pro-manchester has provided me with an invaluable networking starting point to build my professional network and relationships. My involvement with the pro-manchester corporate finance committee has given me and Bermans excellent exposure and the opportunity to have an insight and understanding of the ongoings and developments in the Manchester CF community. The quality, variety and volume of networking events pro-manchester hosts is second to none.
Laura McMorland
Partner at Bermans
Pro-Manchester has been a fantastic partner for NetZero.co.uk. Their network, events, and insights have connected us with like-minded businesses across the region, helping us share our vision for a low-carbon future. Having been office neighbours, we know the team well and their professionalism and passion for supporting Greater Manchester’s business community shines through in everything they do, and we’re proud to be part of it.
Mark Hammond
Founder at Net Zero
As a representative of Finance Isle of Man and Fintech committee member at Pro-Manchester, I can confidently say that this network has been instrumental in building meaningful business relationships across Greater Manchester and beyond. Pro-Manchester provides an exceptional platform for professionals to connect, collaborate, and create genuine opportunities for growth.
What sets Pro-Manchester apart is its commitment to fostering authentic business relationships rather than superficial networking. The quality of members, the calibre of events, and the genuine spirit of collaboration make it an invaluable resource for any business looking to establish a strong presence in the North-West.
From the Isle of Man perspective, Pro-Manchester has been crucial in helping us bridge the gap between our island’s financial & professional services sector and Greater Manchester’s dynamic business ecosystem. The connections we’ve made through this network have led to real partnerships and tangible business outcomes.
I would recommend Pro-Manchester to any serious business professional looking to expand their network with purpose and integrity.
Paul Blake
Senior Financial Services Executive at Isle of Man Department of Enterprise
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