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About Manchester Business Hub

About Manchester Business Hub

Connecting Manchester businesses through community, events and visibility

Manchester Business Hub (MBH) is a local membership-led business community based in and around Greater Manchester. We create opportunities for connection, collaboration and growth through high-quality business networking events, member visibility and supportive ongoing engagement.

Our aim is simple: help Manchester-based businesses build real relationships and be more visible locally. We do this through face-to-face and hybrid networking, online promotion and a strong community of business people who believe in supporting one another.

Who we are

MBH began life as a community project in 2018 with the goal of bringing local businesses together to support one another.
Over time, it evolved into one of the region’s most active business networking communities, hosting regular events attended
by dozens of businesses from across Manchester’s vibrant economy

A community of Manchester-based businesses, organisations, charities and freelancers
Hosts of regular monthly networking events across Manchester
Supporters of ongoing visibility for local business members
A place to make meaningful, long-lasting business relationships

Our Mission

At MBH we believe that strong local connections make for stronger local businesses.

We Help Manchester Businesses:

Connect

Connect with other local business owners and decision-makers

Collaborate

Collaborate on opportunities, partnerships and growth initiatives

Be Seen

Be seen through events, online features and member promotion

Grow

Grow through real-world interaction and trusted local relationships

What we do

Business networking events and local business promotion

Manchester Business Hub runs regular business networking events across Manchester, designed to encourage
meaningful conversations that lead to real business outcomes, including connections, collaborations,
referrals and opportunities.

Our events bring together business owners, decision-makers and local professionals from a wide range of
industries in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Alongside our events, MBH supports the local business community through the mpostcode business directory,
which helps people discover Manchester-based businesses.

MBH membership brings these elements together. Members are active participants at events and are also
promoted through the business directory and wider MBH channels to increase local visibility and recognition.

What to expect from MBH events:

A welcoming environment for businesses of all sizes and sectors
Opportunities to connect with decision-makers and local professionals
Events hosted at central and accessible Manchester locations
Time for introductions, conversation and follow-up

Members attend standard networking events free.

Non-members can attend on a pay-per-event basis.

Our Values

Community first

We believe that business thrives when people connect with intention and mutual support.

Local focus

We focus on businesses based in Manchester and the surrounding area to keep trade and relationships local.

Sustained visibility

Membership isn’t about a one-off interaction — it’s about ongoing presence and opportunity.

Trust and transparency

We operate openly, with clear membership benefits and fair access to events and community activity.

Our background

Manchester Business Hub began with a simple idea: bring Manchester businesses together to make connections that matter.

MBH was initially led by its founder who built the early community through persistent networking and innovative event formats. The organisation rapidly grew into a regional hub for business networking, supported by local sponsors.

Today, MBH continues to evolve under experienced leadership with a dedicated events team committed to creating high-quality networking opportunities for all members.

Why join MBH

Becoming a member of Manchester Business Hub means being part of a community that:

Supports your business through ongoing visibility
Connects you with other local business leaders
Offers opportunities to showcase your expertise
Helps build long-term relationships within Manchester’s business ecosystem

Many local organisations first attend events, experience the value, then decide to become full members because they want consistent visibility and stronger connection pathways.

Recognition and impact

MBH has become known as one of the key business networking communities in the Manchester area. Through our events and online platforms, we’ve helped many businesses broaden their reach, find collaborators and become more active in the local economy.

Where we operate

MBH is focused on supporting businesses throughout:

  • Manchester city centre and Central Business District
  • Salford, Trafford, Stockport and surrounding Greater Manchester areas
  • The broader North West business ecosystem

By focusing on the local region, we strengthen community impact and support meaningful regional economic activity.

Get involved

Whether you’re a business owner, director, freelancer or charity leader in Manchester, there are several ways to get involved with MBH:

Attend a networking event

Experience the community first-hand, meet local business professionals and build connections.

Explore membership options

Become a member to enjoy free event access, enhanced visibility and ongoing community support.

Speak, sponsor or partner

Interested in speaking at an event, hosting a venue, or sponsoring MBH activities? Contact the team to discuss opportunities.

FAQ’s

Do I need to be a member to attend events?
No. Non-members can attend MBH networking events on a pay-per-event basis and may choose to join later.
MBH is open to Manchester-based businesses, organisations, charities, and freelancers who want to build local connections.

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