Develop a Sustainable Future The next in our series of Manufacturing and Engineering Forums will be focusing on sustainability, innovation and how we embed this into our operations. The discussion will cover the following topics: Creating commercial growth while considering environmental responsibility Improving supply chain opportunities by looking at a sustainable future Embracing change and […]
Why attend the Property Developer Show In a fast-moving market like Manchester, the right conversations can accelerate everything. The Property Developer Show Manchester brings together people who are actively investing, building, and growing. making it one of the most valuable property networking events in Manchester for those serious about progression. What to expect at the […]
Back by popular demand - our Expos are travelling Greater Manchester, and the next stop is GM Central! We'll be coming to Manchester to support the businesses in our city region - Manchester and Salford - plus further afield - to enjoy a morning of networking, meeting potential clients and partners and profiling your business […]
Join Robin Murray, your IFA Regional Ambassador, for Northern England (Manchester) enlightening regional event. This event offers an engaging and educational opportunity to continue your professional development, combining professional learning while connecting with fellow members and industry peers. This in-person event will also include: A welcome and update from IFA, including introductions to new and existing […]
We're bringing together twenty selected technology companies from across the North with public sector agencies and corporates working in defence, national security and cyber, for an afternoon focused on where the opportunities are and how to access them. It's the fringe day before MD Future, our conference on 17 September. The afternoon does three things: […]
MD Future 26 brings together the leaders shaping the future of AI, compute and frontier technology in the North. Connecting industry, academia, founders, investors and policymakers, the event will explore the infrastructure, talent and innovation needed to build the next generation of the intelligence economy. Topics include: AI infrastructure and data centres Quantum and frontier […]
People and behaviours: Delivering successful projects Headline sponsor - Power Framework In today’s dynamic project environments, success hinges not just on technical excellence but on the human dimensions of change. Our North West Conference theme of People and Behaviours will explore the critical interpersonal and ethical competences that enable projects and teams to thrive, emphasising; […]
On 23 September 2026, leaders from across the region will come together in Manchester for a full-day challenge hosted by creativity, innovation and high-performance specialist Dr Mark Batey. This isn’t a typical workshop — it’s a hands-on, fast-paced experience where teams will use cutting-edge tools to tackle a real challenge revealed on the day. Expect collaboration. Expect bold thinking. […]
The UKLA Autumn Lunch will be held on Friday 25th September 2026 at Manchester Hall; one of the most iconic yet undiscovered buildings in Manchester’s city centre. Timings 10.30am UKLA & VLS AGM (UKLA and VLS members only) 11.00am European Policy Update meeting (UKLA and VLS members only) 12.00pm Drinks Reception 1.00pm Lunch 3.30pm Networking […]
The flagship event is back, and better than ever! Join us for Greater Manchester's biggest celebration of business success at the 2026 Excellence Awards, sponsored by BioPharma Dynamics. Bringing together hundreds of business leaders, innovators and changemakers, this flagship event shines a spotlight on the organisations and individuals driving our city-region forward. This is a key […]
Why you should come? Networking with fellow product people 👋 Great talks from local and national speakers 🎤 Food 🍕and drink 🍺 We welcome people from all backgrounds! We're a friendly bunch, our typical crowd includes: senior product leaders startup founders mid-level PMs new PMs people looking to get into Product engineers/developers designers people who […]
MBH Women in Business Networking Brunch at the fantastic Piccolino, Manchester. As one of the leaders in networking across the North West, we are delighted to invite you to join us for our winter Women in Business event! Aimed at bringing together local female founders, freelancers, creatives and professionals for a morning of inspiration and connection. On […]
