Events

Join Arc at Hat Works for a fun and vibrant evening of creativity, community, and celebration! Art Auction: Bid live on stunning artworks, a chance to own a unique piece while supporting a great cause. Please note that bidding is not mandatory, and the bids will not be reaching hugely unaffordable heights. However, you may […]

Get together with other like minded individuals to talk all things property... We’d love to invite you to join our next property networking event which will be on Tuesday 16th December! (Just in time for Christmas ??) Who should attend? If you work with the property sector in any form, whether you’re an experienced developer, a first […]

IN Accountancy are running a free, in-person workshop “5 Ways to Grow Your Profits”. The first session is taking place on Wednesday 21st January, 4.30–6.00pm, and further sessions will be every 6-8 weeks. This practical and accessible session will explore simple, effective ways to improve profitability, using real-world examples and ideas you can apply straight […]

Learn the essentials of safe AI use, covering risks, GDPR, staff guidance and simple policies to protect your data and team. Fully funded - free to attend AI is moving fast – and many small businesses are suddenly using it without a clear plan for safety, staff guidance or GDPR compliance. If you’re wondering how […]

Using a 12-week inclusive growth planning approach, you’ll identify priorities, create momentum, and leave with actions you can take away. About this event Many organisations have inclusion strategies — but turning them into meaningful, practical action can be challenging. This Equal Futures session is designed to help business owners, leaders and managers move from good intentions […]

Networking South will bring together businesses from Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and the surrounding areas to build connections, create opportunities and drive change. We'll be taking a deep dive into the support that the Chamber can offer to businesses in helping them to build their brand, we'll be sharing best practice, top tips and platforms (included […]

About This Workshop Helping professionals strengthen credibility, influence and consistency in how they show up professionally and organisationally. Learning Objectives Understand what professional credibility and reputation mean in an organisational context. Explore how behaviour, communication and decision-making shape trust and reputation. Reflect on how personal credibility aligns with organisational values and culture. Leave with practical […]

It’s our first First Friday networking event of 2026 (?) and we’d like to invite you on Friday 6th February! Who should attend? If you’re looking to meet likeminded individuals, build your network and have a few drinks (alcoholic and non alcoholic available) then this is for you. How much does it cost? It’s absolutely free to attend […]

Quarterly Trafford Park Roundtable exclusively for Trafford Park businesses to share updates, build connections and shape local priorities. The Trafford Park Business Roundtable is a quarterly, in-person forum supported by Trafford Council, GM Chamber, the Business Growth Hub and Trafford & Stockport College Group. It is designed to bring Trafford Park businesses together to: Share intelligence and updates […]

Join us for a practical introduction to AI - simple & useful insights you can apply straight away. 10/2/26 from 10am - 1pm at Trafford College, WA14 5PQ Trafford College, FSB and Colony Networking have partnered to jointly deliver this AI Basics “Made Simple” workshop, designed to help local SMEs build confidence in using artificial […]

This two day accredited course empowers apprentices to innovate, influence, and inspire change in their workplace. Free for GM Apprentices. The Greater Manchester Innovation Literacy Programme is an engaging, hands-on training course designed for apprentices who want to turn their ideas into action. To complete this exciting programme, you will attend two training days held on the […]

The Centre for Digital Innovation (CDI) invites you to explore the future of manufacturing innovation and skills in Greater Manchester. Manufacturing SMEs across Greater Manchester are invited to a fully […]