After the organisation filed its intent to appoint administrators in August, a new company has been formed to take over the activities of the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce.
The organisation has confirmed that Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce 2025 Limited has purchased the business and certain assets from Administrators, Armstrong Watson.
A total of 37 staff members have transferred to the new organisation, including a leadership team of Sarah Blatch, Finance Director; Chris Fletcher, Policy Director; and Lucy Mulligan, Marketing Director. Clive Memmott, the GMCC Chief Executive will step down after a brief period of transition.
The deal ensures the continued delivery of the Chamber’s services to its members across the city region, including business support and delivery of Greater Manchester’s Local Skills Improvement Plan. The organiastion’s flexible office and conference centre offer, Chamber Space, closed in August, and will not return as part of this new model.
Lindsey Cooper, of Armstrong Watson, said:
“We are very pleased that a deal has been negotiated whereby jobs have been preserved and continuity of the vital services carried out by the Chamber in supporting the Greater Manchester business community has been secured.”
In a statement confirming the deal, the new Chamber commented:
“We would like thank every member, business and individual who has supported the Chamber through this period, and of course our staff who have continued to support the membership with dedication and enthusiasm.“
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