Location:
Elliot House
151 Deansgate
Manchester M3 3WD
GMCC's Digital & Technology Forum is designed to explore how innovations are redefining the way we live and work.
Whether you are looking to stay ahead of industry trends, explore new applications, or understand how technology can drive sustainable growth, this event promises to showcase the evolving technology landscape.
For more than 250 years, Manchester has been creating and shaping the future. Creativity and pioneering new ways of working is in our DNA.
Since developing the first stored program computer and the world’s first commercial computer, Manchester has continued to pioneer in areas including eCommerce, cyber security, AI and data, and service design – to name a few. Innovation in these areas is complemented by the city’s five leading universities, which have a proven track record for collaborating with industry on ground-breaking research and development.
As well as being home to a fast-growing £5 billion digital ecosystem, Manchester is officially the UK’s Top Digital Tech City, with ambitions to become a top five European digital city and global influencer.
Manchester has a thriving community of more than 10,000 digital and tech businesses, from start-ups and SMEs to global brands including Google, Microsoft, IBM and Cisco – as well as numerous of start-ups. These companies sit side-by-side in the city’s digital and technology clusters, incubators and co-working spaces, where they converge, collaborate and drive innovation.
Hear from Matt Robinson, Head of Nations & Regions, techUK
Matt joined techUK as Head of Nations & Regions in Summer 2021, he leads techUK’s engagement with Devolved Government, Combined Authorities and Elected Mayors across the UK. He works with techUK’s members on growing and strengthening the digital economy across the UK including developing and growing techUK’s Local Digital Index (a tool to map and demonstrate the strength of the tech sector across the UK). He also leads on Devolution, Local Growth Plans, and related policy matters.
Prior to joining techUK, Matt worked for several national education charities and membership bodies to develop their regional partnerships with schools, academy trusts, local authorities, and other stakeholders. He’s also worked with local authority leaders and other stakeholders to engage communities, work with elected members and improve public services.
Join us for networking and hear from an industry expert.
Cost to attend:
£10 plus VAT for GM Chamber Members, £20 plus VAT for Non-members.
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Cancellation Terms
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