JMW are latest to join sponsorship line up for the Manchester Business Conference

With just weeks to go until the second pro.manchester Business Conference, prominent law firm JMW has signed on as sponsor to the event which will be held on 1st March at Lancashire County Cricket Club.

JMW the firm which is now widely regarded as ‘one to watch’ in the North West released half year financial results showing an increase of 16% in total fees and a 23% rise in profit.  Total headcount at the firm has also grown from 160 to 190 in the last 12 months, largely on the commercial side of the firm including new heads of department for corporate, employment and intellectual property.

Recent client wins include; Kellogg’s plc., Amaze plc., Chillfactore, and the North West Employers Organisation.

Commenting on the sponsorship deal Joy Kingsley, Senior Partner said 

“Having attended last years’ conference and being impressed by both the quality of the topics covered as well as the calibre of delegates I felt the conference would provide a perfect platform to further enhance our profile.  We are proud to be associated with this prestigious event and look forward to taking up the many opportunities that the conference will have to offer”.

Chief Executive of pro.manchester said “We’re delighted to welcome JMW to be part of our conference for 2012, it’s a testament to the success of last  year’s conference that we’re able to attract such big name sponsors and we look forward to working with them”

JMW join MIDAS, Manchester Metropolitan University and The North West Fund as sponsors of this year’s conference.  For more information on sponsorship or booking details please visit www.manchesterbusinessconference .co.uk or contact Nicola McCormick Events and Conference Manager.