Your future-pro Starter Pack: The Purpose Behind Our Events
This future-pro webinar is designed to help young professionals make the most of future-pro and confidently get involved in the network. This online lunch & learn style session will offer a clear, friendly introduction to the opportunities available within future-pro programme, perfect for anyone who’s new to networking or unsure where to start.
The session will be co-hosted by Herbie Hursthouse, chair and Alex O'Sullivan, co-chair of future-pro. They will bring an engaging, approachable double-act dynamic to the webinar. Together, they’ll share practical guidance, insider tips, and real examples to help you understand how future-pro can support your professional development, build your confidence, and connect you with peers across the city.
Whether you're looking to expand your network, explore new events, or simply understand how to get more involved, this webinar will give you everything you need to get started.
About the Speakers:
Herbie Hursthouse is the Chair of Future Pro and Sales Innovation Manager at Together. In his role, Herbie is deeply committed to fostering growth and innovation within the industry. Through Future Pro, he champions a platform designed to empower like-minded professionals – helping them build confidence, develop skills, and expand both personal and professional networks. Herbie is passionate about creating opportunities for collaboration and knowledge-sharing, ensuring that the next generation of leaders have the tools and connections to thrive.
Always open to meaningful conversations, Herbie Welcomes connections on LinkedIn and encourages anyone attending industry events to reach out and say hello.
Hi, I’m Alex O’Sullivan, Business Development Manager at Maldron Hotels Manchester and Vice Chair of Future-Pro, Pro Manchester’s young professionals network.
My career is firmly rooted in commercial hospitality. I began my journey with Dalata Hotel Group, progressing through their Graduate Programme before moving into sales and eventually stepping into business development. Today, I focus on creating and nurturing corporate relationships, developing strategic partnerships, and representing our Manchester hotels within the wider business community.
Hospitality has given me the chance to combine strategy, people, and creativity — and that mix is what motivates me every day. I love understanding what clients need, finding opportunities that work for both sides, and helping showcase the strength and growth of the Manchester hotel market.
Alongside my day-to-day role, I’m proud to serve as Vice Chair of Future-Pro. Being part of this network allows me to support other young professionals, help shape events and opportunities, and contribute to a community where people can learn, grow, and build confidence.
If you’d like to connect, collaborate, or find out more about what I do, please feel free to reach out.
Connect with me on LinkedIn or email me at [email protected].
Interested In The Event?
If you’re interested in attending, you can book online here.
