The Squeeze: How Smart Manchester Businesses Are Staying Ahead in 2026–2027
22nd June 2026, 2:11 pm
Join HR Toolbox, Cowgills, Santé Group and Express IT Group for The Big Squeeze – a straight-talking business panel discussion designed for founders, Managing Directors and senior leaders navigating growth in an increasingly challenging environment.
If you’re running a business right now, you’ll know the pressure:
- Rising costs
- Recruitment and retention challenges
- Employment law changes
- Increasing cyber threats
- Margin pressure and growth targets
At The Big Squeeze, our expert panel will be discussing what is actually happening in business right now, what leaders should be paying attention to, and what the strongest businesses are doing differently.
Topics include:
- The Employment Rights Bill – what businesses need to know
- Cyber threats increasingly targeting growing businesses
- The impact of rising costs on growth and profitability
- Why retention and people strategy matter more than ever
- The biggest risks and opportunities facing businesses over the next 12–18 months
No presentations.
No slides.
No corporate fluff.
Just practical insight, honest discussion and real-world experience from people working with businesses every day.
Date: Thursday 25th June
Location: Campfield, Manchester
Time: 12:00pm – 1:30pm
Cost: Free to attend
Join fellow business leaders from across Greater Manchester and secure your place here
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