pro-manchester Events in Rochdale
pro-manchester Events in Rochdale
pro-manchester is bringing its renowned events to Rochdale, creating new opportunities for professionals and businesses across the area to connect, learn, and grow.
Covering key sectors including Finance, Economic Development, AI, and Sales, these events are designed to deliver practical insights, meaningful conversations, and valuable networking opportunities in an accessible and welcoming environment.
Whether you want to stay ahead of industry trends, hear from expert speakers, build new relationships, or discover fresh ideas to support your business, these events provide real value for ambitious professionals across Rochdale and Greater Manchester.
All events are free for YOU to attend, with light refreshments provided.
Browse the upcoming Rochdale events below and find the sessions most relevant to you, your team, and your business goals.
Atom Valley and Regional Growth: What It Means for Your Business
Date: Thursday 10th September 2026
Time: 08:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: Tbc, Rochdale
Major investment and development across the region, including Atom Valley, is creating new opportunities for local businesses to get involved and benefit from future growth. This session explains what these developments mean in practice, where opportunities are likely to emerge, and how businesses can position themselves through partnerships, supply chains, and strategic planning.
Speakers:
- Nick Smillie – Managing Director and Senior Consultant | Clarity Business Strategies Ltd
- Amy House – Director of Green Economy | GM Business Growth Hub
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Stop Guessing, Start Winning with AI
Date: Tuesday 10th November 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 01:30 PM
Location: Tbc, Rochdale
Businesses are under pressure to innovate and stay competitive, and AI is increasingly being used to improve efficiency, decision-making, and performance across multiple functions. This session explores real-world applications of AI in areas such as customer service, marketing, forecasting, and operations, alongside practical frameworks for choosing the right initiatives and overcoming implementation, cultural, and ethical challenges.
Speakers:
- Ben Rayner – Strategic Sherpas
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Standing Out in a Crowded Market: Winning More of the Right Deals
Date: Thursday 10th December 2026
Time: 08:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: Tbc, Rochdale
Buyers are becoming more informed, cautious, and selective, making it harder for businesses to differentiate themselves in crowded markets. This session focuses on improving sales effectiveness by communicating offers more clearly, managing longer decision-making cycles, and maintaining momentum in the pipeline.
Speakers: Tbc
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pro-manchester is a growth network. We bring together ambitious businesses across Greater Manchester to connect, develop and shape the future of our city region. This is the place to create partnerships, gain new skills and capabilities, and play an active role in shaping what comes next for Greater Manchester’s business community.