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  • Welcoming our new members

    Date: Thursday 21st May 2026

    We’re delighted to welcome our newest members who joined us in December and January: We’re delighted to welcome our newest members […]

Brabners Welcomes New Head of Corporate for Next Phase of Team Growth

Independent law firm Brabners has appointed corporate partner Ruth Hargreaves as its new Head of Corporate, following a strong 12 […]

18th May 2026

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DSW launches legal arm with appointment of new MD

Business advisory group, Dow Schofield Watts (DSW) has expanded its legal offering with the launch of a dedicated new division, […]

18th May 2026

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Department’s Exchange Accelerator is now accepting applications for it’s September cohort

If you’re a tech, digital or creative business with an MVP or product/service ready to launch we’d welcome an application […]

18th May 2026

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Forever Manchester has announced a new CEO, Rachel Hirst

Forever Manchester, has announced a new CEO. Rachel Hirst will take on the role from 12th June 2026. The change […]

15th May 2026

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Noise Action Week: Salford experts working to make the world sound better

This week is Noise Action Week, aimed at raising awareness of the impact excessive noise in our environment can have […]

15th May 2026

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Manchester Met’s Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship

Manchester Met’s Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship: what’s new for 2026 As sustainability and social value become increasingly important […]

15th May 2026

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Welcome to Our New EDI Chair: Lisa Wright, Menopause the Wright Way

Introduce yourself and your involvement in pro-manchester? I am Lisa Wright, founder of Menopause the Wright Way, a women’s health […]

15th May 2026

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Department awarded with ‘Flexible Workspace Operator of the Year 2026’ by Insider Media

Congratulations to our members, Department who have been awarded ‘Flexible Workspace Operator of the Year 2026’ by Insider Media  This […]

15th May 2026

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Codurance x Matillion: AI-Powered Engineering Lightning Talks

Thursday, Jun 18 · 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM BST | Matillion Two, New Bailey St, Stanley St, Salford M3 […]

15th May 2026

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Member Spotlight: Tess O’Connor, Head of Sales and Marketing, Royal Nawaab Pyramid

Introduce yourself I’m Tess, recently promoted to Head of Sales and Marketing for Royal Nawaab Pyramid. I hold a BSc […]

14th May 2026

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The King’s Speech 2026: what was said, what was not, and what it means

Black Rod once again today led the pomp and circumstance for the Government to reopen parliament. A 15th century tradition […]

14th May 2026

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Open Kitchen MCR CIC x The Seashell Trust: Catering with Purpose for pro-manchester Member Events

Open Kitchen MCR CIC has partnered with The Seashell Trust to offer pro-manchester members a meaningful way to cater their […]

14th May 2026

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