GM Business Growth Hub’s Festival of Enterprise welcomed over 500 attendees to the Royal Exchange Theatre for the third time.
The festival welcomed startups, entrepreneurs, sole traders and the self-employed to the city-region’s largest celebration of entrepreneurial passion.
Among the attendees were well known business leaders like Nadine Merabi, creative director of her namesake fashion company, who delivered a keynote on her entrepreneurial journey.
Amman Ahmed, founder of Music for Pets also shared his unique approach to building a niche business.
A total of 20 businesses were specially selected to exhibit at the city region’s largest entrepreneur event.
Red Fielder-van Kleef of Bigbandeoke, one of the businesses selected, said: “It’s been incredible to see how useful everyone has been, actively connecting us with other businesses and delegates.”
Yvonne Sampson, head of enterprise at GM Business Growth Hub, added: “This event was specifically designed to celebrate and amplify the amazing entrepreneurs and small businesses we have here in Greater Manchester.
“From the expert workshops to a pitching corner for businesses to showcase their ideas and products – every aspect was about creating an environment where people can feel proud about what they do.
“It was an absolute pleasure to have Bigbandeoke and the other businesses exhibiting and sharing their journeys on the day.”