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Monday, January 26, 2026
Greater Manchester and North West SMEs explore growth and opportunity in the UK security and defence supply chain
Greater Manchester and the North West reinforced its position as a growing hub for supporting the UK’s security and defence industry, as the city-region welcomed more than 250 SMEs, mid-tier firms, primes, academia and public sector partners to explore new opportunities in the sector.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Starting the New Year with two Award shortlists
The Growth Company and one of our senior leaders have been recognised on two prestigious award shortlists, highlighting our commitment to driving positive change and promoting equality across the North.
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Delivering good growth - How holistic business support and employer engagement delivered T Level success in Greater Manchester
As Greater Manchester marks a major milestone with the achievement of 1,000 T Level industry placements, Janine Smith, Director of GM Business Growth Hub, reflects on GC’s role in reaching this milestone and how a holistic approach to business support is driving good growth across the city-region.
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Made Smarter architect Alain Dilworth awarded MBE in New Year Honours
Alain Dilworth, one of the original architects of the Made Smarter Adoption programme, has been awarded an MBE for services to business growth and digitalisation in the King’s New Year Honours List.
Monday, December 22, 2025
Service Information over the Festive Period
Information about service closures during the festive period.
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Growth Flag analysis reveals the innovation and ambition of the North's High Growth 50
GC Insight joined a cohort of founders, CEOs and CFOs at the London Stock Exchange this week to launch the High Growth 50 - a celebration of the North’s most ambitious and innovative mid-market businesses.
Friday, August 8, 2025
GM Business Growth Hub partners with UK Government to boost business support
GM Business Growth Hub is proud to partner with the UK Government's new Business Growth Service to help improve the experiences businesses receive when accessing support.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
The Growth Company shortlisted for THREE commsHERO Awards
The Growth Company and Marketing Manchester have been shortlisted for three commsHERO Awards.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Tehseen Ali Joins the Growth Company Board
The Growth Company is pleased to announce the appointment of Tehseen Ali to its Board of Directors.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Supporting businesses impacted by US Trade Tariffs
The Growth Company is working with partners to help businesses navigate the impact of US tariff announcements.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Your Business, Their Talent – GC backs call for Greater Manchester employers to pledge T Level placements
The Growth Company has joined leading employers across Greater Manchester to offer T Level placements – and is urging other businesses to follow their lead.
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