News
Greater Manchester Local Enterprise Partnership welcomes five new board members as efforts to reshape city-region’s economy continue
The Greater Manchester Local Enterprise Partnership (GM LEP) is set to appoint five new board members as the city-region looks to create a fairer and greener economy beyond the pandemic. Joining the board are: Vimla Appadoo, Co-Founder and Director of Culture Design,...
Mental wellbeing of business leaders essential to economic recovery
The Greater Manchester Economic Vision acknowledges the importance of business resilience in delivering economic recovery and growth. GM LEP is working in partnership with organisations including the Growth Company to provide supportA mental health and wellbeing...
Extension of Made Smarter a welcome boost for Greater Manchester manufacturers
A programme which helps manufacturers modernise by adopting digital technologies has been extended, with a number of businesses in Greater Manchester already benefitting from the scheme. The Made Smarter North West pilot was launched in 2018 to provide small and...
Psychological impact of pandemic prompts free support webinar for business leaders
Advice on dealing with the potentially devastating psychological impact of the pandemic will be provided in a free webinar for business leaders. Hosted by Greater Manchester Local Enterprise Partnership (GM LEP) and The Growth Company, The Business and Wellbeing...
Greater Manchester employers at heart of skills system that supports jobs and economic growth
Business leaders highlight how employers play a central role in Greater Manchester’s skills system Employers guide the design and delivery of Salford Digital Data Academy, reskilling and upskilling people in the growing field of data analysis Government plans to put...
GM LEP board members will share vision for green growth and inclusivity at LREF summit
Three members of the Greater Manchester Local Enterprise Partnership board will address a prestigious real estate investment summit on the city’s aspirations for a more inclusive and green economy that can support the UK’s levelling up agenda. Sir Richard Leese,...