Greater Manchester Creative Industries Exchange is a collaboration between GM Business Growth Hub Create Growth Programme and Greater Manchester Combined Authority-Creative Industries.
This new event will bring together freelancers, organisations, educators, and industry leaders for a full‑day celebration of the region’s creative strengths. However, it’s not just a showcase – it’s a hands-on response to what 600+ local creatives said they need right now.
You’ll also get the chance to explore emerging tech, including AI and digital innovation.
There’s a packed programme shaped directly by the sector: panels, workshops, clinics, showcases, fireside chats, live podcasts, and to round things off, a DJ set, live music, and the opportunity to network with like-minded people.
Agenda:
10:00 – 16:00 – Conference
16:00 – 20:00 – Live Music & Networking
The day is all about real support and real opportunities – from clearer pathways into training and employment, to practical help navigating funding, freelancing, skills development, and inclusion.
This event is open to anyone who works, lives, creates or studies in Greater Manchester.
