Events and Networking
Connecting with local businesses and experts can really boost your business and help your ideas grow. The Business Growth Team deliver a range of events and programmes designed to support you and your business, including networking drop-ins, jobs fairs, self-employment workshops, and pre-employment programmes. We often run these events alongside our Greater Manchester partners, providing you with invaluable opportunities for networking and gaining knowledge.
See below for a full list of the latest events and networking opportunities available to you as a Tameside business.
Upcoming Business Events and Networking Opportunities
LinkedIn 101 – Tameside Talks Business
Join social media expert Brianna Harvey from Digital Flamingo and learn how to make the most out of LinkedIn. Whether you’re looking to get the word out about your brand or build your network, Brianna will give you all the tips and tricks to maximise your reach.
When?
4pm to 7pm, Thursday 30 July
Where?
Ashton Library, Market Place, Ashton-under-Lyne OL6 6BH
Social Media with Confidence
A relaxed, interactive workshop designed to help local businesses stop overthinking social media and start using it with confidence. Gain practical, down-to-earth advice and ideas you can start using immediately, regardless of your industry or experience.
When?
9am to 1pm, Friday 14 August
Where?
Location to be announced.
Build A Business
Our local SME Champions can provide one to one support and create a business information plan specific to you. Weekly Drop-in sessions at Tameside Library in Ashton-under-Lyne.
GM Business Growth Hub
The GM Business Growth Hub have a variety of in-person and online events, including people and performance management, commercial thinking for social enterprise and sales and marketing for manufacturers.
View the events calendar here.
Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)
Find advice, learn new skills, and expand your network with hundreds of UK-wide events designed for small business owners and the self-employed.