Events Archive
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22/03/12
Greater Manchester ERDF Showcase
New Economy hosted an ERDF Showcase Event on Thursday 22nd March 2012 at The Mancunian Suite, Etihad Stadium. The Event was the first of its kind in the North West and focussed on how Greater Manchester has maximised ERDF investment from the North West Operational Programme 2007-2013.
Spotlights were on Northern Gateway, MediacityUK, The Knowledge Action Network, Swan Lane Environmental Excellence Park, Transition Small Business Loans & NW Access to Finance.
17/11/11
John Bright: a 200 year anniversary celebration
New Economy in association with Manchester City Council and Radisson Edwardian Hotel Manchester hereby invites you to the 200th anniversary celebration of Mr John Bright; a prominent founder of the Anti Corn Law League, advocate of free trade and champion of the “Manchester School”.
Bright, born in Rochdale on 16 November 1811, became notorious for his radical spirit and outspoken views on the Corn Laws, universal suffrage and British foreign policy. He laid many of the foundations of our modern society.
In tribute to Bright’s lifetime of political influence, Sir Richard Leese, leader of Manchester City Council, will chair a panel debate on the subject of liberalism and its effects across society today. Guest speakers will include Bill Cash MP and Graham Stringer MP.
The event will open with a keynote speech by Bill Cash MP, which will outline the legacy of Bright’s lifetime of achievements. Cash is a family descendant of John Bright and he has written a biography about him – John Bright: Statesman, Orator, Agitator.
The celebration will take place at the Manchester Free Trade Hall (the present site of the Radisson Edwardian Hotel) on Thursday 17th November 2011, beginning at 17.45 for an 18.15 start. To attend this exclusive event, please RSVP to jean.brereton@neweconomymanchester.com by 14th November.
Places at this event are extremely limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
12/10/2011
Greater Manchester Forecasting Model (GMFM) annual seminar 2011 – Seeing through the gloom
Weston Theatre, Manchester Conference Centre, Weston Building, Sackville Street Manchester M1 3BB.
Presentation 01-Macroeconoics Background by Alan Wilson, Oxford Economics is available, here (1974kb)
Presentation 02-Forecasts for Greater Manchester by Neil Gibson, Oxford Economics is available, here (2815kb)
As the economic gloom continues, the latest release of GMFM highlights the clear challenges facing Greater Manchester but also the opportunities for growth that still exist across the conurbation.
GMFM is developed by Oxford Economics for the AGMA authorities and is a key component of Greater Manchester’s evidence base. The model is of importance to all key policymakers in the area who have a role in shaping public and private sector strategy.
This event is an opportunity for strategists and policymakers to consider first-hand these updated forecasts and debate the implications for Greater Manchester and the delivery of its ambitions for the future. The event seeks to answer key questions including:
• Is the UK on the road to recovery?
• Where will future growth come from?
• What are the risks from the public spending squeeze?
Where is the recovery? Global economy struggles for momentum
Alan Wilson, Director of Consulting Services at Oxford Economics will focus on the trends arising from present global economic conditions and their impact on the region.
Looking up and looking out: The forecasts for Greater Manchester
Neil Gibson, Director of Regional Services at Oxford Economics will present the Greater Manchester forecasts and discuss ways to grow the local economy.
The presentations will be followed by a Q&A session.
Places are free but limited. To reserve your place and for all other queries e-mail to rsvp@marketingmanchester.com by Friday 7 October 2011.
18/08/2011
Opportunity Bites, Future Jobs Fund Employee Event
Businesses urged to help tackle youth unemployment
Whitworth Hall, The University of manchester
New Economy is urging businesses in Greater Manchester to help address the present growth in youth unemployment across the region by hosting a recruitment event on Thursday 18 August at The University of Manchester where there will be an opportunity to engage with talented 18-24 year old jobseekers.
Businesses already signed up to attend include Aegis, Debenhams, The Mileage Company, The University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University and Royal Mail.
Attendees at the event will include Greater Manchester’s Future Jobs Fund (FJF) employees, who are nearing the end of a six-month temporary job, or have already completed.
The Greater Manchester FJF scheme ended in March 2011, with the last of the temporary employees due to complete work in September. Employers can still register for free on the Opportunities Now website – http://on.meganexus.com – where they can add a profile and view the CV’s of past and present FJF participants.
17/03/2011
The Business and Professional Services Conference
Uncover the true state of the nation’s economic health and mood
The Point, Lancashire County Cricket, Old Trafford, Manchester, M16 0PX
The conference is a one-day opportunity for chairpeople, CEOs, MDs, senior executives, senior partners and key influencers from all industries and sectors to engage with the UK’s best economic minds.
The format of the event will be a series of keynote speeches and panel debates, covering the crucial topics of the day. Speakers confirmed include
- Sir Howard Bernstein, Chief Executive, Manchester City Council
- Angela Knight, Chief Executive, British Banking Association
- Andrew Bailey, Executive Director and Chief Cashier, Bank of England
- Alan White, Chief Executive, N Brown Group
- Mark Beresford-Smith, Senior Economist, HSBC Bank plc
- Chris Cummings, Chief Executive, TheCityUK
- Mark Prisk MP, Minister for Business and Enterprise
- Prof. Martin Hall, Historical Archaeologist and Strategic Leader
- Carl Emmerson, Deputy Director, Institute for Fiscal Studies
For more information on the event and to see a full list of delegates, visit www.bpsconference.co.uk
To download the flyer for the event, click here (491kb)
19/10/2010
Greater Manchester: the future in focus
Merchant Room, The Castlefield Rooms, 18-20 Castle Street, Castlefield, Manchester, M3 4LZ
9.00am to 3.00pm
- Is Greater Manchester on a secure path to economic recovery?
- Where will future growth come from and what impact will public sector cuts have?
- Governance and the geography of economic change; how can Greater Manchester rise to the challenge?
These key questions will be discussed and debated at a dual event to launch: the latest economic and demographic forecasts from the Greater Manchester Forecasting Model (GMFM); and the latest New Economy Working Paper (NEWP) focussing on Governance and the geography of economic change.
For further information click here or contact:
Mike Doocey or phone 0161 237 4409
22/06/2010
Mock Employment Tribunal
The Beyer Lecture Theatre, Manchester University, Building 49, The Old Quadrangle
3.00pm to 6.00pm
Followed by networking drinks
This interactive event is being delivered by Eversheds LLP. The mock tribunal will give managers a practical insight into how to handle tricky employment issues – and also how not to handle them. Witnesses in the case and tribunal members will include some of Manchester’s leading experts on employment law, however we are also looking for a couple of volunteers from willing attendees. We are able to offer multiple places per company for this event, as capacity is 60, and the event is ideal for team and line managers.
For further information click here or contact:
Matthew Lenord or phone 0161 237 4255
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30/06/2010
Stockport Council Human Resources Conference
The Alma Lodge Hotel: 149 Buxton Road, Stockport SK2 6EL
9.30am to 13.00pm
A FREE Human Resources conference; this event is aimed at Human Resource Professionals, Line Managers and those with responsibility for recruitment and/or training and development of staff and eager to learn more about the wealth of support and funding available.
With a capacity of 80 delegates on a first come first served basis register immediately to avoid disappointment by e-mailing your details to condev@stockport.gov.uk
If you have any questions regarding the event please contact Anil Mohindra at Stockport Council on 0161 474-3757 or Ann-Marie Hopkins at GMEC on 0161 237 4131
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09/06/2010
Diversity Alliance meeting
The Copthorne Hotel, King Suite: Clippers Quay, Salford Quays, Salford M50 3SN
10.00-12.30pm
HR and diversity professionals regular meeting – this month learning more about the Equality Bill, the new government and it’s impact on employment programmes, and the recruitment of refugees.
For further information click here or contact:
Matthew Lenord or phone 0161 237 4255
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26/05/2010
GMEC Annual Awards
The Hilton
Deansgate, Manchester
Now in its sixth year, the GMEC Awards recognises the employers, partnerships and individuals that make Greater Manchester a great place to live and work, and serves as a call to action for all employers with an interest in the local employment and skills landscape. Ultimately the Awards provide tangible evidence of what can be achieved when employers invest passion and commitment in their own organisation, the wider community, and the life chances of local people.
For further information click here or contact:
Nicola Boyd 0161 237 4255
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24/5/2010
New Economy Working Papers Launch Event
How can Manchester increase trade and investment with China?
HSBC’s Office, 4 Hardman Square, Spinningfields
China had a growth rate of 8.7% in 2009, in spite of the current recession, and is developing into an economic leader, reshaping the global economy. Manchester businesses are ideally placed to benefit from these opportunities and a new working paper is to be launched to discuss the possibilities.
Key conclusions will be presented by the authors, Li-Hsia Chan and Juan Gomez, including those relating to how Manchester can leverage and build on trade and investment activity, local authority, education, tourism and leisure activities to leverage and increase its connectivity with China.
Places are free but are limited. To register please email Rebecca Sanderson or contact Rebecca on 0161 237 4154.
Breakfast will be available from 8.00am, the launch event will start at 8.30am and run until 10am.
This event has kindly been co-sponsored by HSBC and Manchester Economics.
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22/04/2010
GMEC Diversity Alliance: Repeated Workshop: Disability Confidence Training (Delivered in partnership with JCP)
Council Chamber (Whitworth Building) University of Manchester, Oxford Road M13 9PL
GMEC’s Diversity Alliance provides a cross-sectoral forum for those employers across the whole of GM who are proactively working to diversify their organisations. The forum aims to explore the issues that matter most to members, enabling you to exchange ideas, good practice and challenges around the recruitment, retention and progression of a diverse workforce.
The forum discussions are informed through guidance from employment law specialists including the Equalities and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), ACAS, and international law firm, Eversheds LLP. Also supported by Jobcentre Plus (JCP), forum meetings aim to help employers achieve their Local Employment Partnership, (LEP) commitments.
Forum meetings are organised thematically, reflecting members’ diversity priorities, current best practice, and the economic climate, incorporating a mixture of presentations, consultancy support and discussion, and providing a unique opportunity for members to network with peers from a wide variety of organisations and sectors. Critical to the success of the forum is that it allows members, both employers and public agencies, to be involved in a learning process that explores new ideas and produces actionable results.
For further information or email us here or contact:
Nicola Boyd 0161 237 4255
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13/04/2010
State of the Manchester City Region Debate
Friends Meeting House, Manchester, M2 5NS
The State of Manchester Debate, postponed due to the inclement weather in January has been rescheduled for Tuesday 13 April 6-9 PM. Among the speakers at the event will be Will Hutton Executive Chair of the Work Foundation who’ll be discussing and debating some of the key issues facing the Manchester City Region in the run-up to national elections. Anyone wishing to attend must register via e-mail.
For further details about the event see the event flyer (1156kb).
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12/03/2010
Conference on Greater Manchester Low Carbon Economic Area for the Built Environment.
Park Suite,
Ramada Manchester Piccadilly
Piccadilly Plaza, Portland Street, Manchester
Fully Booked
For further information contact:
Hannah Jenkinson 0161 237 4157
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23/02/2010
New Economy Working Papers Event
City of Manchester Stadium
- How did the current recession spread across the North West?
- Is the North West really nearing the end of the recession?
- Skills are critical for economic and social well-being but how do employers, individuals and the state shape skills supply and demand?
These and other key questions will be debated and discussed at the launch of two new thought-provoking working papers on unemployment and skills, at the City of Manchester Stadium on the 23rd of February 2010.
For more information about this event, click here.
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12/01/2010
State of the Manchester City Region Debate
The Brooks World Poverty Institute sponsored event on the future of Manchester allows members of the public to join a debate on the city region’s future. For more information about this event, visit the Brooks World Poverty Institute’s event pages or click here.
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14/01/2010
New Economy Board Meeting
For all the papers and material for the next board meeting, click here. For further information about the next board meeting, email Admin Team or call 0161 237 4452.
Download the Board Meeting Agenda for the 14th January 2010 meeting:
