News
Thursday, March 12, 2026
In conversation with Donna Edwards: Manufacturing Leader of the Year
Last week, Donna Edwards, our Managing Director of Business Support & Business Finance, was recognised as Manufacturing Leader of the Year at the North West Leadership Awards. We sat down with her to find out what the recognition means to her.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
We have joined Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
The Growth Company is proud to announce its membership of Hidden Disabilities Sunflower.
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.
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.
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.
Thursday, January 23, 2025
Three colleagues featured on Northern Power Women Awards lists
Three colleagues have been featured in the Northern Power Women Awards Game Changers lists.
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Two GC leaders shortlisted for North West Leadership Awards
Donna Edwards, our Managing Director for Business Support and Business Finance and Yvonne Sampson, Head of Enterprise at GM Business Growth Hub have been shortlisted for the North West Leadership Awards.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
GC signs the Disability Employment Charter
The Growth Company has signed the Disability Employment Charter, highlighting our commitment to inclusive recruitment, training and employment practices.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Five colleagues shortlisted for Made in Manchester Awards 2025
We’re pleased to share that five colleagues from across the Growth Company and one of our apprentices have been shortlisted for the Made in Manchester Awards (MiMA) 2025!
Monday, October 7, 2024
GC signs Social Recruitment Covenant
The Growth Company has signed the PeoplePlus Social Recruitment Covenant, committing to inclusive recruitment, training and employment practices.
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Four GM Business Growth Hub colleagues shortlisted at the Manchester Young Talent Awards 2024
Four GM Business Growth Hub colleagues have been shortlisted at the Manchester Young Talent Awards 2024.
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