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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
GC colleagues receive recognition at The Northern Power Women Awards
Our two key workers on the United for Ukraine initiative, Okszana Nepijvoda and Marianna Vaszilyiv received a surprise ‘Special Honour’ award at last night’s prestigious event for their dedication and support.
Friday, March 17, 2023
What the new UK budget means for people and businesses
UK chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered the government’s budget to the House of Commons on Wednesday, outlining a series of new measures that will impact people and businesses across the country.
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Net zero generates over half a million pounds in green sales for Greater Manchester firms
Green Economy has brokered over £500,000 sales for GM based firms to install solar panels, electric vehicle (EV) charging points and environmental management systems since their launch in June 2022. The projects will save approximately 1,818.46 tonnes of carbon for the lifespan of the technology.
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2023
Today, 8 March, is International Women’s Day, a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
National Careers Week 2023: Nick reflects on his 7-year career with the Growth Company
To celebrate National Careers Week 2023, we’re turning the spotlight on our brilliant colleagues. We spoke to Nick Shepherd, who has been with us for over 7 years, working across the company- we sat down and spoke about his experiences with the Growth Company, and why it’s the career for him:
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
National Careers Week 2023: Jo Li secures a promotion in a job that he loves
To celebrate National Careers Week 2023, we’re turning the spotlight on our brilliant colleagues- and celebrating some of our own colleagues who have recently been successful at achieving a promotion! The first of our colleagues is Jo Li- we sat down and spoke with Jo about his thoughts.
Friday, March 3, 2023
The Our Pass App launches with an exclusive cycle hire offer
The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, has launched the new Our Pass ‘Exclusives’ App and announced a new offer for young people to take advantage of Greater Manchester’s cycle hire scheme.
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Joe Manning appointed as MIDAS Managing Director
Joe Manning appointed as MIDAS Managing Director, as Manchester takes top spots in International Investment Rankings
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Mike Blackburn OBE appointed Growth Company Chair
An industry leader who has been pivotal in helping build a thriving economy in the North has been appointed as the new Chair of the Growth Company.
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Max Your Money: 5 top tips to make budgeting easier
You've got your budget in place. You have a plan to save money and pay off debts. But it can feel overwhelming when you're first getting started with budgeting. Here are five tips that will help make budgeting easier for you.
Monday, February 20, 2023
You are invited to join the ‘United for Ukraine’ webinar on Friday 24th February
As the war in Ukraine approaches its one-year anniversary on 24th February, we invite you to hear about the United for Ukraine initiative’s story so far… its achievements, its future ambitions, the challenges we face – and how you can help.
Friday, February 10, 2023
GC joins the ‘Enterprise Research Centre’ Steering Group
Richard Jeffery, National Director for GC Business, has joined the 'Enterprise Research Centre' Steering Group - which plays an important role in advising the Centre on its strategic direction, to help achieve impactive policy and practice.
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