News
Monday, October 3, 2022
#HereForBusiness webinar – Making sense of the energy challenge
In the first of a series of webinars, you will hear from a panel of experts, providing practical insight into what the scheme means for your business, what happens after six months, and what steps businesses can take to reduce energy consumption.
Thursday, September 29, 2022
The Growth Company and the Association of Apprentices co-organised the first ever Apprentice Meet Up event in the North-West
In partnership with the Association of Apprentices (AoA) and Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), the Growth Company Education & Skills has hosted the first ever exclusive networking event for apprentices across the UK in the North-West.
Monday, September 26, 2022
Our Equality Diversity and Inclusion journey
The Growth Company are proudly supporting National Inclusion Week (26th September – 2nd October). Vicky McDonald, Director of HR and Organisation Development reflects on our journey so far to become a more inclusive workplace and celebrates our many achievements from the past year.
Friday, September 23, 2022
The Growth Company launches new “Max Your Money” initiative
The Growth Company understands the pressure placed on those who have their finances stretched, and we are launching the “Max Your Money” initiative, offering a wide range of services to individuals and businesses to help them cope with the crisis and maximise their income.
Friday, September 2, 2022
The Growth Company proud to confirm partnership with Unity Radio
The Growth Company has recently announced a partnership with Unity Radio’s New Talent Academy to deliver real life learning and help put theory into practice.
Friday, August 12, 2022
GC’s EmbRace Network sponsors dance troupe at Manchester Caribbean Carnival
The Growth Company’s EmbRace EDI Network, which celebrates individuals across GC from diverse racial backgrounds, is sponsoring the Jet Black Dance Troup at Manchester’s Caribbean Carnival.
Thursday, August 4, 2022
Shadow Secretary of State for Work and Pensions visits the Growth Company
On Wednesday 3rd August, the Growth Company welcomed Shadow Secretary of Start for Work and Pensions, Jonathan Ashworth, to its Lee House site in central Manchester to discuss best practice around our delivery of the Working Well: Work and Health Programme.
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
5 Benefits of hiring someone who has been through the justice system
Dave McDonald, Director for Justice Services at GC, explores some of the reasons why employers should consider hiring someone with previous criminal convictions.
Friday, July 8, 2022
The Growth Company will deliver new programme to bridge project management skills gaps
GC has been awarded a contract from the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) to work in partnership with Back2Work to deliver ‘Project Management for All’ – specialist training designed to upskill people across different industries in the art of successful project management.
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Net Zero Week – transitioning UK business to net zero suppliers
This Net Zero Week, Katherine Burden, Senior Business Development Manager at Green Economy considers how improved access to green supply chains presents a tangible solution to the net zero ambition.
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
GC launches ‘Fire Up Your Future’ programme in partnership with Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service
The initiative is targeting priority groups across Greater Manchester, helping individuals to develop the skills they need to move into a career within the fire service.
Friday, July 1, 2022
GC Learner wins prestigious MAESP Award
Congratulations to GC learner, Lindsay Smith, who has been named the winner of the Higher Education category at last night’s Manchester Adult Education and Skills Plan Awards.
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