Business Bolton

15/09/2026

🚕 We’re supporting our locally licensed private hire trade with grants of up to £2,500 to help buy a more modern, greener vehicle.

Check if your vehicle is eligible and apply now to help clean up our air:
www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk/phv-support-fund

09/09/2026

🚀 Could AI help your business turn more enquiries into customers?

Join local AI and digital marketing expert Matt Tomkin of Tao Digital Marketing for a hands-on workshop at Greater Manchester Business School, Bolton.

Rather than watching presentations, you'll build your own AI assistant that can help answer enquiries and qualify leads, giving you a practical tool to take away and use in your business.

No technical knowledge needed. Just bring your mobile phone and a willingness to learn.

🍕 Food and refreshments included
👥 Limited to 50 places
📍 Greater Manchester Business School, Bolton

Book your FREE spot today: 🔗 https://www.tickettailor.com/events/taodigitalmarketing/2342724/r/business-bolton

01/09/2026

🌱 Interested in a career in the green sector?

The green economy is growing rapidly, creating exciting opportunities across a range of industries.

Join the Green Futures Event to explore green jobs, apprenticeships, training and career opportunities. You'll have the chance to speak with local employers, find out about qualifications and support available, and learn more about careers in areas such as solar energy, heat pumps, insulation and energy efficiency. There will also be a hands-on virtual reality heat pump installation experience.

Whether you're looking for your first role, considering a career change, or wanting to develop new skills, this free event is a great opportunity to discover what's available.

📍 Sutton Centre, Addington Road, Bolton, BL3 4QZ
📅 Thursday 10 September 2026
⏰ 1pm to 5pm
🎟️ Register your free place here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/green-futures-event-an-introduction-to-jobs-training-within-the-industry-tickets-1994130063701?aff=oddtdtcreator

28/07/2026

You’ve built something real. Now you’re ready to scale it - right here in Bolton 📈

Spark to Scale is coming to Bolton this October, with Bolton Council proud to host a cohort of ambitious businesses ready for growth.

If you’re thinking about expanding your team, entering new markets or raising investment, this fully funded 6-week programme gives you the support to do it faster, and not alone.

What’s included:
✅ Weekly expert-led workshops
✅ 1:1 specialist advice
✅ Peer-to-peer support
✅ Practical strategies for leadership, finance, innovation & more

🎯 For businesses with £120K+ turnover, ready to build real momentum

Apply now 👉 https://www.businessgrowthhub.com/programmes/spark-to-scale/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=comms_pack&utm_campaign=spark_to_scale&utm_term=bgh&utm_content=comms_pack

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22/07/2026

You’ve built something real. Now you’re ready to scale it - right here in Bolton 📈

Spark to Scale is coming to Bolton this October, with Bolton Council proud to host a cohort of ambitious businesses ready for growth at The Wellsprings

If you’re thinking about expanding your team, entering new markets or raising investment, this fully funded 6-week programme gives you the support to do it faster, and not alone.

What’s included:
✅ Weekly expert-led workshops
✅ 1:1 specialist advice
✅ Peer-to-peer support
✅ Practical strategies for leadership, finance, innovation & more

🎯 For businesses with £120K+ turnover, ready to build real momentum

Apply now 👉 https://bit.ly/4ws6Cuo

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22/07/2026

Everyone is talking about AI, but not every AI project delivers results.
Some businesses are saving time, improving customer experiences and making better decisions. Others are creating unnecessary risks, inaccurate outputs and compliance headaches.

Join pro-manchester in Bolton on Wednesday 19th August for AI Done Right (and Wrong): Real Wins, Real Risks, where the expert panel will cut through the hype and share practical advice on using AI effectively in your business.

They'll discuss:

- Where AI is already delivering measurable ROI
- The biggest mistakes businesses are making
- Data privacy and governance considerations
- How to identify the right AI opportunities for your organisation
- Practical frameworks and takeaways you can use immediately

Hear insights from:

Nurun Nahar - Lecturer, Accounting with Business, University of Greater Manchester Business School
James Ridgway - CTO & Founder, The Curve
Martin Keelagher - CEO, Agile Automations
Stephanie Barton-Pike - Senior Transformation Consulting Manager, Worldpay

Whether you're experimenting with AI or looking to expand its use across your business, this session will provide practical guidance without the jargon.

📅 Wednesday 19th August
🕛 12:00pm - 1:30pm
📍 Greater Manchester Business School, Great Moor Street, Bolton, BL1 1SW
🎟️ Free to attend book your spot:

AI is moving fast, but not every use case is worth the hype or the risk. This session gives Greater […]

22/07/2026

Power your sustainability with a £5,000 grant and free Pod EV chargers 🌱

Enterprise Nation and EDF Small Business are giving out £25,000 to help five small businesses invest in a greener future.

Five winners will each receive a £5,000 grant, plus five lucky business owners will win a free workplace EV charger (including installation) from Pod.

Apply now:

Apply for a £5,000 sustainability grant or free workplace electric vehicle (EV) charger to help your small business cut carbon and save money.

18/06/2026

🍻 Business Over Beers – Networking, but not as you know it

Tired of the usual 60-second elevator pitches and rushed conversations? Business Over Beers with Tao Digital Marketing offers something different.

This relaxed networking event is all about building genuine connections with fellow business owners and decision-makers across Greater Manchester without the pressure. Just great conversations, shared ideas, and a laid-back atmosphere.

📍 Northern Monkey Bar, Bolton
💬 Connect, collaborate, and explore new opportunities
🍺 Enjoy a sociable setting with like-minded professionals

If you’re looking to expand your network in a more natural and engaging way, this is definitely one to check out.

👉 Secure your place: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/taodigitalmarketing

10/06/2026

💡 Turning ideas into impact

Great ideas are just the beginning it’s how we turn them into real-world impact that truly matters. This latest article explores how innovation, collaboration, and practical support can help transform ambition into action.

Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or part of a growing organisation, there’s something here to inspire your next step

👉 Read more: https://www.businessbolton.org/news/article/243/turning-ideas-into-impact

10/06/2026

🎉Celebrate National Women’s Enterprise Week in Manchester

Join Manchester Central Library for an inspiring National Women’s Enterprise Week event in Manchester, designed to support women entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small business owners.

Hosted by the Greater Manchester, this event brings together female founders, business experts, and aspiring entrepreneurs for an afternoon of networking, mentoring, and practical business advice.

Whether you're exploring a business idea or growing your existing venture, this is your chance to connect, learn, and take action.

Keynote Speaker: Alison Cork MBE

👉Book your free spot: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/own-it-speed-mentoring-for-female-founders-tickets-1990175310929?aff=oddtdtcreator