Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the Past, Present and Future of Smart Works Greater Manchester.

Together, we’ll reflect on a decade of impact, celebrate the people who have shaped our journey, and look ahead to the bold ambitions driving our next chapter. This is a night for everyone who believes in the power of women, community and opportunity across our city region.

The highlight of the evening will be an inspiring fireside conversation with some of Greater Manchester’s most influential leaders.Cllr Bev Craig OBE, Leader of Manchester City Council, will open the discussion by exploring what it takes to build a thriving, inclusive city region. She’ll be joined by Hayley Roberts, Founder & CEO of Distology, and Darryl Cooke, Co‑Founder & Executive Chairman of gunnercooke, for a dynamic conversation on how businesses, civic leaders and charities can work together to create opportunity and drive meaningful change.

We’ll also hear from Atika, one of our remarkable Client Champions, who will share her powerful journey back into employment, a reminder of the real, life‑changing impact that sits at the heart of everything we do.Over the last ten years, Smart Works Greater Manchester has supported more than 6,000 local unemployed women into work. Now, we’re bringing together leaders from business, civic life and the community to explore how we continue building a Greater Manchester where every woman has the chance to thrive.

We will also take a moment to honour and celebrate the incredible contribution of our outgoing trustees Jan Iceton, Alison Lever and Sarah Bateman. Their leadership, commitment and belief in our mission have shaped who we are today and enabled us to reach thousands of women across the region. Their legacy will continue to inspire our work for years to come.

When: Thursday 23rd April

Where: Treehouse Hotel Manchester

Time: 5:30pm - 8pm

Click the link to secure your tickets - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/smartworks1/2105467 or get in touch to enquire about booking a table of 10 and be part of this inspiring evening: greatermanchester@smartworks.org.uk

‍With thanks to our event host: Treehouse Hotels Manchester and in collaboration with pro-manchester