I had the privilege of attending the Times Higher Education World Academic Summit, hosted by The University of Manchester from 7-9 October 2024. This prestigious event drew over 600 leaders from the world's top universities, all gathered to discuss the future of higher education and its profound…
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On 5 September 2024, The Association of Event Organises held its annual AEO Conference at Manchester Central for a day of motivation, inspiration and insights. Chaired by Ruth Carter, chief executive of CIBSE, the conference featured keynote sessions and panel discussions covering inclusivity…
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WOMEX – Worldwide Music Expo – is the most international and culturally diverse music meeting in the world and the biggest conference of the global music scene, featuring a trade fair, talks, films and showcase concerts. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year in Manchester’s very own Manchester…
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The UK Town and Gown Association (UKTGA) is an association of community practitioners that aims to strengthen the relationship between universities and the communities where their students reside. They connect and support the professional development of members, ultimately contributing to making…
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TripAdvisor has ranked Dakota Manchester as the second-best hotel in the United Kingdom for 2024. In a roundup outlining the 30 best luxury hotels in the UK, Dakota Manchester was named in this prestigious list. Operations Director Matt Townley has remarked on what an “honour it is” for the Dakota…
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Tell us a bit about your background, what were you doing prior to starting at Marketing Manchester earlier this year? My background is in media planning, specifically in music and broadcast media. I worked at the BBC for 15 years in the marketing and audiences department, where I ended up as the…
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This September, thestudio is launching the EventSmart tool in partnership with Greengage Solutions. EventSmart is the first carbon calculator for venues, tracking the carbon footprint of meetings and events. The tool evaluates carbon emissions based on various factors and provides clients a tailored…
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While the AO Arena is famous for its music visitors and large production shows, did you know the AO also host a wide range of conferences and sport events across the year? Autumn is set to be a big one for the arena, with the long awaited return of the Davis Cup. Along with a plethora of exciting…
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The grand opening of The Reach at Piccadilly took place on July 9, 2024, in Manchester. This stunning new hotel features 215 guest rooms and eight suites, as well as a ground-floor restaurant and bar called Lock 84. Guests can enjoy wine, dining, and watching canal boats navigate the stretch of…
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The British Restaurant Awards 2024 took place in London on August 29th, celebrating the finest establishments across the UK’s culinary scene. Among the winners, Peter Street Kitchen claimed the prestigious title of Best Culinary Experience, recognised for its unmatched fusion of Japanese and Mexican…
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