GM Creative Industries Exchange

Connect. Collaborate. Create.

Greater Manchester Creative Industries Exchange will bring together freelancers, organisations, educators, and industry leaders for a full‑day celebration of the region’s creative strengths.

This is a day built around what GM’s creative community told us they need most - practical support, genuine opportunities and space to connect.

What’s happening

· Panels, workshops, clinics and showcases

· Live podcasts, fireside chats and skills sessions

· DJ set, live music and networking at the iconic New Century

Why join You’ll explore everything from funding and freelancing to skills development, inclusion and emerging tech including AI and digital innovation. You’ll also hear the latest on GM’s Creative Industries Sector Plan, the Creative Places Growth Fund and the new Freelancer Network.

Celebrate local talent. Discover new ideas. Build the future of creativity in GM. Book your place now: GM Creative Industries Exchange Tickets, Thursday, Apr 30 from 10 am to 8 pm | Eventbrite