Bolton Business Among Top Exhibitors at Greater Manchester Festival

Circle of Trust was one of the chosen few at the Festival of Enterprise, the largest entrepreneur event in the city region. The event, held last week at the Royal Exchange Theatre, welcomed more than 500 attendees.

Susanna Lawson, co-founder of Circle of Trust, said: "I had an amazing day and signed up at least 30 new businesses to our digital word-of-mouth recommendation app."

The festival, organized by the GM Business Growth Hub, celebrates entrepreneurial passion, attracting start-ups, entrepreneurs, sole traders, and the self-employed.

Ms. Lawson joined business leaders such as Nadine Merabi, creative director of her namesake fashion company, and Amman Ahmed, founder of Music for Pets, who shared their entrepreneurial journeys.

Yvonne Sampson, head of enterprise at the GM Business Growth Hub, said: "This event was specifically designed to celebrate and amplify the amazing entrepreneurs and small businesses we have here in Greater Manchester. From the expert workshops to a pitching corner for businesses to showcase their ideas and products – every aspect was about creating an environment where people can feel proud about what they do. It was an absolute pleasure to have Circle of Trust and the other businesses exhibiting and sharing their journeys on the day."

EnterprisingYou, the GM Business Growth Hub’s flagship support programme, has supported more than 4,000 entrepreneurs and small businesses across Greater Manchester since 2020.