
Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset
Tue 6 Oct · 10:15
The Whitworth Art Gallery
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A session titled Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset occurs on 6 October 2026 at The Whitworth Art Gallery in Manchester. The event discusses the value of oversize talent for university spinouts and building world-leading companies. Admission is free.
The value of 'oversize' talent for University spinouts
To build world-leading companies that are rooted in the North but global in mindset needs more than capital and deep pockets. It also needs 'oversize' talent - individuals who have built and exited companies, who have fantastic experience and now want to apply that to help build and scale innovative early-stage companies spinning out of the North’s universities.
Northern Gritstone is a venture capital firm that works in partnership with four universities, including the University of Manchester. It has invested in more than 50 university spinouts.
This panel session will be Chaired by Joanne Hosker, Head of Northern Gritstone’s NG Innovation Services, speaking with founders and leaders of University spinouts from Manchester, Liverpool and Sheffield. Discover why and how these individuals are leading these deeptech and life sciences companies.
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Frequently asked questions
Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset takes place on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 10:15.
Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset is held at The Whitworth Art Gallery in Manchester (Oxford Road, Manchester, M15 6ER).
Entry to Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset is free.
The forecast for Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset is Overcast · 16°C. Rain likely — worth a coat for the walk in.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Whitworth Art Gallery can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset
Editorial Summary
A session titled Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset occurs on 6 October 2026 at The Whitworth Art Gallery in Manchester. The event discusses the value of oversize talent for university spinouts and building world-leading companies. Admission is free.
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Organiser’s full description
The value of 'oversize' talent for University spinouts
To build world-leading companies that are rooted in the North but global in mindset needs more than capital and deep pockets. It also needs 'oversize' talent - individuals who have built and exited companies, who have fantastic experience and now want to apply that to help build and scale innovative early-stage companies spinning out of the North’s universities.
Northern Gritstone is a venture capital firm that works in partnership with four universities, including the University of Manchester. It has invested in more than 50 university spinouts.
This panel session will be Chaired by Joanne Hosker, Head of Northern Gritstone’s NG Innovation Services, speaking with founders and leaders of University spinouts from Manchester, Liverpool and Sheffield. Discover why and how these individuals are leading these deeptech and life sciences companies.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset?
Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset takes place on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 10:15.
Where is Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset taking place?
Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset is held at The Whitworth Art Gallery in Manchester (Oxford Road, Manchester, M15 6ER).
How much are tickets for Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset?
Entry to Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset is free.
What will the weather be like at Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset?
The forecast for Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset is Overcast · 16°C. Rain likely — worth a coat for the walk in.
Is there anywhere to stay near Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Whitworth Art Gallery can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset?
Tickets for Building companies that are rooted in the North but Global in mindset can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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