FUEL is an innovative event created to fuel startup business growth featuring a free panel discussion followed by exclusive masterclass pods

Supported by GM Business Growth Hub and S&W, FUEL Manchester 2026 will be a two-part event which begins with a breakfast panel where entrepreneurs and experts will share their advice for growth.

You can register to attend the breakfast panel from this page.

Speakers (more TBC)

Shaun Wane, former England rugby league head coach

Gary Fenemore, tax director, S&W

Janine Smith, director, GM Business Growth Hub

Part two of FUEL Manchester is an exclusive masterclass where a select group of 25 businesses will be invited to gain direct access to experts and respected names from the world of business. Please email events@businesscloud.co.uk to register your interest for this session, which will be split into dedicated pods focused upon:

Raising funding

• How to become investment-ready

• The different types of funding available

• Identifying - & working with - the right investors

Growth planning

• Safeguarding intellectual property

• Transitioning from startup to scaleup

• Building an exit plan

People & performance

• Tips for recruitment & retention

• Upskilling & optimising performance

• Boosting diversity & inclusion

Technology

• Scaling your tech - and tech talent - alongside the business

• Harnessing AI & integrating third-party technology

• How to build ethical platforms

S&W supports fast-growing businesses and founders helping them disrupt and dominate their sectors, with comprehensive services across accountancy, tax and advisory services. It helps navigate complexities and unlock opportunities across every stage of business with award winning services and advice.

Attendees' provided contact details may be used for follow-up correspondence by BusinessCloud Publishing Ltd and sponsors.

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