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A hub for entrepreneurs, freelancers and business owners, in the centre of Manchester
Looking to grow your business, launch a new idea, or simply find a workspace to carry out your daily tasks? Generator is designed for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and freelancers who want more than just a desk.
With two locations in the city centre of Manchester, Generator offers flexible, modern environments built for productivity, connection, and growth.
How Generator supports you:
Flexible Workspaces: Access modern, thoughtfully designed environments where
you can choose how and where you work, from hot desks to comfy corners.
One-to-one Business Support: Book a session with an enterprise officer to get
information and find out about resources that can help you meet your specific needs
and goals.
Events and Workshops: Attend hands-on workshops and community events that
help you learn skills and explore business processes, build connections and share
ideas with fellow entrepreneurs and business owners.
Supportive Community: Be a part of a supportive community as you navigate your
entrepreneurial journey.
Generator is a project that is funded by the UK Government and managed by
Manchester City Council.
Find out more about Generator at generatormcr.org and on Facebook,
Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. You can also arrange a visit at
generator@manchester.gov.uk
Build a Business in GM Libraries
Starting Up? Growing a business? Got a brilliant idea?
Whether you're dreaming of starting your own business or need support to grow an existing one, Build A Business is here for you.
Our programme targets small businesses, entrepreneurs, and those with a business idea, providing tailored support across all 10 Greater Manchester authorities.
Located in each library service in Greater Manchester Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside, Trafford, and Wigan boast its own dedicated Small Business Enterprise Officer.
We offer:
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Workshops and Events: Learn the basics of running a business, know your market and get ready to launch. Network with local entrepreneurs and new start-ups.
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121 support: Get personalised business support with your local Enterprise Officer and create a tailored business information plan just for you.
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Business resources: Research your business and market using industry-standard databases and resources, ensuring you have the insights you need to move forward confidently.
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Intellectual Property: Get insights into protecting your intellectual property (IP) such as copyright and trademarks.
Sign up for a library card to access these resources. Free for UK residents.
Visit https://buildabusinessgm.org/ for more information.
Build a Business in GM Libraries is part-funded by the UK Government and Greater Manchester Combined Authority.
Business and Intellectual Property Centre
The Business & Intellectual Property Centre (BIPC) Greater Manchester is proud to be part of the national BIPC Network, supporting entrepreneurs and businesses across the UK. Whether you’re at the idea stage or ready to scale, we’re here to help you start, run, and grow your business.
From that first spark of inspiration to launching and growing your venture, BIPC Manchester provides the tools, resources, and expert support you need. Visit us on the second floor of Manchester Central Library, or access services at BIPC Local Centres across Greater Manchester!
We Offer:
- Access to over £5 million worth of industry standard information to help you make informed decisions to save time and money.
- One-to-one support - Book a one-to-one with our BIPC team, specialists from our Patent and IP Clinics, Commercial Legal Clinic, and Accountancy Clinic.
- Workshops, webinars & events - Learn from industry experts and connect with other entrepreneurs.
- Creative tools for your business - Enjoy free access to our Podcast Studio and 3D printer.
Get in touch: If you would like to book a one-to-one, join our mailing list, or have any questions, please email us at: businessinfo@manchester.gov.uk
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BEE Net Zero
BEE Net Zero is a new resource for small to medium size businesses (SMEs) to support Manchester's goal to become the easiest place in the UK to be a green business. Access advice and finance through their Business Support & Funding finder or check out the other sections, all to help you and your business move towards net zero.
We Love Manchester Charity Grants
The We Love MCR Charity are thrilled to partner with Ward Hadaway to support a young entrepreneur through the Manchester's Rising Stars Fund. We are looking for young Mancunians aged 18 - 22, who may want to start or grow their business to benefit from this opportunity. Successful applicants could be awarded funding of up to £5000 to support their idea!
Alongside the funding, Ward Hadaway would like to mentor and offer additional support to the successful young person to really maximise the impact of the award. Please contact the We Love MCR Charity for more information and check out their website for full criteria and how to make an application.
EnterprisingYou – GM Business Growth Hub
Supporting your journey to self-employment and beyond.
Are you considering turning your passion into a business, or have you already taken that step? Are you self-employed or running your own business and keen to accelerate your growth? EnterprisingYou is tailored to help those with a budding business idea or established self-employed individuals, freelancers and gig economy workers in Greater Manchester.
Their program will help you make a smooth transition into self-employment, start-up your new venture, elevate your profile or discover your business growth potential.
Learn ways to kickstart or improve your business and reach your goals quicker and more efficiently. With workshops and free advice on a variety of topics, from personal skills to marketing and business/personal finance – they’ve got you covered.
They can help with:
· Analysis of business idea and viability
· How self-employment may impact on personal circumstances
· Legalities of becoming self-employed/starting a business
· Business and cash flow planning
· Advice on where to access finance
· Marketing
· Health and wellbeing
· Face-to-face and online support
· Networking events
· Access to wider GM Business Growth Hub services
Visit their website to find out more
or contact their advisors to discuss your needs: 0161 3593050
Manchester City Council
Start your own business
The Council's webpage has lots of links to information for anyone thinking about starting their own business. Have a look at the different offers, whether you prefer to talk to someone, or would like to do your own research first; there is lots of support available.
Live chat business advice service
It is aimed especially at start up and new/small businesses but anyone with a specific/urgent business question can access it.
Money Helper
How to start a business or become self-employed
National Federation of Self Employed & Small Businesses (FSB)
Advice and guidance for small businesses and the self-employed
Starting or running your own business?
Help with moving from benefits to work
The government has advice to help you start your own business, or develop your existing business if you’re already self-employed.
Find out more at your local job centre.
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