16 October 2026
Wigan-based Smith Bullough has used innovation support to apply artificial intelligence to its heat treatment process, improving consistency, traceability and readiness for commercial growth.
16 October 2026
GM Business Growth Hub is helping Tameside businesses and social enterprises grow through tailored advice, specialist programmes and local connections. From community wellbeing and creative enterprises to food businesses, founders are building sustainable growth and creating lasting impact.
16 October 2026
With support from GM Business Growth Hub, Salt Separation Services Limited (SaltSep) brought in specialist expertise from the University of Manchester to develop and test prototypes and progress their innovation towards commercial launch.
15 October 2026
Five Greater Manchester manufacturers achieved measurable growth through tailored support from GM Business Growth Hub, improving productivity, increasing sales, creating jobs, boosting revenue and unlocking new markets.
03 October 2026
Founded during the Covid-19 lockdown, NTB Survey grew from a one-person start-up into a thriving surveying business. Relocating to Bury helped unlock new opportunities, drive four years of double-digit growth and connect the company with GM Business Growth Hub support.
03 October 2026
Candy's Cupcakes grew from a home kitchen business into a national bakery brand with more than £2m turnover. Through support from the GM Business Growth Hub, founder Candice Bannister adopted new technologies and ways of working to drive sustainable growth.
03 October 2026
Founded in 2017, The Revenue Club helps more than 300 golf clubs increase revenue through data, pricing and digital marketing. With support from GM Business Growth Hub, including ASCEND and Innovation support, the business has scaled through technology, insight and strategic growth.
03 October 2026
Launched in 2024, GAME FM has grown from a start-up into a facilities management business delivering nearly 5,000 service hours per month. With support from GM Business Growth Hub and ASCEND, founder Gabriel Erinle has built a sustainable, people-first business.
02 October 2026
With a mission to bridge the digital divide and reduce electronic waste, John Hastings founded Recycle-IT! (Bolton) CIC in 2021, an innovative social enterprise based in Bolton. John's journey took a positive turn when he joined Start Smart and EnterprisingYou by the GM Business Growth Hub.