With a population of 7.3 million and home to some 266,000 businesses, the North West of England has the UK’s third largest regional economy, after London and the South East. Traditionally strong in manufacturing, digital transformation is one of the key drivers for the North West, with life sciences, financial and business services, energy, and advanced engineering as some of the main sectors. The region is today one of the UK’s top three destinations for foreign direct investments. How are Swedish businesses contributing to this development? And why are businesses looking to the North West when choosing where to invest in the UK?

Welcome to an afternoon of sectoral insights, success stories, and high-level networking in Manchester, as we look into the Swedish business footprint in the North West of England. In collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden in London and the British Embassy in Stockholm, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK invites you to meet with industry experts, key stakeholders and the Swedish businesses that are investing in the region, and to connect with the wider Swedish-British business community. This event is kindly hosted by AJ Products UK in collaboration with University Academy 92. 

About the event

Swedish business footprint in the North West’ is part of a series of events looking into the contribution Swedish businesses make to the regional development of the UK. After last years success the series continues to learn and understand from our community in the UK. Where are job opportunities created, what investments are Swedish businesses making, and how do they contribute to the local communities? The event is free of charge, and open for all to join.

Agenda

17:00 Registration and Networking

17:30 Welcoming words by Annette Borén, North West Chapter Chair

Panel Discussions Commence:

Opportunities in the North West
A Strategic Look at Investment and Expansion Avenues, Unveiling Regional Strengths, and Lucrative Sectors.
Featuring: Ben Russel, David Hilton, Gavin Quinn

Investing in the North West
Unlocking the Gateway to UK Expansion. Why the North West is the Next Big Thing for Companies.
Featuring: Asker Ali, Marc Clarke, Gary Wilcox

Skills for the future
Navigating the Skills Terrain in the North West's Rapidly Evolving Landscape.
Featuring: Joseph Crolla, Kelly Doolan, Emily Mathew, Sara Prowse

Staying active in the sedentary workplace
Strategies to Combat Sedentarism and Energize Corporate Environments.
Featuring: Helen Beebe, Eve Holt, Henry Titley-Wall

19:15 Drinks Reception and Networking

About AJ Products

Recognised for their blend of eco-friendly products, in-house manufacturing and smart design-led solutions, AJ Products operate across 20 markets globally, focusing on innovation, efficiency and ergonomics to create smart design-led solutions for the modern workplace.