Description
📅 Thursday 9th July, 7.30pm
📍 Wallop – Didsbury (M20 6UR)
Join us for an inspiring evening of conversation and collaboration in Wallop’s beautiful private function room. This event is part of the South Manchester Business Network – bringing together entrepreneurs, freelancers, creatives and small business owners to connect, share ideas and grow.
The Evening
⏰ 7.30pm – Free-flow networking
Settle in, grab a drink and chat with fellow business owners and freelancers from across South Manchester.
📢 8.00pm – Guest speaker: Sandi Marshall
Sandi is a coach for creative leadership, known for her values-driven, collaborative approach to guiding leaders and entrepreneurs. With an ILM Level 7 Coaching for Executive and Senior Leaders qualification, she brings a wealth of experience and insight into how creativity and authenticity can transform the way we work.
Sandi will share ideas on leading with purpose, staying true to your values, and building confidence as a small business owner – themes that resonate deeply with anyone running their own venture.
📢 8.15pm – Guest speaker: Mel Taylor
Mel is the founder of See You There Studios and an International Emmy-nominated producer with more than 20 years’ experience at the BBC, working on much-loved programmes including Blue Peter and Newsround. She’ll be sharing insights on creativity, storytelling and the leap from a long-standing career in broadcasting to launching a values-led independent studio.
📢 8.30pm – Guest speaker: Reena Grewal
Reena is an independent celebrant providing lovingly crafted ceremonies across Manchester to add a little extra magic and meaning into life’s special moments. She’ll be sharing how she’s grown this joyful business and the way she puts people’s stories at the heart of everything she does.
📣 8.45pm – Optional introductions
You’ll have the opportunity to introduce your business, share what you do, what kind of connections you’re looking for, and how others can support you.
🤝 9.30pm – Open networking
Continue the conversation with those you’d like to connect or collaborate with.
Why Join?
✨ Build meaningful local connections with fellow entrepreneurs
🎨 Learn about creative, values-led leadership from an experienced coach
💡 Share your business goals and discover new opportunities
👋 Connect in a relaxed, friendly environment
🌟 Be part of a community that champions small business collaborations
Extra resources:
📒 Self Care for Small Business Owners ~ Digital Download Business Workbook
A positive psychology informed digital workbook for small business owners ~ focused on sustainable growth, emotional resilience and protecting the human behind the business. Each chapter ends with clear, practical actions, turning reflection into real change: burton-road.uk/product/selfcaredigitaldownloadbusinessworkbook
Community Access
👋 All attendees receive access to our South Manchester Business Network on Facebook and LinkedIn – spaces to connect, collaborate and share your wins all year round.
These events are designed to be relaxed, supportive and full of opportunity. We take our work seriously – but we believe business networking should feel genuine, enjoyable and inspiring.
Spaces are limited to keep the evening relaxed and conversational – book early to secure your spot.
🎫 We are not able to refund tickets the seven days leading up to the event; but will try to do so prior to this. If you contact us within 48 hours of the event, we will offer you the option to transfer the ticket to another event.
