The North West England Business Group has announced GB Shared as the headline sponsor for its upcoming in person event, taking place at Brockholes Nature Reserve on 29 April.

The partnership reflects a strong alignment between two initiatives focused on strengthening regional business, building meaningful connections and creating real opportunities for growth across the North West.

GB Shared is a place based digital platform that connects businesses locally and nationally, through a more sustainable and collaborative approach. It provides access to tenders, supports local supply chain engagement and enables organisations to track and demonstrate their sustainability credentials. At its core, the platform is designed to keep value within local economies while supporting long term, responsible growth.  The business is led by founder Lisa Edge, whose vision and journey have played a central role in shaping GB Shared into a growing and impactful platform.

From Bolton to Budapest – The story so far

As part of the event, attendees will hear directly from Lisa Edge as the headline speaker.

Her journey, from early beginnings in Bolton to building international connections across Europe, offers insight into the mindset, resilience and ambition required to grow a business with purpose. Her talk is expected to be a key highlight of the event, providing both practical insight and inspiration for those in attendance.  Lisa is one of just 4% of UK women to be awarded the prestigious Purple Plaque award and is also Innovate UKs Women in Innovation Award Winner.

The introduction of a headline sponsor reflects the continued growth of the Northwest England Business Group, which has rapidly developed into an engaged and active business community both online and in person.

Interest in the event continues to build, with sponsorship opportunities already progressing. Of the four available speaker slots, one has been secured, leaving two remaining for businesses looking to position themselves in front of a highly engaged regional audience.

The event is expected to bring together a diverse mix of business owners and professionals in an environment focused on genuine connection, collaboration and shared growth.

As momentum continues to build, the message is clear: by working together across the North West, businesses can create stronger networks, unlock new opportunities and contribute to a more resilient regional economy.

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