Autotrader confirmed as Future Innovators Day sponsor

Manchester Digital is delighted to announce Autotrader as the sponsor of Future Innovators Day at the Digital Skills Festival 2026. Future Innovators Day takes place on 2 February and is focused on inspiring and empowering college students from across Greater Manchester. As sponsor, the Autotrader team will set a real-world tech challenge for students to work on throughout the day. Students will work in teams to design digital solutions that address challenges linked to digital inclusion. They will be supported by industry mentors, with guidance and insight from professionals working across the digital sector. Led by Autotrader as the challenge ... Read more

Manchester Digital is delighted to announce Autotrader as the sponsor of Future Innovators Day at the Digital Skills Festival 2026.

Future Innovators Day takes place on 2 February and is focused on inspiring and empowering college students from across Greater Manchester. As sponsor, the Autotrader team will set a real-world tech challenge for students to work on throughout the day.

Students will work in teams to design digital solutions that address challenges linked to digital inclusion. They will be supported by industry mentors, with guidance and insight from professionals working across the digital sector. Led by Autotrader as the challenge setter, the day encourages students to think creatively, collaborate and apply their skills to problems that matter.

Sarah Brooks Pearce MCIPD, Head of Early Careers at Autotrader, said:

“We’re delighted to renew our support for Manchester Digital’s Digital Skills Festival, and this year we’re especially proud to sponsor Future Innovators Day. At our core, we believe that investing in the next generation of tech talent is essential for the ongoing success and growth of Greater Manchester’s technology industry.”

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