Announcements

Manchester Digital have launched its 2025 Sector Insights Report, which is sponsored by ECOM, part of the Morson Group. Katie Gallagher OBE, Managing Director of Manchester Digital, said: “As we step into 2025, the global and regional dynamics influencing the digital and technology sector are more complex than ever. “This year’s Sector Insights Report captures how these changes are impacting Greater Manchester’s ecosystem and explores the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.” Rob Sugden, Managing Director at ECOM, our sector insights partner, said: “I’m excited for 2025 with Greater Manchester’s digital skills landscape standing at a pivotal moment. The past … Read more

Talent Day, Manchester’s largest careers fair for the digital and tech sector, returns on Wednesday 12th February 2025 at New Century Hall. Whether you’re a current student, recent graduate, potential career switcher or looking for your next step in tech, this event is your opportunity to connect with some of the region’s top employers and kickstart your career. Not got a ticket yet? You can book your free place here. Already booked? Read on to find out what to expect on the day and the best ways to prepare to ensure you get the very most out of this fantastic … Read more

Manchester Digital’s award-winning gender diversity initiative, Digital Her, is set to take centre stage once again as part of this year’s Digital Skills Festival. Taking place on Tuesday 11th February at HOME Manchester, Digital Her: Driving Diversity Day promises an engaging and thought-provoking programme, featuring inspiring guest speakers, action-driven workshops and insightful panel discussions. Designed as an inclusive, interactive alternative to the traditional conference, Digital Her Day fosters learning, conversation and tangible action to drive meaningful change in the industry. While there’s much to celebrate about the progress made towards gender diversity in tech, there’s still work to be done. That’s why this … Read more

Manchester Digital is excited to announce a significant transformation of its flagship Digital Skills Audit, unveiling the all-new Sector Insights Report for 2025 in partnership with ECOM. This enhanced approach aims to deliver a deeper, more comprehensive understanding of the tech industry across Greater Manchester by integrating extensive quantitative surveys with targeted discussions among key stakeholders. The Sector Insights Report will dive into five critical themes shaping the region’s digital landscape: By gathering rich data and perspectives from tech employers, the findings will help inform local, regional, and national strategies, as well as shape Manchester Digital’s priorities in the coming … Read more

Manchester Digital and festival headline sponsor AtkinsRéalis have announced details of #HackaFuture at Digital Skills Festival 2025, an industry-first recruitment campaign with a difference. If you’re a student, early in your career, a seasoned coder, or interested in digital solutions, this is your chance to shape the future of tech and tackle some of the world’s most pressing challenges alongside like-minded innovators. The event will fuse a dynamic and exciting hackathon with recruiting the next generation of changemakers. And the best part is that the winning team of five will be offered full-time jobs with AtkinsRéalis including a competitive salary and benefits … Read more

Manchester Digital has announced a full re-launch and re-brand of its annual Digital Skills Festival, taking place in February 2025.For over a decade, the Digital Skills Festival has been a cornerstone event, uniting the tech community across Greater Manchester. Now it has been re-designed for a new era to help propel the growth of the regional tech sector. Katie Gallagher OBE, Manchester Digital’s managing director, said: “With a new Government focused on Apprenticeship Levy reform and the development of Skills England, it’s vital that the region and the tech sector have a strong voice in shaping new skills and tech … Read more

We are delighted to announce that Auto Trader will be joining us as our headline sponsor at the Digital Skills Festival 2024. Auto Trader said: “We are absolutely delighted to return as the headline sponsor for the Manchester Digital Skills Festival 2024. Our passion for early careers, developing exceptional talent, and investing in our community mirrors the festival’s mission, and together, we look forward to shaping a brighter digital future.” Find out more about Auto Trader here.

For the first time at the Digital Skills Festival, Manchester Digital’s Digital Her programme will be taking the spotlight at the 2024 festival. Digital Her Day on Thursday 8th February will feature a variety of inspiring talks, workshops & panels aimed at women working in tech. It’s a chance for women to connect, upskill & feel inspired, and is supported by organisations passionate about gender equity in the digital sector. Find out more about Digital Her Day and how to get involved here.