Downtown in Business announces sponsorship at Manchester Property Awards 2026
16/04/2026
Downtown in Business is delighted to announce that they will be sponsoring the Manchester Property Awards 2026.
EX-West Midlands mayor and John Lewis Boss joins forces with Downtown in Business to launch Prosper UK events series
16/04/2026
Downtown in Business has announced a new partnership with Prosper UK, the pro-growth think tank co-founded by former Managing Director of John Lewis & Partners and West Midlands Mayor Andy Street, alongside former Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson.
DIB builds on MIPIM success with major UKREiiF delegation
16/04/2026
Downtown in Business has announced that it will lead a high-profile delegation of private sector leaders and public sector partners to UKREiiF 2026 in Leeds next month – building on the organisation’s hugely successful programme at MIPIM in Cannes in March.
EP.140 | Strait Trouble for Trump
13/04/2026
In this week’s episode of the Downtown Den, we unpack rising tensions in the Middle East as Donald Trump escalates threats over the Strait of Hormuz following failed negotiations, and what it could mean for global stability.
EP. 139 | Trump, Tensions & Taking Off
07/04/2026
With growing questions over President Trump’s fitness for office amid the Iran crisis, we ask whether his unpredictable style is becoming a real concern.
Downtown in Business Hosts Leaders Lunch with Stockport Council Chief Executive
01/04/2026
On Tuesday 31st March, Downtown in Business hosted an exclusive Leaders Lunch with Michael Cullen, Chief Executive of Stockport Council, at Gusto in Manchester.
DIB host Leaders Lunch with Mike Emmerich
24/03/2026
Downtown in Business were delighted to bring together members of the Downtown in Business network on Monday 23rd March 2026 for a Leaders Lunch with Mike Emmerich, Founding Director at Metro Dynamics, hosted at the Manchester Deansgate Hotel.
Business Question Time Focuses on Stability, Security and Scale Up at Everyman Cinema
24/03/2026
On Thursday 19th March 2026 Downtown in Business hosted a Business Question Time event at Everyman Cinema, delivered in collaboration with Glenville Walker, bringing together a strong audience of business leaders and founders for an insightful discussion on sustainable growth.
EP. 137 | Starmer’s Political Tightrope
23/03/2026
As the Iranian conflict continues, absolute chaos starts to emerge as far as the economy is concerned. Keir Starmer is still walking the tightrope to deal with a very erratic President Donald Trump, and domestically he is having to face challenges from his own party, including his former deputy leader Angela Rayner.
Meet the Partner Glenville Walker
20/03/2026
When your business hits a rough patch, or a property lease starts causing headaches, you need more than just legal advice – you need partners who’ll stand by your side and turn complex problems into clear solutions.
AtkinsRéalis and Sellafield Sites Ltd Announced as Headline Sponsors for Northern Power Towns Parliamentary Reception
20/03/2026
Downtown in Business is delighted to announce that AtkinsRéalis and Sellafield Sites Ltd will serve as headline sponsors for the upcoming Northern Power Towns Parliamentary Reception, taking place on Wednesday 22nd April 2026 in the heart of Westminster.
Liverpool Showcases Confidence and Ambition with Standout MIPIM Performance
19/03/2026
Liverpool has delivered its strongest presence at MIPIM for years, presenting a confident, ambitious vision for the future of the city region to global investors, developers, and decision-makers, according to city business leader Frank McKenna.