Sacha Lord joined DIB chief executive Frank McKenna in the Downtown Den. The Night Time Economy Czar for Greater Manchester told us about the entrepreneurial approach and his first gig at the Hacienda that launched his fascinating journey into the world of music, events and hospitality; the emergence of the Warehouse Project and Parklife; his current role within Andy Burnham’s team; the United We Stream initiative – and how he got such a cool name!
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Women in Business Awards 2025 | Video
Check out the video from the Women in Business Awards 2025.

The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.85 | Have British politicians ever been so unpopular?
Have UK politicians ever been as unpopular? The polls do not make for healthy reading.

Everton Vision: Everton’s New Stadium – The Fourth Grace of Liverpool
The event discussed the potential new benefits the stadium could bring to North Liverpool and the surrounding area.

Chaophraya Leeds
We are delighted to share a newcomer, Chaophraya for our Venue of the Month for April in Leeds.