Freelance Friday

Feeling the need to escape the home office and connect with others?

OR

Craving a fresh workspace and the chance to collaborate with like-minded professionals?

We’re back with another Freelance Friday at Rochdale Fire-Up—a monthly event designed to help freelancers like you thrive. Need a change of scenery? Come explore our co-working space with hot desking and meeting rooms available for your perfect workday setup.

Network with other freelancers, GM Business Growth Hub staff, and Co-Working Connectors, and collaborate in ways you never imagined. Join our 15-minute “Pitch Your Project” session to share your work and invite collaboration from others in the community.

Tours of the space will be available throughout the day, along with exciting activities to help you expand your network. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work smarter, make meaningful connections, and be part of our growing Freelance Friday group!

🗓️ Date: 29th November⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

What to expect:

• Kick off with breakfast butties and networking
• Insightful guest speaker presentation
• Inspiring freelancer spotlights
• Exclusive Business Growth Hub opportunities
• Ample time for connection and collaboration

Don't miss this chance to expand your network, gain valuable insights and fuel your freelance journey. Limited spots available!

Bio of Guest Speaker:

Penelope Silver is an AI educator, role model, and mentor for Manchester Digital, with a passion for making AI accessible and impactful for legal and professional services.

Through her business, she helps clients streamline workflows and save time by integrating practical AI tools into daily tasks like case analysis and client onboarding.

Penelope’s workshops and coaching sessions are known for simplifying AI for non-tech professionals, enabling them to work smarter and reclaim time.

She has been featured on BBC, ITV News, and Channel 4 and credits Enterprise You Stockport for supporting her journey as a business owner.

Penelope’s commitment to helping small business owners leverage AI solutions positions her as a trusted guide in the ever-evolving world of digital transformation.”

As this workshop is fully-funded, businesses are subject to funders' eligibility criteria. If your place is confirmed, you will receive an email from us with further details.

• Greater Manchester Clients Only
• Freelance/Sole Traders only
• Age 18+

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