Scale Up Series: Harnessing AI to Drive Organisational Growth

Schedule

Tue Apr 28 2026 at 04:30 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

The University of Manchester | Manchester, EN

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Join this Scale-Up Series event to explore challenges and opportunities for scaling businesses adopting AI to support organisational growth.
About this Event

The University of Manchester invites you to join the next Scale-Up Series event. This specialist session will explore the topics of harnessing and demystifying AI to drive organisational Scale Up.

We will examine the support available to SMEs as they scale, fostering collaboration between businesses and academic researchers to accelerate innovation, access specialist expertise, and overcome technical barriers to growth.

Designed for ambitious, growing businesses, the Scale-Up Series provides a powerful blend of peer-to-peer networking and practical, hands-on support. Leaders will have space to discuss and tackle sector-specific challenges and share real-world insights, and identify opportunities to enhance their growth trajectory.

This event is ideal for established businesses with growth ambitions, particularly those looking to harness AI to support organisational growth.


Agenda

πŸ•‘: 04:30 PM - 04:40 PM
Arrivals/Welcome
πŸ•‘: 04:40 PM - 05:10 PM
Introduction of Alliance Manchester Business School expertise

Info: Introduction to key areas of relevant research and capabilities, including AI strategy for growth, innovation and scaling, and culture change associated with AI adoption.


πŸ•‘: 05:10 PM - 06:10 PM
Challenge Exchange

Info: Interactive session to surface real challenges, spark collaboration opportunities, and help academics identify where research can add practical value.


πŸ•‘: 06:10 PM - 06:20 PM
Break
πŸ•‘: 06:20 PM - 06:30 PM
Overview of Executive Education Opportunities for Engagement

Info: Stuart Wells, Managing Director of Executive Education, will provide an insight into how the University can support organisations' training and development needs.


πŸ•‘: 06:20 PM - 06:30 PM
Overview of Opportunities to Collaborate with The University of Manchester

Info: Caroline Stanton, Head of SME Partnerships, will highlight the support available for scaling businesses, including how you can access resources and expertise at The University of Manchester and mechanisms designed to support business growth.


πŸ•‘: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Networking & Close
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