
We're delighted to announce The Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange, The University of Manchester as sponsors of Innovator of the Year Award at the GMCC Excellence Awards 2025.
The Innovator of the Year Award honours businesses that have demonstrated a commitment to innovation through the development of ground-breaking products, services, technologies, or processes.
About The Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange, The University of Manchester
Manchester is a city at the forefront of technical and scientific innovation and social progress and The University of Manchester sits at the heart of this. Through our partnerships and collaborations, we are committed to fostering economic growth, social development and cultural enrichment.
The Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange Team, at The University of Manchester, is responsible for establishing and diversifying the University’s portfolio of partnerships and collaborations with businesses and external organisations.
“Whether you're a multinational corporation, an ambitious SME or a forward-thinking social enterprise, partnering with our world-leading institution can have a significant positive impact on your organisation and channel innovation to the heart of your business. Diversify, grow and inject innovation into your business by accessing an unparalleled breadth of expertise and world leading facilities, and collaborate with us to upskill your workforce and recruit future talent."
Why Sponsor Innovator of the Year Award? The University of Manchester Business Engagement and Knowledge Exchange team is delighted to sponsor the Innovator of the Year category. Innovation is at the heart of The University of Manchester and collaboration and partnership with our regional business community and beyond, enables us to maximise the University's impact both local and nationally.