Community & Events

Name: Bolton Cyber Security Workshop
Start: 2025-11-11T10:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-11-11T13:00:00+00:00
Location: The Wellsprings

At The Wellsprings, it’s not just about having a beautiful space to work in. It’s about being part of a community of like-minded thinkers – being part of an environment where your business can thrive.

Unlock endless possibilities for success by joining our vibrant community of creative and technology-focused businesses. With support from our Innovation Director, and an abundance of support resources, you can share knowledge, forge meaningful connections, and turn your commercial vision into reality.

Discover Business Opportunities and Invest in Bolton’s Thriving Economy

Explore Bolton’s dynamic business community with Business Bolton. From networking to business support, it’s your pathway to success. Unlock opportunities with Invest in Bolton, providing the resources and guidance for new ventures and business expansion.

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Providing Bolton’s creators and innovators with a single destination for sustainable business growth.

Attend inspiring events, participate in expert-led masterclasses, and showcase your talents to elevate your business to new heights. Dive into this exciting opportunity and watch as your business transforms with newfound knowledge and connections.

STARTUP

Bolton Start Up Support:
Igniting Ideas Bootcamp

Do you have a tech, creative or digital business idea but don’t know where to start? Have you dreamt of building your own business but are daunted by idea of it. Do you have the drive and passion to succeed but need a guiding hand to take you through the practical steps to test, validate and launch your idea? Look no further, we’re here to help entrepreneurs grow great business!

This two-day bootcamp is designed specifically for startups in Bolton, focusing on the tech, digital, and creative sectors. It aims to equip early-stage entrepreneurs with the essential tools and knowledge needed to refine their business ideas,
develop strategic business plans, and enhance their digital presence.

INNOVATION

Bolton Innovation Support:
Igniting Innovation Sessions

So, you’ve started and grown but know you need to innovate in your business to maintain market position, develop new products and services and to get to the next stage in your journey. Let us work with you on developing a detailed and personal innovation roadmap to determine how to bring forward new technologies and approaches in your business, test and validate your innovative ideas, develop a minimal viable product and then launch strategy. Basically, be your innovation navigator.

This two-day workshop Tech-Transform: Identifying and Adapting Business Processes with New Technology aims to guide businesses through the process of identifying internal challenges and potential areas within their operations that can benefit from new technologies. It focuses on practical strategies for technology assessment, integration planning, and fostering an innovation-driven culture in the workplace.

The Igniting Innovation Sessions will be held in a central Bolton location in September and December

GROWTH

Bolton Igniting Business Growth Workshops: our monthly workshop programme

Our monthly workshop programme will deliver topical and thought provoking sessions across all areas of business start-up, growth and innovation: everything from effective financial planning, market valuation, building growth teams, creative problem solving in business … and many more!

Bringing together recognised experts in their fields, these sessions will see you leave with an action plan and the tools and skills to put it in to practice. You’ll also get to meet like minded entrepreneurs and innovators, building your own peer network.

Upcoming Events

September 2024
Bootcamp: Igniting Ideas

September 9, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Bolton Albert Halls Victoria Square, Bolton

Welcome to the Bolton Startup Bootcamp! We’ll dive into the world of startups, tech, and creativity. Our goal? To equip you with the tools, inspiration, and connections you need to ... Read more
Masterclass: Digital Tools for Business Growth

September 23, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Octagon Theatre Octagon Theatre, Howell Croft S, Bolton, United Kingdom

Are you ready to supercharge your business’ success? Join our immersive workshop where we demystify the digital toolbox! Discover game-changing tools that enhance efficiency in business management, marketing, and operations—tailored ... Read more
October 2024
Building and Sustaining Dynamic Teams for Business Growth

October 9, 2024 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Bolton Albert Halls Victoria Square, Bolton

Unlock the Power of Growth! This workshop isn’t just another event—it’s your turbocharged journey toward success. Buckle up! Designed for ambitious leaders who want to build the team their business ... Read more
November 2024
Masterclass: Design Thinking and Creative Problem Solving in Business

November 13, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Octagon Theatre Octagon Theatre, Howell Croft S, Bolton, United Kingdom

Discover the magic of design thinking! In this dynamic session, we’ll ignite your problem-solving superpowers. We’ll focus on fostering a user-centered approach to innovation, encouraging you to think differently about ... Read more
Developing Intelligent Solutions with AI and Unlocking GPT’s Power

November 28, 2024 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am

A new initiative designed to bring industry-leading insights to local businesses has officially launched. The Oxford Innovation Sessions, a series of six exclusive talks, will feature experts from top companies ... Read more
January 2025
“Launch Your Dream Business” – Taking your ideas to Reality

January 15, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Holiday Inn 1 Higher Bridge Street, Bolton

We’ll dive into the world of startups, tech, and creativity. Our goal? To equip you with the tools, inspiration, and connections you need to thrive. You’ll leave with an action plan to kick start your business journey.

FREE
Unlock Funding Opportunities with Barclays Demo Directory

January 22, 2025 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

In partnership with Barclays Eagle Labs, we’re excited to present an exclusive session about the Barclays Demo Directory, a platform connecting ambitious founders with a diverse network of attested investors, ... Read more
Building & Retaining your Dream Team

January 30, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Octagon Theatre Octagon Theatre, Howell Croft S, Bolton, United Kingdom

Designed for ambitious leaders who want to build the team their business dreams of and retain and develop it to scale and grow. This workshop isn’t just another event—it’s your turbocharged journey toward success.

FREE
February 2025
GM Chamber of Commerce Networking Event

February 4, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Join the GMCC team and Greater Manchester businesses for our next GMCC Networking event at The Wellsprings. It will be a great chance to meet with other businesses and grow ... Read more
Unlocking The Power of AI To Boost Your Business

February 13, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Holiday Inn 1 Higher Bridge Street, Bolton

Discover how AI can supercharge your business growth at our event - Unlocking The Power of AI To Boost Your Business!

FREE
March 2025
Unlocking Potential Design Thinking & Creative Solutions

March 19, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Octagon Theatre Octagon Theatre, Howell Croft S, Bolton, United Kingdom

Get ready to unleash your creativity and problem-solving skills. Hosted by Naomi Timperley - Computer Weekly 2nd Most Influential Woman in UK Tech 2024. This free event is tailored for ... Read more

FREE
November 2025
Bolton Cyber Security Workshop

November 11, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

The Wellsprings The Wellsprings, Bolton, United Kingdom

A bespoke cyber security training event designed to enhance your understanding of cyber threats and risk management in business. Are you cyber secure? Would you like to know more about ... Read more