Community & Events

Name: ProfitCLUB
Start: 2026-01-07T17:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-01-07T19:00:00+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

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
A Real Living Wage for Bolton – The Difference It Makes

November 12, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

The Wellsprings The Wellsprings, Bolton, United Kingdom

Join leaders from Bolton businesses, The Bolton Family and the Good Employment Charter at the new Wellsprings building.

We’ll celebrate employers across Bolton who are making work work for everyone through paying the real Living Wage, and learn how being an accredited Living Wage Employer is one step closer to becoming a member of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.

FREE
ProfitCLUB

November 12, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Wellsprings The Wellsprings, Bolton, United Kingdom

Bolton Business Owners. Join us at the brand new Wellsprings ProfitCLUB. Meet other owners and pick up new strategies to boost your profit!

FREE
Public Procurement: Bolton

November 13, 2025 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

The Wellsprings The Wellsprings, Bolton, United Kingdom

For many small businesses, the intricacies of formal bids and tenders can appear daunting, from complex processes to resource limitations and stiff competition from larger firms. Our workshop is designed to demystify the bidding process and equip attendees with the strategies needed for success.

FREE
Ideas on Tap — Business Over Beers

November 13, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Business over Beers returns to Northern Monkey on Thursday 13th November✨

Open to business owners, key decision makers; anyone who is local and wants to connect in a casual, non-salesy environment.
Digital Marketing

November 20, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

The Wellsprings The Wellsprings, Bolton, United Kingdom

Explore the latest trends in digital marketing and how AI is reshaping the landscape. Featuring guest speaker Matt from TAO Digital.

FREE
Urban Outreach Bolton

November 22, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

This Saturday, in partnership with Urban Outreach Bolton , there will be a festive food donation collection at #Asda Astley Bridge between 10am and 3pm. Volunteers are needed to help welcome shoppers, share information about the appeal, and receive donated items.

Free
December 2025
Power Up Your Business: Strategic Planning Workshop for Growth & Impact

December 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

The Wellsprings The Wellsprings, Bolton, United Kingdom

Build a clear, actionable business plan in this hands-on workshop. Gain tools, insights & confidence to drive results.

FREE
January 2026
ProfitCLUB

January 7 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Wellsprings The Wellsprings, Bolton, United Kingdom

Bolton Business Owners. Join us at the brand new Wellsprings ProfitCLUB. Meet other owners and pick up new strategies to boost your profit!

FREE