Manchester Digital is the independent trade body for the tech and digital sector in Greater Manchester. They’ve been going since 2001 and represent hundreds of digital businesses in the region — from two-person startups to large employers. If you work in tech in Manchester, you’ll likely come across them.
They run regular events including meetups, conferences, and networking sessions that bring together developers, designers, marketers, founders, and anyone else working in digital. Their annual Digital Skills Festival is one of the bigger events in the Manchester tech calendar. They also publish an annual salary survey that’s become a go-to benchmark for what people actually earn in tech roles across the region.
Beyond networking, Manchester Digital runs skills and talent programmes aimed at getting more people into tech careers — including people from backgrounds that are underrepresented in the industry. They work with schools and colleges, run apprenticeship initiatives, and connect career changers with employers.
Membership is aimed at businesses, but many of their events are open to individuals. If you’re looking to get into Manchester’s tech scene, their events are a good place to start meeting people. Check manchesterdigital.com for upcoming events and membership details. They’re active on LinkedIn and regularly share job opportunities, industry news, and event listings.