Free event for start-up and growing businesses in Bolton

The event, called “Masterclass: Design Thinking and Creative Problem Solving in Business”, supports Bolton's strategy to become a 'thriving' business hub in the North West.

It will take place on November 13 from 10am to 3pm and will be held at The Wellsprings, the new office and innovation center soon to open to support start-ups, growing businesses and entrepreneurs in and around Bolton.

During the event, participants will be hosted by Naomi Timperley and learn about design thinking and how it can change their approach to problem solving and innovative thinking.

After the council completes renovations to the building in September 2024, Oxford Innovation will manage The Wellsprings on behalf of the council.

Oxford Innovation is an operator of innovation centers in the UK and Ireland, providing advice, coaching and mentoring to businesses.

Nick Brushett, center manager at The Wellsprings, said: 'There is significant investment and innovation taking place in Bolton at the moment, and it is an exciting time for start-ups and entrepreneurs looking to start a new business or take an existing business in the town to the next level. want to level up.

“Oxford Innovation events promise to inspire and inform the business community in Bolton, Greater Manchester and the North West, and are just the start of building a vibrant network within the city.”

The event is free.

People can find more details and register at wellspringsbolton.co.uk/events.