IoD Manchester builds a community for business leaders
IoD Manchester’s vision for a business community that is useful, relevant and enjoyable is moving ahead with the strengthening of its branch committee.
Iain Stringer and Chris Hopper have joined the committee which is delivering the IoD’s ‘Connect, Develop, Influence’ proposition to Manchester’s 300 strong membership.
Greater Manchester chair Debbie Black says: “My vision is wholly aligned with the IoD’s values, providing high quality practical support to members through connection, collaboration and community.”
At the heart of IoD Manchester’s community is its member hub located at Clockwise Manchester in the city centre. The hub is fast becoming a focal point for the branch’s delivery of high quality, added value events for members and other business leaders across the city.
Debbie adds: “This year we will be capitalising on the hub to support the membership and the wider SME market.”
Meet the committee
Chair Debbie Black is the founder of DGB Solicitors which specialises in advising directors and shareholders in private companies on dispute resolution, key commercial documents, creating good governance, infrastructure and practical policies.
Vice chair Sarah Clarke is a Chartered Director and co-founder of Think Organisation whose services to organisations include leadership development, employee engagement and culture transformation.
Ambassador Helen Rose is an experienced non-executive director, procurement consultant, mentor and coach. She is also a school governor and charitable board trustee.
Ambassador Sarah Stephens is a PR and marketing strategy expert with over 25 years’ experience. She mentors marketing teams and travel firms working with corporate directors, SMEs and entrepreneurs.
Ambassador Nigel Sibanda is an experienced business consultant and recruitment specialist. He runs Venator Executive, a management consultancy that helps businesses hire smarter and build stronger teams.
Ambassador Chris Hopper has more than 20 years’ experience in the media and communications industries. He is the founder of Bridge which helps businesses and brands to be better at understanding, engaging and influencing their audiences.
Ambassador Iain Stringer is the founder of Corisian Consulting which works with SME businesses providing advice and expertise to unlock growth potential, scale up for greater profitability or prepare for future sale or exit.
Join IoD Manchester
To find out more on how you can join the IoD community in Manchester, please get in touch with any of our committee members via LinkedIn or email [email protected]
