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Networking dinner in Manchester 2026

Past event

  • Tuesday 10th March, 2026
  • 18:00 - 22:30
  • The Edwardian Manchester
  • Free Trade Hall,, Peters Street,, Manchester,, M2 5GP

Our inspiring speaker for the evening is Matty White

With two decades of experience in the media industry Matt White is a highly accomplished food and drink presenter, known for his engaging content and expertise.

He was a regular presenter on Channel 4’s ‘Steph’s Packed Lunch’ and has recently been the face of social campaigns for brands like Baileys and Baracutta. His live hosting work includes Q&As with notable personalities such as Yotam Ottolenghi and is a regular host at the Manchester Food and drink awards.

Matt has hosted a popular video series where he reads bad TripAdvisor reviews to renowned chefs, is a regular contributor on 5 Live and also presented “Matt White’s Gourmet Night” radio show on BBC Radio Manchester. He is the face of Manchester’s Finest, a website and social media platform showcasing the city’s highlights and is the founder of ‘Fodder,’ the only food and drink podcast in Greater Manchester.

Sona is the next-generation workforce management solution for large Hospitality operators, where consumer grade design is matched by AI-driven decision making.

Sona combines end-to-end WFM functionality - including Scheduling, Time & Attendance, HR and Payroll - with AI-native capabilities that enable real-time actionable insights geared towards driving revenue and increasing employee satisfaction.

Sona, Official Partner of Northern Summit

We help prominent UK organisations including those in the hospitality sector, take control of its energy usage by reducing consumption, cutting costs, and lowering carbon footprints.

Through our partnership with UKHospitality, we’re committed to delivering tailored energy solutions that empower businesses to operate more efficiently and sustainably without compromising on guest experience.

Sustainable Energy First, Official Partner of Summer Conference

Take a look at last year's event

Thank you to our official partners for the event