Last week, the team had the amazing chance to connect in person with the Venture Café global network at Global Gathering 2026. Walking into a space buzzing with over 1,200 innovators, creators, and ecosystem builders, they could really feel the energy, it was impossible not to get inspired!
The day was full of conversations, bold ideas, and meaningful connections. Founders, students, and changemakers from around the world came together to share, learn, and collaborate, a real reminder of the power of community.
A standout moment for the team was seeing Travis Ralph-Donaldson, their regional Pitch2Tokyo winner, representing Manchester on the global stage with his startup, Niter Ltd, revolutionising speech recognition with AI. It was a proud moment, showing how the local ecosystem connects to the world.
Events like this aren’t just about ideas, they’re about people, connections, and shared energy. The team left inspired and excited to keep building bridges in Manchester and beyond.
