Visit Manchester appoints new head of business tourism

25th October 2010

Steven Small has been appointed head of business tourism at Visit Manchester, the tourist board for the Manchester city-region.

In his new role, Steven will head up a team of 12 and will be responsible for Visit Manchester’s contribution to the city’s £573m a year business tourism industry. 

During his career, Steven has gained experience of both the public and private sector, having previously held posts with Ernst & Young LLP and the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA).

Paul Simpson, managing director of Visit Manchester, said: “Steven’s background in dealing with corporate clients to influence investment decisions, develop business plans and access public funding will be a great asset to the business tourism team. He has an in-depth knowledge of the workings of the Manchester city-region and the importance of the visitor economy.”

Commenting on his new role, Steven said: “I’m looking forward to the challenge ahead - Manchester’s profile as a conference destination has never been as high.”

Steven replaces Catherine Walker, who had been head of business tourism at Visit Manchester for four years.

For more information about the role Visit Manchester plays in the city’s conference industry, visit: www.manchesterconferences.com

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