DTX Manchester 2025 – The North's biggest digital & IT event
2 – 3 April 2025
Manchester
Manchester Central, Windmill Street, Manchester M2 3GX
Join techUK at DTX Manchester, the North’s biggest digital and IT event. techUK have taken at stand and we look forward to meeting members and other tech firms at the event.
DTX (Digital Technology EXPO) Manchester will include the latest developments and applications across cloud and IT infrastructure, data and AI, cyber security, software engineering and DevOps.
On the 2 and 3 April 2025, as part of Manchester Tech Week, DTX will host tech teams from across the region along with cutting-edge solution providers to share learnings and get to grips with the tools necessary to operationalise digital projects and unlock value.
Expect case studies, panels, demos, workshops and roundtables to enable your organisation to:
Reinvent operating models to align IT and business strategies
Modernise IT infrastructure whilst maximising legacy to reduce tech debt
Identify the AI use cases right for your business
Implement AI guardrails and governance
Automate software development lifecycles and improve DevX
Enable proactive protection against current and future threats
Ensure security is embedded throughout all businesses processes
Discover the latest in colleague and customer communications tools
Attract and retain the best and diverse tech talent
Embed accessibility and sustainability in your transformation journey
Co-located with Unified Communications EXPO (UCX) Manchester -the North's only event for colleague and customer communications, DTX + UCX is designed for everyone, from senior leaders and function heads to architects, engineers, developers and data scientists.
Whether you’re exploring best practices to execute your organisation’s digital strategy, working on a plan to battle the next big cyber-attack or curious as to whether AI is friend or foe, we guarantee this time spent away from your desk is not wasted!
Join fellow game-changers, rule-breakers, and tech pioneers by signing up today using the following link: https://shorturl.at/M7DNt
Nations and Regions Programme activities
techUK champions the tech sector throughout the UK. We work with local authorities, devolved government, and local and national policy makers to advocate for the tech sector in strengthening economic growth and resilience across the nations and regions. Visit the programme page here
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Meet the Investors is a series of events helping UK tech SMEs navigate scale-up finance. Each event connects SMEs with investors and experts to share insights, funding tips, and networking opportunities.
Our members develop strong networks, build meaningful partnerships and grow their businesses as we all work together to create a thriving environment where industry, government and stakeholders come together to realise the positive outcomes tech can deliver.
Matt is leading techUK’s work with members and stakeholders across the UK to increase the Local Digital Capital across the UK’s nation and regions, build communities and to ensure that digital technology plays a key part the post-COVID-19 levelling-up recovery.
Prior to joining techUK, Matt worked for several national education charities and membership bodies to develop their regional partnerships with schools, academy trusts, local authorities, and other stakeholders. He’s also worked with local authority leaders and other stakeholders to engage communities, work with elected members and improve public services.
He holds a BA in Politics from the University of York and an MA in International Relations from the University of Leeds. Away from work he’s a keen football fan and golfer.
If you’d like to find out more about our work in the nations and regions please get in touch with Matt:
Programme Manager, Local Public Services and Nations and Regions, techUK
Ileana Lupsa
Programme Manager, Local Public Services and Nations and Regions, techUK
Ileana Lupsa is the Programme Manager for Local Public Services and Nations and Regions, at techUK.
Ileana studied electronics, telecommunications and IT as an undergraduate, followed by an MSc in engineering and project management at Coventry University.
She refined her programme management expertise through her most recent roles working in the automotive industry.
Ileana is passionate about sustainability and creating a positive impact globally through innovation.
Programme Manager, SME Engagement and Nations & Regions, techUK
Stephanie Barr
Programme Manager, SME Engagement and Nations & Regions, techUK
Stephanie is the Programme Manager for SME Engagement and Nations & Regions at techUK.
Working across the two programmes, Stephanie develops activities to support the growth and development of tech SMEs and engages with members and stakeholders more broadly to help strengthen regional tech economies.
Prior to joining techUK, Stephanie worked for a political events company and as a Senior Caseworker for an MP. She holds an MA (HONS) in Politics from the University of Glasgow.
Outside of work, Stephanie enjoys travelling, climbing and playing squash.
Programme Team Assistant for Public Sector Markets, techUK
Francesca Richiusa
Programme Team Assistant for Public Sector Markets, techUK
Fran serves as the Programme Team Assistant within techUK’s Public Sector Market Programmes, where she is responsible for delivering comprehensive team support, managing administrative functions, and fostering strong relationships with members.
Prior to joining techUK in May 2025, Fran built a meaningful career in the charitable and local government sectors. She worked extensively with both victims and perpetrators of crime, and notably led the coordination of Domestic Homicide Reviews across Surrey—an initiative aimed at identifying lessons and preventing future incidents of domestic abuse.
Outside of work, Fran is an avid traveller and a proud cat mum who enjoys unwinding with her feline companions.