Eventbrite to open in Manchester

EVENTBRITE, the ticketing website, is opening a Manchester office, its first outside London.

The San Francisco firm said the move reflected the opportunities for growth in the UK.

Manchester was chosen because the number of events in the city has increased sharply and it has a “diverse culture, proactive business and consumer communities and a positive influence on other regions in the UK”.

Eventbrite has appointed Rakhi Sinha to lead a marketing drive in the North West. She has joined from Axonn Media.

She said: “As a native and current resident of Manchester, I’m incredibly passionate about this city and the surrounding areas. There is a real ‘make it happen’ attitude in this city and I’m looking forward to fueling that spirit with a company that mirrors this mentality and empowers people to come together through live experiences.”

Eventbrite co-founder Renaud Visage said: “We’ve seen tremendous international growth in the last couple of years, and believe in the power of having local, authentic presence in key markets. Our data shows us that Manchester is a market with an entrepreneurial spirit and vibrant culture, so we are thrilled to now have feet on the ground, and to help this vibrant community further grow the live experiences market.”

The firm is currently looking for office space in the city.