Damian Mohammed

Damian Mohammed is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Northern Arc Partners, an industry-led development body dedicated to connecting the innovation ecosystems across the North of England. He is responsible for aligning fragmented regional strengths into a unified, globally competitive economic corridor. His leadership provides a coordinated voice for businesses and institutions across Lancashire, Greater Manchester, the Liverpool City Region, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, and Cheshire and Warrington.

 

With over twenty years of experience spanning economic development, inward investment, and venture capital, Mr Mohammed possesses deep expertise in scaling regional economies. Previously, he served as Investment Director for GC Angels and led the expansion of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult across the North West. His strategic insight is demonstrated through advisory roles on the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority Health and Life Science Cluster Board and the Growth Company Business Support and Finance Advisory Board.

 

Recently appointed by the International Trade Council to lead its new Northern Arc Chapter, he is tasked with spearheading trade initiatives and facilitating global market access. Outlining his vision for the region, he has stated: “The North does not need another strategy document, but rather someone to connect the right people and showcase the region as one of the most exciting innovation economies on the planet.”

 

Organisation

Northern Arc Partners operates as an ecosystem builder and management consultancy headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom. The organisation unites an economic corridor encompassing over ten million people and two hundred and ninety billion pounds in Gross Value Added. By aligning six major regional innovation clusters, the company focuses on attracting international capital, spearheading cross-border trade initiatives, and providing institutional representation. Its core mission is to facilitate global market access for businesses across Northern England.

 

Areas of Focus

• Facilitating inward investment and attracting venture capital to regional innovation clusters.
• Driving cross-border economic development and global market access for enterprises.
• Building and managing complex, multi-stakeholder business ecosystems and innovation corridors.
• Providing institutional representation and aligning regional trade initiatives with global markets.

 

At the Forum

Attending the International Trade Council Global Convocation & Leadership Forum in London, Mr Mohammed aims to engage with senior business leaders, trade officials, and policymakers to advance international trade and export growth. His primary objective is to showcase the Northern Arc as a premier destination for international capital and to forge strategic partnerships that enhance market access for Northern England’s innovation economy. He also seeks to champion supply chain resilience and cross-border collaboration.