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West Midlands Business Festival

Connected for Growth: West Midlands Business Festival

04 February 2026 | 17:30 to 20:00
Location: Hotel Du Vin, 25 Church Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 2NR

Business Development & Networking

This free event, part of West Midlands Business Festival, will bring together thought-leaders and innovators to explore what it takes to thrive in a world of accelerating technology, uncertainty and limitless possibilities.

What to expect:

Our café conversation format creates space for meaningful dialogue with four dynamic guest speakers, each sharing their expertise on growth, networks and resilience.

Speakers:

  • Denise Morris – Founder of TAG Network Topic: The Power of Networks
  • Andy Bass – Managing Director, BassClusker Consulting Topic: Navigating a World of Accelerating Technology
  • Ian Harrison – Director, Growhouse Growth Business Limited Topic: Growth Mindset
  • Final Speaker TBC

Compere: Louise Teboul, Common Purpose

Agenda:

  • 17:30 – Event Start
  • 18:00 – Café Conversations
  • 19:30 – Final Words
  • 19:45 – Networking
  • 20:00 – Close

Complimentary drink provided.

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Location

Hotel Du Vin, 25 Church Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B3 2NR