Livercool22 celebrates the best business personalities from across the city

Downtown in Business Liverpool celebrated the best business leaders from across the Liverpool City Region at the Livercool Awards 2022, sponsored by Moore Media on Thursday 24th November 2022.

Lord Michael Heseltine: The best prime minister we never had

A political giant for more than five decades, the man who many believe to be ‘the best Prime Minister we never had’, Lord Michael Heseltine, joined DIB boss Frank McKenna in the Downtown Den.

Professor Steven Broomhead MBE: Devolution, local government, and the Warrington Wolves

Long-serving chief executive at Warrington Borough Council, Vice Chairman of Rugby Super League Club Warrington Wolves, and early adopter and supporter of Downtown in Business, Prof. Steven Broomhead joins Downtown CEO Frank McKenna in the Downtown Den.

Andy Street to address DIB Property & Regeneration conference

The mayor of the West Midlands Combined Authority Andy Street has been confirmed as the latest big-name speaker to join the Downtown in Business national Planning, Property & Regeneration conference that will take place in Birmingham on Thursday 9th February next year.

A Frank Conversation with... Claire McColgan MBE

Downtown in Business is hosting an exclusive Leaders Lunch with the woman who led Liverpool’s successful bid to host the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, Claire McColgan MBE.

Chrissie Wolfe: Creating a personal brand - from solicitor to social media influencer

Chrissie Wolfe is an award-winning solicitor, entrepreneur, careers coach and business consultant who has been breaking the boundaries in the professional services sector.

Ed James: Optimisim, Enthusiasm and Bouncing Back

Ed James is a self-proclaimed lover of people and their stories. Experiencing his first taste for radio at the age of 12, Ed now boasts over 20 years of experience as a Heart Radio presenter. Born in Yorkshire, now an honorary Brummie and one of the city’s biggest ambassadors, he has a passion for all things Birmingham and its community spirit.

Phil Neville: Culture, Values, People - and a tattoo!

Phil Neville may not be considered to be one of the most naturally gifted footballers of his time – but few would claim to have been more hard working and committed than a man who played for Manchester United and Everton Football Clubs.

Victoria Brown: From Hair & Beauty to HR and Tech – the Journey of a Female Entrepreneur

Victoria Brown set up her first business when she was just 17. She has gone on to become the owner of multiple businesses, including leading HR consultancy company HPC, award winning tech business oneHR, and property investment company Viridis.

'Tricky' Trevor Steven - From Berwick to Marseille: And Becoming A Mental Health Ambassador

In the first Downtown Den podcast of the new series, DIB chief executive and Group Chairman Frank McKenna is in conversation with Trevor Steven.

DIB's new member benefit from oneHR Software

Downtown boss Frank McKenna, chats with Victoria Brown to discuss the new member benefit for all DIB members.

So... What's the BIG Idea?

A national conference exploring innovative solutions to the challenges facing the UK and global economy in the twenty-first century. The inaugural DIB Business & Innovation conference will take place on Thursday 2nd March 2023, at the award-winning Spine Building in Liverpool’s Knowledge Quarter.

Previous

Next

We Work With... Entrepreneurs Innovators Change makers Movers Shakers Decision Makers Disruptors Creators Big Hitters Key Players Founders City builders Go-getters Route Makers Space Explorers Merchandisers Hospitalians United Defenders PR Masters Facilitators Female Leaders Debators Motivators Ministers Big Thinkers Guinness Drinkers

join the business club
with influence

WE'RE HIRING

Our deep connection with our members and the places where we have established the Downtown brand sets us apart.

Since 2003, everything we have achieved has been driven by a passion to make the businesses that we work with better and the cities where we work, the best that they can be.

About us

We are the award winning, fastest growing business organisation in the North of England and the West Midlands and we understand that building connections is crucial when it comes to helping businesses thrive. So far, our membership consists of over 900 companies from across the country in both the public and private sector.

Our mission is simple, to give you and your company the support it needs to sell more stuff. DIB is well placed to introduce you to your target client base and key decision makers, opinion formers and influencers.

MEMBERSHIP & BENEFITS

VIP

DT100

Associate

Partner

Who we work with

"We have been a partner with DIB for a decade now. Need I say more?"

Chris Oglesby CEO, Bruntwood

“Downtown found us and then supported us to become an integral part of the city’s business community. They played a big part in raising awareness of our brand in the early days of our business.”

NISHA KATONA, MANAGING DIRECTOR, MOWGLI

"DIB reaches the parts other businesses don't"

Sir Howard Bernstein Former CEO, Manchester City Council

“It is the best networking club in the business. We have made so many connections and won significant business through Downtown.”

LISA MORTON, MANAGING DIRECTOR, Roland Dransfield PR

“A fantastic business networking club that attracts the right type of entrepreneurs and business owners. I would highly recommend Downtown in Business.”

PAUL CHEETHAM, MANAGING DIRECTOR, SEDULO

Previous

Next

LATEST NEWS

Shadow Minister outlines Labour economic plans to DIB members

The MP for Wirral South, Alison McGovern, was the keynote speaker at an exclusive DIB leader’s lunch in Liverpool recently discussing Labours economic plans to DIB members.

S1.E8. Pete Price: Larger than life

Renowned for his larger-than-life personality, in this episode of the Downtown Den, Pete Price candidly discusses both the highlights and dark times from his life and the lessons he has learnt along the way.

DIB is hosting TWO major national conferences in 2023

Downtown in Business is set to host TWO national conferences in 2023. Join us in February 23 for our second annual ‘Talking ‘Bout Regeneration’ conference and in March 23 we will host the inaugural ‘Change Makers Live’ conference.

Shadow Minister outlines Labour economic plans to DIB members

The MP for Wirral South, Alison McGovern, was the keynote speaker at an exclusive DIB leader’s lunch in Liverpool recently discussing Labours economic plans to DIB members.

S1.E8. Pete Price: Larger than life

Renowned for his larger-than-life personality, in this episode of the Downtown Den, Pete Price candidly discusses both the highlights and dark times from his life and the lessons he has learnt along the way.

Shadow Minister outlines Labour economic plans to DIB members

The MP for Wirral South, Alison McGovern, was the keynote speaker at an exclusive DIB leader’s lunch in Liverpool recently discussing Labours economic plans to DIB members.

Get in touch

For more information contact Chris McKenna using the details below. Alternatively, please use the form provided.

Get in touch

Suite 303, 3rd Floor
Cotton Exchange, Bixteth Street
Liverpool, L3 9JR