Budget Pressure, Productivity Crisis: My Take on the Real Problem
10/11/2025
In hospitality; there’s costs everywhere… but the real killer is productivity and a culture that’s “quietly talked us out of graft”.
Join Sedulo to Watch the Autumn Budget Unveiled Live
07/11/2025
Join Sedulo’s Tax Advisory Team for a live screening of Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget 2025 announcement, followed by in-depth analysis and discussion on what the Budget means for you and your business.
Change Makers Live Summit at Aston University Brings Together Leaders in Innovation, Policy, and Growth
05/11/2025
On Tuesday 4th November 2025 Downtown in Business hosted the Change Makers Live Summit at Aston University , bringing together senior leaders from business, policy, and academia to explore how innovation, governance, and technology are driving the West Midlands’ economic future.
EP.119 | Reeves, Royalty & Racism
03/11/2025
Frank, Jim, Jo and Kevin discuss the country’s racism problem, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, the Chancellor’s housing issue, and reflect on Kemi Badenoch’s one year as leader of the Tories.
Novotel Birmingham City Centre
01/11/2025
We are delighted that Novotel Birmingham City Centre is our Business of the month for November 2025.
Aston University
01/11/2025
We are delighted that Aston University are our business of the month for November 2025. They are one of the UK’s most respected institutions. Aston University is internationally recognised for its excellence in research, world-class teaching, and strong collaborations with industry, government, and commerce.
What a Pop Concert Taught Me About Hospitality
31/10/2025
We like to pretend hospitality just lives in hotels, restaurants, and conference centres. Yet, we all know, it doesn’t.
Season 5. Episode 2. | Hospitality | Hope Street Hotel
31/10/2025
In this captivating conversation DIB boss Frank McKenna, Jan shares her career and journey in hospitality, some of the advice she would give to anyone looking to join the hospitality industry and explains her role in the hotel.
Downtown in Business warns that new Employment Rights Bill will hurt small firms and stifle growth
30/10/2025
Downtown in Business believes that the proposed changes risk creating additional costs, uncertainty, and bureaucracy for small businesses that are already facing rising inflation, increased regulation, and economic uncertainty.
Michelin-starred chef Brad Carter partners with Aston Villa’s 150 club
24/10/2025
The partnership offers fans and guests a unique opportunity to experience Brad’s food in an exciting new setting.
Sutcliffe CEO Warns of Engineering Skills Crisis – Calls for Proactive Industry Action at their 40th Birthday at Hill Dickinson Stadium
24/10/2025
Keyes is calling on other industry leaders to take concrete action before the skills gap becomes unbridgeable.
DIB in Birmingham: A Decade of Change
23/10/2025
Ten years ago, Downtown in Business opened its doors in Birmingham with a simple ambition: to bring together the city’s most dynamic leaders, innovators, and influencers to shape its future. A decade on, the city has changed beyond recognition.