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.
The DIB Cheshire & North Wales Business Awards are back for 2026!
30/10/2025
The Downtown in Business Cheshire & North Wales Business Awards celebrate the people and organisations making that success happen.
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.
New Wonderland Afternoon Tea at Oddfellows Chester
27/10/2025
A whimsical dining space that promises to be one of the most exciting culinary experiences in the city
Business for Nature: The Social Side of Sustainability
21/10/2025
Join Chester Zoo for an insightful morning of networking and discussion, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, hear from expert speakers, and gain fresh perspectives on integrating social sustainability into business strategies.
Stallard Kane and oneHR Announce Groundbreaking Partnership to Transform Health & Safety Support
21/10/2025
Stallard Kane, an experienced HR and Health & Safety Consultancy, has today announced an exciting new partnership with leading HR and H&S software provider oneHR.
Oddfellows Chester Exclusive Offer for DIB Members
20/10/2025
Oddfellows Chester is delighted to offer exclusive benefits for Downtown in Business members — whether you’re looking for a whimsical afternoon, a Sunday feast, or an overnight escape.
Celebrating the Culture, and People Behind Davies Partnership
17/10/2025
It’s been an extremely busy but hugely rewarding year at Davies Partnership. As the team looks ahead to their 30th anniversary in 2026, the company is proud to share a new film that captures the culture, values, and people behind its continued success.
HM3 Legal announces 4th year of partnership with Manor House Stables owned by ex-footballer Michael Owen
08/10/2025
HM3 Legal is thrilled to announce they have renewed their exclusive partnership with Manor House Stables.
Sean Keyes CEO of Sutcliffe reacts to Keir Starmer Speech at Labour Party Conference
03/10/2025
Following the PM’s speech at the Labour Party Conference 2025, Sutcliffe CEO Sean Keyes has his say.
Change Makers Live 2025: A Day of Innovation, Leadership, and Impact
02/10/2025
On Thursday 2nd October 2025, Downtown in Business hosted the third annual Change Makers Live conference at the magnificent new home of Everton Football Club, the Hill Dickinson Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock. Bringing together over 100 business leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, and government representatives, the conference offered a day of thought-provoking discussions, insights, and collaboration during the week of the Labour Party Conference.