Downtown in Business is set to host its first Change Makers Live – West Midlands Summit this autumn, in association with Aston University, bringing together some of the most influential voices from across the worlds of science, technology, innovation, property, and politics.
Taking place on Tuesday 4th November 2025 at Aston University, Birmingham, the one-day event will provide a platform for key regional and national leaders to debate the big issues shaping the UK economy, and explore the opportunities driving growth across the Midlands.
A range of business leaders, policy influencers, and industry innovators will join the speaker line-up – discussing everything from investment and regeneration to skills, infrastructure, and the power of technology to transform places and people’s lives.
Commenting on the event, Frank McKenna, Chief Executive of Downtown in Business, said:
“The West Midlands is at the forefront of the UK’s innovation and regeneration agenda. We’re delighted to be bringing Change Makers Live to Birmingham – a city and region that is embracing change, championing business, and pushing for growth. This will be a high-energy, high-impact event that celebrates the people and ideas shaping the future.”
Among the Confirmed speakers for the Summit are Birmingham City Council Managing Director, Joanne Roney, James Watts (Arup), Dr Jason Wouhra OBE (Lioncroft Wholesale Limited), and Carl Ennis (Siemens)
The event forms part of Downtown’s growing national programme of conferences, celebrating leadership, enterprise, and the power of collaboration to tackle challenges and seize new opportunities across the country
DIB Members can book FREE Tickets for this event.
Non-members can purchase tickers here
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