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DIB boss to address major conference

  • by chris

The Group chair and chief executive of Downtown in Business Frank McKenna will be one of the speakers at the forthcoming ‘Trade Unlocked’ national conference which takes place at the Birmingham NEC on Tuesday 20th 2023.

Orelle

This week’s Venue of the Week is Orelle Birmingham. The modern French restaurant and bar is situated on the 24th floor of 103 Colmore Row, offering panoramic views of the city.

The Turmoil returns

  • by chris

Jim reflects on the return of turmoil in British politics and its not just amongst the Tories. He looks at Sir Keir Starmer’s continuing purge of the left and changes at Town Halls across the region following the local elections.

Has the Tory party lost the plot?

  • by chris

Have the fruitcakes taken over the Tory asylum? Frank McKenna reflects on two Conservative conferences that took place this week.

A week in America | 19 May 2023

  • by chris

While TV coverage of King Charles III’s Coronation has made Americans more interested in visiting the United Kingdom, is it enough to make them invest their dollars and grow their businesses there too? Martin reports on a conference which identified key steps the leadership of UK towns and cities could take to attract investment and grow their economies…

New Look, New Mal

Downtown in Business Managing Director, Chris McKenna gives his thoughts on Malmaison Liverpool’s recent refurbishment.

B13 Technology

  • by chris

We are delighted that B13 Technology are our latest Business of the Week. B13 Technology offer award-winning bespoke software solutions without the premium price tag.

Blaze Media

  • by chris

We are delighted that Blaze Media are our latest Business of the Week. Blaze Media are Liverpool’s leading digital marketing agency.

RPS GROUP

  • by chris

We are delighted that RPS Group are our latest Business of the Week. Founded in 1970, RPS is a leading global professional services firm.