Downtown in Business has called on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to deliver a bold Budget that unlocks Birmingham’s growth potential — calling on her to match the ambition of the West Midlands mayor Richard Parker’s growth plans that were unveiled in Westminster at a special Parliamentary Reception hosted by Downtown in Business earlier this year.
Birmingham Airport (BHX) has appointed global built environment consultancy Arup to lead the development of its next Masterplan, setting out a long-term vision for the airport’s growth and transformation through to 2041.
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.
We are delighted that Novotel Birmingham City Centre is our Business of the month for November 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.
The partnership offers fans and guests a unique opportunity to experience Brad’s food in an exciting new setting.
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.
On Thursday 16th October 2025, Downtown in Business hosted an exclusive Leaders Lunch at the Hyatt Birmingham, welcoming Rishi Shori, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Birmingham City Council.
Come and meet one of the most popular figures in British football, a man who kept between the posts for Manchester United (where he won two League Cups), Watford, Birmingham (where he also won the League Cup), West Bromwich, famously at Wrexham and for England.
Avison Young has reshuffled its Midlands leadership team with experienced professional Tim Evans taking the position of Head of Planning following Nick Hardy’s decision to focus on other areas of the business.
Sedulo Group, has strengthened its national leadership team with the appointment of Simon O’Brien as Managing Partner for its Birmingham office.
An engaging afternoon was held on Wednesday 8th October at Marco Pierre White Restaurants for Reimagining Birmingham City Centre: Culture, Community and Commercial Growth.
