Downtown in Business (DIB) is celebrating a decade in Birmingham, a period that has seen the city undergo one of the most significant transformations in its modern history.
Politicians, thought leaders and major decision makers including Mayor of the West Midlands, Richard Parker, David Atkinson, National Head of Land & Development, Willmott Dixon, and Emma Wigham, Director NHS New Hospital Programme, will be amongst a ‘who’s who’ of high-profile speakers at the 10th anniversary edition of the UK’s biggest construction event,
We are delighted that AtkinsRéalis are our Business of the Month for September 2025. AtkinsRéalis, a world-leading design, engineering and project management organization.
Downtown in Business formally launched in Birmingham on Thursday 24th September 2015 – and to mark a decade in the city, we are hosting some very special events in the city over the next three months.
Birmingham Airport (BHX) has reported its busiest July ever amidst a record-breaking summer for passenger volume. 1,455,192 passengers travelled through the regional transport hub in July 2025 – an 8.2% increase compared to the same period last year.
Fazenda Birmingham will host an exclusive Wine Dinner featuring Terrazas de los Andes — a renowned Argentinian winery celebrated for its expressive, high-altitude wines.
Downtown in Business is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Colwell as Strategic Partnerships Director.
Clients will now benefit from legal expertise across a broader range of practice areas, including succession planning, matrimonial advice, construction and tax.
We are delighted that Unique Venues Birmingham is our venue of the month for August 2025. Unique Venues Birmingham is a collection of fantastically unusual venues with over 25 amazing event spaces giving event organisers the flexibility to create a variety of events.
We are delighted that Aston University are our business of the month for August 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.
At a time when the city of Birmingham is looking to young people to help shape its future, the Common Purpose Birmingham Legacy Programme aims to support the city in creating a lasting legacy and creating an opportunity for up to 100 participants.
This exclusive lunch will examine how culture and creativity can attract investment, boost footfall, and support vibrant, sustainable urban growth.
