Mayor announces first West Midlands Business Festival

A new business festival has been launched that will provide a platform for companies to come together and discuss economic growth across the region.

West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker has announced the first West Midlands Business Festival, scheduled for March next year, bringing together small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the wider business community.

Organised by Business Growth West Midlands (BGWM), the festival offers SMEs opportunities to connect with potential partners, industry experts and investors.

Running from March 3 to 14, the event will include a variety of activities such as conferences, workshops, networking sessions, exhibitions, dinners, product launches, and showcases held across the region

Parker said: “Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and they must get the support they need to thrive. I want to make the West Midlands the best place to start and grow a business, and the Business Festival is a key part of that. It’s a chance for businesses to come together, get back to growth, and create real opportunities – especially for our young people, who need them the most.”