West Midlands Combined Authority is launching Business Growth West Midlands (BGWM) on Tuesday 12 September at Coventry Building Society Arena.
BGWM will provide comprehensive business support services to help your West Midlands business grow and succeed.
The launch event is for West Midlands business leaders, entrepreneurs and business support providers.
At the event, the Mayor of the West Midlands Andy Street will give the keynote address, showing his commitment to promoting business growth in the region. He will explain where this new service fits into the economic development of the West Midlands.
The aim of the event is to raise awareness about the support packages available through BGWM, fostering economic development and empowering local businesses (including WMCA business programmes, such as its decarbonisation programme).
You can gain valuable insights on navigating business growth, AI-driven digital transformation, financial management, funding options and building a skilled workforce.
The launch event will also offer networking opportunities to connect with business support providers, stakeholders, and fellow attendees, encouraging active engagement with BGWM’s support services.
Why attend the launch?
- Attendees at the event will be among the first to hear about the £100m of new support programmes and grants launching for West Midlands businesses.
- You can find out how the new fully funded service can help businesses navigate the wide range of support available across the region.
- There will be opportunities to network with business support professionals and fellow business leaders,
- You can access free business support opportunities in the exhibition area.
- There is a free lunch for all attendees.
Other inspirational and expert speakers will be announced in the coming weeks. You can follow @BizGrowthWM on Twitter or LinkedIn for speaker and programme updates.
When? Where? How do I register?
- When? Tuesday 12 September, 9.30am – 4.30pm (come along for all or part of the day)
- Where? Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Longford, Coventry CV6 6AQ
- Register: Sign up here to attend.
Email businessgrowthevents@wmca.org.uk if you have questions. Or you can use the following links for more information about BGWM and the official launch event:
Learn more about Business Growth West Midlands.
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