Experts join Global Business Conference line-up
Businesses looking to go global can hear from a range of international trade experts during a major conference hosted by Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce next month.
The Global Business Conference, a flagship event in the GBCC’s calendar, returns on Tuesday, 4 June at Birmingham City University’s Curzon Building.
Delegates with an interest in international trade will hear from expert panellists and keynote speakers about the current global outlook and opportunities in new overseas markets.
Among the highlights is the Going Global session, in which experts will offer insights and intelligence on entering new markets internationally.
Confirmed for this session is Shaun Gray, European managing director of Burton-headquartered automotive components manufacturer Ginho, which employs more than 1,800 people in China, Europe, the UK and USA.
Meanwhile, Katie Trout, director of policy and partnerships at West Midlands Growth Company, is taking part in a ‘Ones to watch: Global Trade 2024 and beyond session’, which will examine the outlook for international trade for the West Midlands.
Ms Trout is the former chief executive of the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership (GBSLEP).
In her current role, responsibilities including oversight of WMGC’s growth strategy and key stakeholder relationships.
A Birmingham-born transatlantic business expert will be involved in a session about bilaterial trade opportunities with the USA. Dr Raymond Davies is chair of the British American Business Council’s Pacific Northwest chapter.
The Aston University graduate works in global value chain (GVC) development across sectors such as aerospace, defence, healthcare and sports.
He is taking part in the Doing Business with the USA session, which focuses on bilateral trade, investment opportunities and MOUs, as well as looking ahead to the US presidential election.
In addition, Caroline Miller, CEO of Birmingham Royal Ballet, will be a conference keynote speaker.
Sian Timmins, head of international divisions at the GBCC, said: “The Global Business Conference is an opportunity to take stock of the current international trade outlook, as well as helping firms identify opportunities for growth in key markets.
“We look forward to hearing from our experts who each have a wealth of experience in different aspects of global business.”
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Pictured: Caroline Miller, Shaun Gray and Katie Trout
