Third organisation confirms Chamber leadership campaign support

Aston University has become the third organisation to sponsor a major leadership and people management campaign organised by Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce.

Aston is backing the month-long Growth Through People Campaign, which concludes with a conference on 30 March.

Growth Through People aims to improve productivity by encouraging the adoption of best practice approaches to leadership and people management.

Delegates can book their places now for the Chamber 's second annual Growth Through People conference, as well as being able to take advantage of a series of expert-led webinars, thought leadership blogs, videos and a mini series on the Chamber podcast channel.

The online conference will feature inspirational keynote speakers including Jess Phillips MP, alongside high-profile panellists and practical workshops on topical leadership and people management challenges following the impacts of Brexit and Covid-19.

It will also provide an opportunity to network with other local leaders, managers and decision makers from businesses looking to grow through the adoption of new, best-practice ideas.

Both the conference and virtual events are free for Chamber members. Conference tickets are £15 for non-members.

Aston University will join BMet College and the University of Birmingham 's Work Inclusivity Research Centre (WIRC) as headline sponsors of Growth Through People 2021.

Founded in 1895 and a University since 1966, Aston is a long established research-led university known for its world-class teaching quality, and strong links to business and the professions. We have been a leading university for graduate employment success for over 25 years.

Aston has a mission to be the UK 's leading university for business and the professions, underpinned by applicable research, enterprise and inspiring teaching. Delivering both local and global impact, students from 120 countries around the world choose to study at Aston University.

Mark Smith (pictured), executive director of business engagement, Aston University, said: “I am proud and excited to announce that Aston University will once again be sponsoring the Growth Through People campaign.

“We have a long-standing relationship with the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce and the invaluable support it offers businesses in our region. Investing in people is at the heart of everything we do at Aston, and this year, it feels more important than ever to support companies to upskill their teams. ”

Paul Faulkner, chief executive of Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce said, “We are delighted to announce that Aston University will be headline sponsors of our Growth Through People campaign for a fourth consecutive year.

“We very much look forward to featuring their world-class expertise in professional development throughout the campaign.

“The past year has been incredibly challenging for many. Growth Through People 2021, taking place throughout March, will be specifically focussed on how you can best support and get the most out of your people amid the ongoing pandemic, and beyond. I highly encourage interested readers to book on to our campaign webinars and conference now. ”

Click here to book your place on Growth Through People webinars.

Click here to register for the online Growth Through People Conference on 30 March.

For information about remaining sponsorship opportunities, contact Emily Stubbs