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11 May 2022

Webinar to help business ' Games preparations

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Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce is leading a free online webinar to help businesses prepare for the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

The 2022 Commonwealth Games, which will run between 28 July and 8 August, is set to leave a lasting legacy for Birmingham and the West Midlands for years to come, with more than a million people expected to visit the region this summer for the Games.

As the region 'gets set for the Games ', now is the perfect time for businesses to plan ahead to avoid disruption and maximise opportunities.

Taking place Thursday 19 May, this free online webinar will focus on:

  • How businesses can ready themselves for the 2022 Commonwealth Games
  • The advertising and trading restrictions that will be put in place ahead of the 2022 Commonwealth Games
  • The potential impact that the Games will have on the transport network and the steps businesses can take to minimise traffic disruption
  • How businesses can access the Get Set for the Games Online Hub, which provides a raft of information on how firms can prepare for the summer

Speakers include:

  • Anne Shaw, executive director of Transport for West Midlands (TfWM)
  • Sarah Crane, senior travel demand management officer (TfWM)
  • Kirsty Guttridge, senior travel demand management officer (TfWM)
  • Paul Lankester, assistant director of regulation and enforcement, Birmingham City Council
  • Rachel Dixon, programme engagement deputy lead - Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, Birmingham City Council
  • Raj Kandola, head of policy and strategic relationships, Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce

Raj Kandola said: “The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games presents and incredibly exciting opportunity for our region and will have a significant impact on the city 's visitor economy, which has borne the brunt of lockdown measures over the past two years.

“With less than 80 days to go, it is essential that businesses across Greater Birmingham understand how they can prepare for any potential disruption.

“The 'Get Set for the Games ' webinar is free to all businesses, and will provide helpful insights into trading regulations and potential traffic disruptions. ”

The online webinar is free to attend for all businesses, and there will be to raise questions with the speakers.

Pictured: The revamped Alexander Stadium which will hosts the Games athletics event and the opening and closing ceremonies

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