Upcoming Events
CSR
Join us in our first online event – where we will explore the changing role of CSR in digital business, how companies in the Midlands have been impacted and the increasing demand for sustainability initiatives from the public.Recognised leaders from across the region will discuss why sustainability is an essential part of any business plan in 2021 – and particularly the post-COVID future.
Speakers: TBA
Location: Virtual via Zoom (attendees will be emailed meeting details 24hrs prior to the event)
Date: June 22nd 2021
E-gaming
With a predicted worth of almost $2bn in 2022 the e-sports and e-gaming industry is one of the most lucrative worldwide – and still growing. In this online discussion, we will discuss the changing role and opinions of online gaming in the UK and how the future of esports will be shaped by the post-COVID world.
Speakers: TBA
Location: Virtual via Zoom (attendees will be emailed meeting details 24hrs prior to the event)
Date: July 21st 2021
Connectivity
Some major ISPs have struggled over the last 12 months to cope with increased and complicated demand for internet, due to unforeseen circumstances in the UK caused by COVID-19. Speakers from Midland-based ISPs Gigabit Networks and Skyline Wireless will join us in this online webinar to discuss not only the importance of connectivity in 2021 – but the necessity for reliable and fast internet to everyone, regardless of location and purpose.
Speakers: David Yates (MD, Skyline Wireless) & Dan Ilett (MD, Gigabit Networks)
Location: Virtual via Zoom (attendees will be emailed meeting details 24hrs prior to the event)
Date: August 18th 2021
Talent
We believe the Midlands is a region bursting with undiscovered talent in business - and the Digital Midlands team is on a mission to find it. Join us and our special guest speakers to discuss the latest leadership and talent trends, and how to find & retain the right candidates for the job in the Midlands.
Speakers: TBA
Location: Virtual via Zoom (attendees will be emailed meeting details 24hrs prior to the event)
Date: September 22nd 2021
Investing in Digital Midlands
Digital Midlands speak with Venture Capitalist investors and business owners from the Midlands - to discuss the adapting business environment in the UK, discover local investment opportunities and answer the public's questions on investing in Digital Midlands' businesses
Speakers: TBA
Location: Virtual via Zoom (attendees will be emailed meeting details 24hrs prior to the event)
Date: TBA
Fintech
In this online webinar, members of the Digital Midlands team will be joined by leaders in financial technology to give advice, and to raise and answer questions surrounding best practice in the market. We will discuss the past, present and future trends in the Fintech - and how to apply them successfully to your Midlands-based business.
Speakers: TBA
Location: Virtual via Zoom (attendees will be emailed meeting details 24hrs prior to the event)
Date: TBA
