The UK is going through a time of tremendous upheaval, with advances in digital technology, automation and Brexit changing the world of business.
The Guardian Business Made Simple event series is coming to Birmingham on Wednesday 16 May, 6-9pm when we will host a vibrant and informative discussion on how firms can stay on track in the face of such change.
With rapid technological developments transforming jobs and workplaces, how can businesses adapt in a way that’s beneficial to both them and their employees? What big trends do they need to be aware of and how should they respond? With the Brexit negotiations ongoing, how can businesses become more resilient to weather the uncertainty ahead?
The panellists include Jodie Cook, the founder of JC Social Media, a social media management and training company and Judith Armstrong, the CEO of Millennium Point, a venue for science, innovation and learning in Birmingham’s Knowledge Quarter.
In the inspirational masterclass that follows the talk, Simon Horton, negotiation skills trainer, will lead a workshop on the art of negotiation.
Sign up now to get a place at this free event, which is for medium to large businesses.
Programme:
6.00pm-6.30pm: Attendee arrival, registration, refreshments, networking.
6.30pm-6.35pm: Chair’s welcome from Phillip Inman, economics editor of the Observer and an economics writer for the Guardian.
6.35pm-6.40pm: Welcome from Vodafone.
6.40pm-7.20pm: Panel discussion: future-proofing your business.
- How to make your business more resilient, for example by changing your customer base or diversifying your services.
- What will Brexit mean for businesses and industries in the Midlands?
- How to prepare for advancements in technology, such as artificial intelligence and automation.
7.20pm-8.30pm: Masterclass: master the art of negotiation with Simon Horton, negotiation skills trainer and Guardian masterclass host.
8.30pm-9.00pm: Networking and prizes.
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