Retrofitting, Net Zero & Innovation Celebration

Retrofitting, Net Zero & Innovation Celebration

Join us to celebrate retrofitting & innovation in Birmingham, featuring keynotes, panels, and networking with industry leaders!

By South & City College Birmingham

Date and time

Thursday, May 8 · 4:30 - 7:30pm GMT+1

Location

Edgbaston Stadium

Edgbaston Road Birmingham B5 7QU United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours
  • Free venue parking

Birmingham’s Retrofitting & Innovation Celebration – Don’t Miss Out! 🎉

Birmingham is leading the charge in retrofitting and sustainable construction innovation, shaping the future of our built environment. This event is your chance to connect with industry leaders, top innovators and key decision-makers as we celebrate the incredible progress happening across the city.

Why Attend?

✨ A warm welcome with a glass of fizz on arrival

💡 Exclusive insights from top experts in housing, construction and sustainability

🔎 Inspiring discussions on the future of retrofitting, funding opportunities and innovation

🤝 Networking with industry leaders and key stakeholders

🥂 Buffet dinner, tea, coffee and refreshments while making valuable connections

🎤 Keynote Speaker:

Wayne Davies – Director of Asset Management, Birmingham City Council

Wayne has extensive experience in the construction sector, having worked in various roles, from architectural technician to senior manager in social housing. His passion for housing and maintenance drives his commitment to business development, process improvement and effective team management.

Panel Discussions – Shaping the Future of Retrofitting

Hear from experts driving change in construction, funding and business development:

  • Professor Issaka – Construction Health & Safety and Construction Law, Wolverhampton University
  • Dr Louis Gyoh – Built Environment Specialist, Wolverhampton University
  • Matt Hickman – Refurbishment Partnerships Director, Lovell
  • Patrick Nicholson – Buyer Engagement Expert, Newable
  • Rebecca Waterfield – Head of Employer Engagement, SCCB
  • Becky Lane – Co-founder & CEO, Furbnow

🚀 Business Spotlight – See Innovation in Action!

Learn about cutting-edge projects in sustainability and retrofitting from:

  • Becky Lane – Furbnow
  • Bethany Taylor – City Science
  • Jessica Shuker – SCCB Innovation Practitioner
  • Tracy Kerr – SCCB Retrofitting Specialist

This is more than just an event – it’s a chance to be part of the movement shaping the future of Birmingham’s built environment. Secure your place today! 🚀

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South & City College Birmingham

South and City College Birmingham is a great vocational college with hundreds of practical courses. With six campuses and centres across Birmingham, it's the ideal College if you're looking for something close to home with great transport links.

We are committed to ensuring students have the relevant skills, qualifications and experience required for their future, whether that is to seek employment or continue their education at college or university.

With exceptional facilities which we continue to invest in, including a purpose-built construction centre, hair and beauty salons which are open to the public, a fine dining restaurant run by students, music and sound recording rooms, an industry-standard auditorium and much more, students can expect to be offered a wide range of new opportunities whilst studying.