Helping Manufacturing, Technology and Life Sciences Companies and Others to Find New Ideas and Get into New Sectors
📍 Millennium Point, Birmingham
🗓️ Friday, 10th October | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Over 350 businesses registered so far...
Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
Join us at The West Midlands Innovation & Growth Conference — the region’s premier gathering for Manufacturing, Technology and Life Sciences companies, and the businesses, universities and organisations that support them.
This is more than just a conference. It’s a powerhouse of possibility—a place where industry meets academia, where cutting-edge tech meets world-class manufacturing, and where innovative ideas turn into real-world impact.
You are invited to join us to find new ideas, new opportunities, new customers, grants and funded innovation support and get into new sectors.
You will hear from:
- Lt Cdr Jonathan Aylett, the Regional Lead for Maritime Enterprise and Defence Industrial Strategy, will be exploring the opportunities for SME manufacturers to enter into defence supply chains.
- Thomas Baumgartner, Finance Director for voestalpine Metsec plc, will be sharing how they effectively implemented AI.
- Simon Harrion, Group Head of Strategy for Mott MacDonald will be discussing the energy transition and how to be part of it.
- Chris Corkan, Midlands & East Region Director at Make UK, will deliver a manufacturing state of the nation.
- Saqib Bhatti MP, Shadow Minister for the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology, will share his thoughts on AI Skills and Social Change.
- Johnathan Dudley, Head of Manufacturing from Crowe UK, will discuss the potential solutions for JLR supply chains and how you can get involved.
- Richard Fallon, CEO of the Technology Supply Chain, will share how to make the most of grants, innovation support and new opportunities.
- Esther Lawrence from TBAT Innovation will be revealing the key criteria and top tips to access UK and EU Funding
🌟 Who Should Attend?
- Manufacturers looking to overcome challenges and pivot into new supply chains
- Tech leaders pushing boundaries in AI, automation & sustainability
- Life sciences looking for manufacturing, technology or innovation support for developing and building their new solutions
- Universities and growth-focused businesses and organisations
- Investors, policymakers, and anyone driving progress in the West Midlands
🧠 What to Expect
- Thought-Leading Talks & Panels in a state-of-the-art iMax auditorium
- Inspirational Keynotes from leading minds in industry and innovation
- Exhibitor Zone showcasing groundbreaking products and services
- Dedicated Networking Spaces to meet future collaborators, clients & partners
- Refreshments & Informal Meetups in the Platform area
💡 Why Attend?
The West Midlands is home to four of the UK’s most vital sectors—advanced manufacturing, technology, life sciences, and business services. Together, they’re building a future that’s smarter, cleaner, more productive, and more sustainable.
By coming together, you will be able to:
✅ Boost productivity, cut costs and minimise waste
✅ Drive collaboration between sectors to unlock innovation
✅ Access world-class support, strategic advice, and investment insights
✅ Create the connections that power business growth and regional prosperity
🛠 Powered by the Technology Supply Chain
With a rapidly growing network of manufacturing, technology and life sciences companies—and the organisations that support them—The Technology Supply Chain is delighted to host this landmark event.
🔗 Reserve your spot today and be part of shaping the future of the West Midlands.
👉 Space is limited—register now to secure your place!
