Solutions for the Future – Hiring, Reskilling and Upskilling the Region

This is an in person event.

Audience

This event is open to both members and non-members of Business in the Community (BITC). We are keen to have social enterprises and SMEs at the event.

Join us for a dynamic morning of insight, collaboration, and action. This event brings together employers, educators, and community leaders to tackle the region’s most pressing employment and skills challenges—head-on.

🔍 Why Attend?

Creating meaningful employment is one of the most significant ways that businesses can support individuals to break out of poverty. A good job offers security, rights, a fair income and opportunities for personal development and progression. Yet, people from lower socio-economic backgrounds are far less likely to progress at work than their wealthier peers. For many low-income individuals, securing a job does not mean upward social mobility; but instead, remaining in a low-skill, low-pay cycle.

• Discover how to hire inclusively, reskill effectively, and upskill strategically.
• Learn from Business in the Community (BITC) and the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) about regional strategies and national frameworks.
• Explore local social mobility challenges and how your organisation can be part of the solution.
• Connect with peers, training providers, and policymakers to spark new partnerships.

🎤 What to Expect:

• Keynotes from national and regional leaders in employment and skills
• Panel discussions on what’s working in the West Midlands
• Interactive workshop on inclusive hiring and reskilling
• Roundtable networking to share ideas and build collaborations

Whether you’re a small business or a large employer, this event will equip you with the tools, insights, and connections to make a real impact.

👥 Who Should Attend?

• Employers and HR professionals
• Local authorities and policymakers
• Colleges, training providers, and educators
• Community organisations and employment support services

Refreshments

Light refreshments will be served.

Booking, contact details and further information

• Contact Andreea.Tudor@bitc.org.uk, Regional Lead at BITC for any further questions.
• Full joining instructions will be sent before the event.

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