22 January 2026 at the Clayton Hotel in Birmingham

In the lead up to Reset Connect North, we hosted three Roadshows in Manchester, Sheffield and Birmingham in January 2026. These intimate events offered the perfect chance to network with like-minded individualsfoster meaningful connections and participate in candid conversations that drive real business and regional impact.

Our Birmingham Roadshow took place on 22 January at the Clayton Hotel. Here, attendees discovered how the Midlands is harnessing innovation, collaboration and low-carbon solutions to drive growth, cut costs and build a future-ready economy across industry, energy and the environment. Attendees also gained practical insights and actionable strategies to stay competitive, reduce risk and create lasting economic and environmental value.

Event Format: 

These sessions explored the following topics: 

  • Business Transformation - Transforming Midlands Business: Innovation, Industry & Impact 
  • Energy Systems - Future-Ready Energy for the Midlands - Integrating Ingenuity and Infrastructure
  • Climate Resilience and Nature Stewardship - Safeguarding the Midlands: Financing Nature-Driven Climate Resilience 
  • Industrial Decarbonisation - From Factories to Foundations: Driving Decarbonisation in Manufacturing and the Built Environment

Birmingham event information

Date and times

🗓️ 22 January 2026
🕘 09:30 – 17:00

Venue address

Clayton Hotel
Albert St
Birmingham
B5 5JE

Birmingham Roadshow programme

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09:30
  1. Clayton Hotel Birmingham (Albert Street, Birmingham, B5 5JE)
    30 mins
10:00
  1. Clayton Hotel Birmingham (Albert Street, Birmingham, B5 5JE)
    60 mins

    Are you ready to transform your business? This panel explored how organisations are reimagining processes, adopting advanced technologies and implementing sustainable practices.

    Attendees heard practical insights and real-world examples of successful transformation in the Midlands' evolving business landscape. 

11:00
  1. Clayton Hotel Birmingham (Albert Street, Birmingham, B5 5JE)
    60 mins

    How do smarter, more connected energy systems turn ambition into real-world results? This panel explored how industry leaders are driving smarter, more connected energy systems.

    Attendees gained insights into practical strategies for decarbonisation, digital integration, energy resilience and crucially, reducing costs. 

12:00
  1. Clayton Hotel Birmingham (Albert Street, Birmingham, B5 5JE)
    60 mins
13:00
  1. Clayton Hotel Birmingham (Albert Street, Birmingham, B5 5JE)
    60 mins

    Can investing in nature be the Midlands' smartest climate defence? This panel explored how innovative investment can fund restoration, flood management and sustainable land use.

    Attendees gained practical insights from leaders delivering scalable, nature-based climate resilience.

14:00
  1. Clayton Hotel Birmingham (Albert Street, Birmingham, B5 5JE)
    60 mins

    Can the Midlands decarbonise industry without sacrificing growth? This panel examined how advanced manufacturing and sustainable buildings drive decarbonisation and growth.

    Attendees heard from experts on strategies and technologies that cut emissions and grow the Midlands’ green economy.

15:00
  1. Clayton Hotel Birmingham (Albert Street, Birmingham, B5 5JE)
    120 mins