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We are pleased to see that delegates have been quick
to secure tickets now that bookings for the 2024 Annual
Conference have opened to both BCO members and non-members. If
you are planning on joining us in Bimingham this year, we
strongly encourage you to book sooner rather than later.
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DISCUSSIONS & SEMINARS
This year's plenary sessions will hear from
leading voices that will bring to light multiple perspectives
and discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead. Seminars will reflect the
extraordinary times in which we live and work, and will provide a
forum for an intimate exploration of a variety of topics including AI
and culture. Join the debate on the power of partnership in
development and regeneration projects, the impact of social value on
lending for developers, and what today’s life science occupier looks
like. Read more.
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TOURS
Over the past
decade, this city, famously known as the ‘workshop of the world’ has
lived up to its name, quietly delivering a number of sizeable new
developments, including 103 Colmore Row, Enterprise Wharf,
and the Paradise regeneration project. We are pleased to say the
conference programme will offer opportunities to tour a number of
these schemes. There are currently 14 options to choose between,
from innovative buildings and offices to cultural walks - there
are plenty of tours to inspire. Be sure to secure your top tour
choices as soon as possible! View the full list.
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GOLF CLUB
Join us on
Wednesday 22 May at the Arden Golf Club to play the Arden
Course. Located in the heart of the Midlands, the Forest of
Arden is set in 10,000 acres of Warwickshire parkland and ancient
woodland and is recognised as one of the premier golf destinations in
the UK. The Arden Course, designed by Donald Steele in 1992, has
played host to a succession of international tournaments, including
the British Masters and the English Open. The day concludes with
BBQ lunch and prize giving. Check the itinerary.
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CYCLE CHALLENGE
This year's
cycle challenge, in support of The Brain Tumour Charity will
take place from Sunday 19 to Wednesday 22 May. The ride will depart
on Monday morning from Newcastle. With distant views of the North
Pennines, the ride will showcase the best the northeast has to offer
before heading further south offering distant views to the Yorkshire
Dales in the west and North York Moors and Howardian Hills in the
east. On the final day riders will skirt the edge of the Peak
District before arriving in Birmingham on Wednesday afternoon! Further details.
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The BCO's NextGen community is growing fast. Numbers
have increased up more than a quarter over the past year to more
than 1,200 members, making the NextGen contingent a third of
the total BCO membership. This vibrant community will play an
important role in this year's conference. This year's offering
includes a series of events targeted at NextGen members, as well as
several networking opportunities.
Further
details.
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