Midlands Conference

Wednesday 5 November 2025

RBC Brewin Dolphin
The Chatwin Building
6th Floor
81 Colmore Row
Birmingham B3 2AP

In-person event

Our in-person Midlands Conference is open to our members and non-members to give you the opportunity to network and connect, as well as attend insightful sessions on topics such as practical use cases of AI, delivered by expert speakers. 

 

Why should I attend?

The sessions will focus on issues affecting Midlands charities, tailored to the current climate of the charity sector. You'll get the chance to get your questions answered, network with other charities, and enjoy a networking lunch.

See the full programme below for more information, but here's a preview of the sessions:

  • Practical use cases of AI 
  • Investment update: navigating market trends and future outlook 
  • Community-Powered Collaboration

 

When and where?

  • Wednesday 5 November
  • 09:00 - 14:00
  • Location: Brewin Dolphin, The Chatwin Building, 6th Floor, 81 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2AP

 

How do I book?

Book below. You'll receive updated event information approximately one week prior to the event date.

 

Who should attend?

This event is for charities in the Midlands region. 

 

About CFG events and membership

Becoming a CFG member gives you access to exclusive benefits including event discounts, so find out more about CFG Membership before you book. Association of Independent Museums members can register for free CFG membership through our partnership.

CFG events, training and members' meetings can count towards your continuous professional development (CPD), and this event could provide you with three hours of CPD. For more details contact your association or email events@cfg.org.uk.

 
Programme
09:00-09:30

Registration

09:30-09:35

Chair's Welcome

09:35-10:20

AI for Impact: Practical Use Cases for Charities

This session explores how charities of all sizes can use AI to increase efficiency, improve outreach, and increase impact. We’ll look at practical applications of AI tools, affordable platforms, and hear real-world success stories from charities already using AI to make a difference. The session will also address key ethical considerations around data privacy, bias, and transparency to equip you with actionable insights and low-cost strategies to bring AI into your mission-driven work.

10:20-10:30

Break

10:30-11:15

Investment Update: Navigating Market Trends and Future Outlook

Economic shifts and geopolitical events continue to shape global markets — from inflation and interest rates to policy changes in the US and developments across the Eurozone. In this session, RBC Brewin Dolphin will explore how recent trends are impacting charity investments and how portfolios are being managed in response to market volatility. You'll gain practical insights to help you make informed financial decisions, plan ahead, and stay resilient in uncertain times.

11:15-11:30

Break

11:30-12:15

Panel discussion - Community-Powered Collaboration

This session unpacks what co-production looks like in practice and offers tools for sharing power, building trust, and designing services that put local voices at the heart of decision-making. We’ll explore how to create inclusive, community-led solutions that respond to the unique dynamics of both rural and urban settings. Learn how to build sustainable local networks that foster long-term resilience and hear inspiring examples from Midlands-based initiatives already leading the way.

12:15-12:30

Address from host

12:30-14:00

Networking lunch

Prices
Charities - Members - Early Bird Rate£63.00
Charities - Members£84.00
Charities - Non-members£125.00
Corporate - Members£210.00

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