CFG's Midlands Conference

Wednesday 23 October 2024

One Centenary Way
Birmingham B3 3AY

In-person event

The in-person Midlands Conference is designed to provide a valuable space for charities in the region to discuss policy, financial viability and technology, alongside opportunities for networking with your peers.

 

Why should I attend?

Speakers from CFG and Mencap will bring you expert updates in the sessions, and delegates will have the opportunity to discuss key topics and issues they are managing in their own organisations.

See the full programme below for more information on the specific sessions, but as a summary we will be discussing:

  • Changes to government policy and funding
  • Strategies behind financial resilience
  • Using technology to help future-proof your organisation 

 

When and where?

  • Wednesday 23 October
  • 09:00-14:00
  • One Centenary Square, Birmingham B3 3AY

 

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 would be valuable for finance directors, finance managers, CEOs and Trustees of charities in the Midlands.

 

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). For more details contact your association or email events@cfg.org.uk.

 
Speakers

Richard Blakey, Chief Financial Officer, Mencap

Richard Sagar, Head of Policy, Charity Finance Group

Paul Sparkes, Commercial Director, Iplicit

Laura Whitehouse, Deputy Chief Executive and Finance Manager, Lench's Trust

Programme
09:00-09:30

Registration

09:30-09:35

Chair's welcome

09:35-10:20

Adapting to change: government policy and funding updates

In this session, you'll get a deeper understanding of policy and regulation changes that may affect your charity. We'll bust myths around upcoming changes and you'll have the opportunity to get your questions answered so you can effectively adapt to the changing government.

Richard Sagar, Head of Policy, CFG

Laura Whitehouse, Deputy Chief Executive and Finance Manager, Lench's Trust

10:20-10:30

Coffee/networking break

10:30-11:15

Maintaining financial viability as a commercially driven charity

Join this session to learn how to make strategic decisions in order to remain financially resilient. You’ll get a deeper understanding of how to blend your charitability with a more commercial mindset and why Finance plays a key role in the transformation in mindset.

Richard Blakey, Chief Financial Officer, Mencap

11:15-11:30

Coffee/networking break

11:30-12:15

Futureproofing your charity: using technology to your advantage

Technology and digital skills are more important than ever before to access services, opportunities, and helpful information. Learn how to expand your impact by using technology to your advantage and get a deeper understanding of the importance of tech for your future success.

Paul Sparkes, Commercial Director, Iplicit

12:15-12:30

Address from host

12:30-14:00

Lunch and networking

Prices
Charities - Members - Early Bird Rate£60.00
Charities - Non-members£120.00
Corporate - Members£200.00

This conference is kindly hosted by