People, Planet, Pint: Sustainability Meetup in Birmingham

The Event

Pop down to your local People Planet Pint meetup to find more about what’s going on locally with sustainability and how you can get involved.

No pitches, powerpoints or panels. Just People, Planet, Pint/s.

Your local meetup is a great place to start your journey or continue learning, and meet diverse people to chat about life and how we can sustain it. Every job is a climate job, so come along and learn about how you can take action, as well as what is going on locally.

Everyone is welcome, regardless of their experience or background. People Planet Pint is a space where everyone can feel comfortable learning about sustainability and sharing their ideas.

Afterall, creating a sustainable future requires connected communities. And what better way to bring everyone together than over a drink?

Your Volunteer Hosts

Alex Drew is the Director of Sustainability at Servita, he is a seasoned Programme Manager with a passion for nature conservation. Having completed the Leading Sustainable Corporations Programme at Said Business School, Alex is now leading Servita’s sustainability agenda. When he is not leading IT transformations or working out the sustainable benefits of Servita’s new products, Alex can be found tending to his veggie patch or working on a rewilding project in the north of Brum.

Ashlea Mallett has been living in Stratford on a narrowboat and supporting SME’s on their own unique sustainability journey on behalf of Stratford College, working with the likes of The Farm Stratford, Launch Agency, Net Zero Stratford and more since September 2022, before moving on to UCB as their newly appointed Sustainability Manager. She is also part of the organising committee for The Great Big Green Week in Stratford, is currently working with BEC Leaps to deliver a Sustainability Manager short course and is a co-host for PPP Leamington Spa and Stratford upon Avon.

Kat Wilton is the Head of Marketing and Sustainability at Bryt Energy, supplying British businesses with zero carbon, 100% renewable electricity, sourced solely from Solar, Wind and Hydro power.

About the Sponsor

Small99 are delighted to announce their partnership with Krystal (the UK’s only B Corp web hosting/cloud provider), and welcome them on board as sponsors of the People, Planet, Pint events.

This means the first 33 drinks are on Krystal.

About Small99

Small99 provides carbon reduction plans for micro and small businesses. With a simple measurement tool and practical actions broken down into 10 minute to-do lists, Small99 empowers the 99% of businesses to start on their sustainability journey, and win more customers while doing so.

Frequently Asked Questions

I don’t drink beer, can I still attend?

Yes! The ‘Pint’ in ‘People, Planet, Pint’ really just signifies the informality and casual conversation that is a staple of these meetups. You are more than welcome to order soft drinks, teas/coffees, etc.

Who is People Planet Pint for?

Anyone who’s interested in sustainability. These events attract a diverse range of people, from sustainability professionals, council workers, students, people looking to shift careers, business owners and beyond. There’s no agenda and everyone’s welcome, so even if you just want a free drink and to ask a question, come along!

What should I expect?

There’s no format or requirements on the night. It’s all about having conversations and hearing from other people who may not typically come together in the same room. It’s an informal setting (usually a pub) where you can pop down and meet like-minded people in your area, over a pint or soft drink.

I’m a bit nervous about attending…

Some meetups can be busy which can be overwhelming, so feel free to reach out to your friendly local hosts (LinkedIn’s are provided) prior to the meetup as they can welcome you and answer any questions. Please also bring a friend!