West Midlands International Trade Summit 2025

The Event

The West Midlands International Trade Summit 2025 is the region’s flagship international business event for organisations looking to grow globally. This one day summit is designed to equip businesses with the insights, strategies, and connections they need to navigate and succeed in the dynamic world of international trade.

Attendees will gain access to the latest updates on trade policy, explore new and emerging markets, and connect with export professionals, trade advisors, and fellow businesses.

Whether you’re already trading overseas or are new to international markets, this summit provides the tools, knowledge, and networking to elevate your export strategy.

What’s On

The summit features a full programme of keynote speeches, expert panels, and practical workshops. Highlights include:

• Expert-led keynote sessions on global trade trends
• Practical insights on exporting success
• Dedicated sessions on U.S. trade and tariffs
• Trade policy updates from leading authorities
• Interactive panel discussions
• Networking with trade experts and peers
• Complimentary networking lunch

Agenda

08:30 – Registration and Networking Breakfast
09:15 – Welcome Address – Corin Crane, CEO, Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce
09:30 – Keynote Address: The Future of Global Trade
09:50 – Practical Tips for Exporting Success
10:30 – Keynote Speaker: Professor David Bailey PhD, FeRSA – Birmingham Business School
11:00 – Morning Break
11:30 – Navigating U.S. Trade and Tariffs
12:30 – Trade Policy Update and Panel Discussion
13:30 – Summary, Closing Remarks & Thanks
13:45 – Networking Lunch
14:30 – Event Close & Depart