Have you ever considered becoming a Charity Trustee? It’s an area many overlook that can help develop our careers, personal and professional skills and experience in different areas.

Being a Charity Trustee is something which undoubtedly helps on a CV and can impress prospective employers. It can also be extremely fulfilling personally and open training, development and interaction opportunities whilst contributing to good causes. Diverse trustee experiences help charities, community groups and public bodies strengthen their governance with such critical friend/assurance roles.

When considering whether to apply to become a charity trustee, most people have questions which typically relate to what is involved, expected time commitment and what is required of you.

On Thursday June 19 2025 WIBA will hold a Charity Coffee morning at the offices of Irwin Mitchell LLP where you will be able to speak to a Trustee, a volunteer and the Manager of Home-Start Central and Southwest (BCSW) and ask questions about the charity itself and becoming a Charity Trustee, over coffee (or tea) and cake. Several WIBA members have held such roles and will be happy to share their experiences informally during the networking.

Home-Start BSCSW aims to ensure that every parent with a child under the age of 5 has the support they need to give their children the best possible start in life. They work with vulnerable and disadvantaged families and can provide 1-1 volunteer support, Nurture Groups, targeted support, and hardship support.

We hope this event will be informative and enlightening with our familiar networking opportunity with WIBA members and guests in pleasant and modern surroundings. This event costs £10 for guests and £7.50 for members, with the surplus (after event costs) to be donated to Home-Start to support their great work. A raffle will be held at the event. Places are limited so please book here.

Alternatively go to www.eventbrite.co.uk and search for “WiBA”. If you need any assistance with the booking process please contact Maureen on enquiries@wiba.co.uk

The Women in Business Association is delighted to invite you to our 35th anniversary networking lunch at internationally acclaimed and award-winning restaurant Asha’s.

WiBA is passionate about bringing Midlands-based women in business together, providing opportunities for networking as well as professional and personal development.

The event will begin with a welcome drink and time for informal networking where you will have the chance to exchange ideas, share your experiences, and learn from others. You can make valuable connections that can lead to collaborations, partnerships, and even new business opportunities.

We will continue our conversations over a delicious 2 course meal in one of Asha’s exclusive private dining rooms. Asha’s is based in the heart of Birmingham’s business district and is regarded as one of the City’s top restaurants, serving the very best in classic and contemporary Indian cuisine.

Places are extremely limited on this event so you are encouraged to book early.

This event is open to members and guests, priced at £37 for members and £42 for guests.

To join what promises to be a fabulous afternoon, please book here or alternatively go to www.eventbrite.co.uk and search for “WiBA”.

Join WiBA for a network event with a difference offering an opportunity to experience the wonderful breakfast menu at The Ivy Birmingham.

Start your day by catching up with WiBA members and guests in the wonderful surroundings of The Archer Room at The Ivy. Boasting stunning views of St Phillips cathedral, The Archer Room is a stylish private dining space located on the brasserie’s first floor. The beautiful space is adorned with colourful vintage prints and locally referenced artwork and is the perfect setting for our celebration of International Women’s Day 2025

Following an opportunity to network, we will be providing some thought-provoking questions for discussion over breakfast, as an opportunity to share thoughts, experiences and insights.

Enjoy the delights of the Ivy’s breakfast private dining experience, which includes a selection of mini pastries and preserves, bircher muesli with apple and strawberries and a choice of eggs benedict with pulled ham, eggs royale or poached eggs with crushed avocado, accompanied by a choice of freshly squeezed juices and the Ivy 1917 breakfast blend coffee.

This event is open to members at a cost of £39.50 and guests at a cost of £45 per person. We hope you can join WiBA for our usual informal and friendly networking, exceptional food, and insightful conversations.

You can book your place at this event here.

Places are limited on this event so you are encouraged to book early.

Or go to www.eventbrite.co.uk and search for “WiBA”. If you need any assistance with the booking process please contact Maureen on enquiries@wiba.co.uk

Booking terms and conditions

Receipt of your booking whether by email or via Eventbrite indicates acceptance of liability to pay the attendance fee irrespective of whether you attend the event. Refunds may be requested after a booking has been made but approval of a refund will depend on whether WiBA has already committed payment to a venue. This varies from event to event. Please note that refunds are not paid on cancellations made less than 8 days before the event regardless. WiBA reserves the right to refuse admission if payment is not received prior to an event.

Important notes: The booking constitutes a legally binding contract. It may be necessary for reasons beyond WiBA's control to change content, timings, speakers, date, or venue of an event. Whilst every effort will be made to prevent this, in the unlikely event of a meeting being cancelled, WiBA will make a full refund but disclaim any further liability. Please note that payment must be made in full at time of booking. For details of how we use your booking information please see here: https://www.wiba.co.uk/privacy-policy

Are you ready to mix business with pleasure?

Join WiBA for a unique and relaxed networking event that combines skill-building, great conversation, and a whole lot of fun!

This event includes:

• Cocktail Making Workshop: Whether you're a cocktail connoisseur or a complete novice, you'll learn how to create up to 4 fabulous cocktails – choose from either alcoholic or non-alcoholic options!

• Pizza Buffet: Enjoy a delicious selection of pizzas to fuel your networking and creativity.

• Casual Networking: Mingle with like-minded women in business, build new connections, and share ideas in a laid-back environment.

This is the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and expand your network, all while mastering some new cocktail skills. It’s an evening of fun, laughter, and meaningful conversations – you won’t want to miss it!

Places are limited on this event so you are encouraged to book early.

The event is open to members and guests, priced at £39.50 for members and £40 for guests.

Book here to reserve your space!

As the new year gets underway, many of us will have new year's resolutions both personal and professional. We bet one of your professional resolutions is to build new connections and expand your network and WIBA is delighted to assist you in achieving this aim!

Join WiBA members and guests for an evening of networking to kick off 2025, the year WiBA celebrates 35 years of supporting Women in Business. Whether your preference is for a cup of tea or a glass of something cold – there will be choices for all, with some light nibbles included and a fantastic opportunity to chat with likeminded women in business in our usual informal, friendly environment to share your news, business, plans for 2025 and build relationships with business contacts and friends old and new.

Whether this is your first ever networking event or you are an experienced hand, you will be very welcome to join us. This event is open to members and guests

To join what promises to be a friendly and networking event, please book here. £10 per person.

WiBA invites you to put your thinking cap on and test your general knowledge in our annual Christmas event which has become a firm favourite for members and guests!

Our traditional festive quiz and dinner will be a relaxed and enjoyable end to 2024 and a great way to network with new and existing contacts in an informal and friendly environment.

This year we will be hosted by The Botanist, Temple Street, Birmingham, and our quiz and dinner will take place in their fantastic private dining space. A delicious hot buffet will be served and two drinks are included in the ticket price with a bar on hand for further purchases if desired! Please note our private room for the evening has stair access and unfortunately has no lift available.

Whether you are booking as a team of 4, or individually to be teamed up on the night, this fantastic event is open to all, so invite your colleagues, family and friends! Men are very welcome and indeed positively encouraged to join this event.

This event costs £45.00 for members and £55.00 for guests and includes entry into the quiz, a wonderful festive buffet and two drinks.

We will also be holding a raffle to raise money for charity, some fabulous prizes are on offer so please bring cash if you want to participate.

Places are limited, so please book early to secure your place!