This workshop will outline the opportunities that London 2012 offers small & medium sized businesses in the food and drinks industry across the West Midlands region, and provide guidance on the tendering process.
08.45: Registration (tea/coffee on arrival)
09.00: Welcome – Nicky Griffiths, Director of Business Development, Herefordshire/Worcestershire Chamber
09.15: Background to the Games (part 1) - Phil Gray, Commercial Doctor Ltd
09.45: Background to the Games (part 2) – Rachel Berry, Trade Development Manager at Heart of England Fine Foods
10.00: Business Opportunities – Jan Matthews, Head of Catering Purchasing Manager, London Organising Committee for the Olympic Games
10.20: Q&A
10.30: Refreshments
10.40: e-tendering process – Phil Gray, Commercial Doctor Ltd
11.05: Business Link Support
11.10: London 2012 sponsor - TBC
11.30: Q&A and Networking