Why should your business care about the Festival of Flourishing Regions?

The Festival of Flourishing Regions was hosted last month by Futures West and The Brunel Centre. You may not have been in the room, but the conversations happening at this year’s Festival could shape the environment your business operates in over the next few years. Here are three reasons why it matters:

The region is building a stronger case for attracting investment, backed by new data from The Brunel Centre and the region’s Economic Audit (LINK) that was published at the Festival. More investment into the West of England means more opportunities for local businesses, from new contracts to stronger local supply chains.

Discussions focused on the essential’s businesses rely on – better roads and transport links, housing and skills. These aren’t abstract policy areas; they directly affect your ability to recruit great people, grow your business and move goods and services efficiently.

There’s a growing push to better represent the West of England nationally. A stronger regional voice helps attract funding, people and attention, all of which benefit businesses of every size.