A number of leading lights from the fields of cultural and business tourism are lined up to share knowledge and insight at the annual Tourism Society Symposium.

The two-day event, taking place in Birmingham from 6-7 June, features presentations from an array of high-profile figures. It will bring together more than 200 leading tourism professionals debating topics around the theme, ‘The Business of Tourism – What are the new drivers for tourism today?”

Confirmed speakers include David Massingham, co-artistic director of International Dance Festival Birmingham 2016; Creative England CEO Caroline Norbury; Hull City of culture 2017 CEO and director Martin Green; and Anni Hood, CEO of the Wellness Business Consultancy.

Day one will showcase Birmingham’s culture, industry and film tourism during a choice of three walking study tours, followed by a networking supper at Birmingham Council House. Meanwhile, day two will move to The Rep, Birmingham Repertory Theatre for a number of speaker sessions exploring the Symposium theme, with case studies and opportunities for networking.

“With future insights into how customers make their destination choices setting the context for a mix of panels, interviews and presentations, the Tourism Symposium promises to be a must-attend event for all tourism professionals,” said Tourism Society chair Hayley Beer-Gamage.

“We are delighted that Marketing Birmingham is hosting the event and providing the wonderful venues of Birmingham Council House and Birmingham Repertory Theatre for delegates, as well as showcasing the best of the region with a choice of study tours.”

Tickets for the two-day symposium are currently available at early bird rates. For further details, click here.