CE Midlands Dinner Sparks Exciting Plans for 2025

The recent Constructing Excellence Midlands dinner at The Crowne Plaza Hotel, Birmingham, was a resounding success, with industry leaders gathering to discuss the exciting programme of events for 2025.
The evening provided a fantastic opportunity to explore both corporate and individual membership benefits. Attendees left inspired by the vision and purpose of CE Midlands, reinforced by insightful presentations from Andrew Carpenter and Mark Wakeford, who shared the organisation’s rich history. Additionally, Tom Carpenter and Tom Woodhead MCMI FIC delivered a compelling message about the value of membership and the organisation’s core objectives:
- Collaboration – Driving improvements across the construction industry.
- Learning & Knowledge Sharing – Enhancing construction outcomes through shared expertise.
- Influencing Positive Change – Advocating for best practices and industry transformation.
- Networking Opportunities – Connecting like-minded, forward-thinking professionals.
- Showcasing & Celebrating Excellence – Recognising outstanding contributions to the sector.
Welcoming New Members & Strengthening Connections
CE Midlands was particularly delighted to welcome its newest members, Bradley Cameron FIoR from DuPont and Rachael Hobbis from Trowers & Hamlins. The evening also saw valuable contributions from an impressive line-up of attendees, including:
- Phil Eastment MCIOB, MIConstM, MinstLM – O’Brien Contractors Ltd
- Paul Bilbie – Vistry Group
- Nikita Badesha – Cadence Projects
- Justin Fitzgerald (FCIM, CP APMP) – Winvic Construction Ltd
- Anthony Watson – Naismiths and Edmond Shipway
- Mark Wakeford – EvoEnergy
- Stuart Penn – Lovell Homes
- Darren Jarman – Lowfield Timber Frames Ltd
- James Roberts MBE – Lowfield Timber Frames Ltd
- Vaughn Tooze (CEng MCIBSE MIET) – Hydrock, now Stantec
- Scott Lydon – Clancy Consulting
- Grace Mead – Gallagher
- Mike Doolan – GreenSquareAccord
- Keith Blizzard – Blizzard Entertainment Consultancy
- Rachelle Hodder – PwC
- Charlotte El Hakiem MRTPI – Marrons
Shaping the Future of Construction
With 2025 on the horizon, CE Midlands continues to drive innovation, collaboration, and best practices across the industry. As we expand our network and influence, now is the perfect time to connect with an organisation that is reshaping the future of construction.
Whether you’re an established leader or an emerging voice in the sector, CE Midlands provides a platform to engage with like-minded professionals and contribute to meaningful change.
Are you ready to be part of the transformation?