Fleet-Milne calls time on seven year Colmore stint
Alex Tross and Kate-Emma Bailey have been appointed as joint board chairs of Birmingham’s largest business improvement district.
The duo will take over from Nicola Fleet-Milne, who is stepping down down after seven years in the role.
Tross, a partner at Carter Jones, leads the Colmore Culture Working Group, responsible for championing Colmore’s growing leisure and hospitality scene both day and night. He also chairs Colmore’s Property Owners and Agents Forum, which brings together national owners and agents managing building premises across Birmingham to drive forward progress and investment across the entire city-centre.
“Birmingham continues to evolve, and we have a unique opportunity to strengthen Colmore’s position as Birmingham’s premier business and cultural destination,” he said.
“Building on Nicola’s outstanding leadership, I look forward to working closely with our board, levy payers and partners to support growth, champion our thriving hospitality and cultural offer, and ensure Colmore remains a place where businesses, workers and visitors can flourish.”
Bailey, a partner at Squire Patton Boggs, leads the Safer Colmore Working Group, which advocates safety in Birmingham’s heart and strengthens Colmore’s reputation as one of Birmingham’s safest and most welcoming districts.
“Birmingham Colmore has an ambitious vision for the future, and I am excited to take on the role of co-chair at such an important time for the city,” she said.
“Colmore’s success is built on strong partnerships and a shared commitment to creating a vibrant, safe and welcoming environment for everyone. As we look towards the future and prepare for our next chapter, I am committed to ensuring the BID continues to deliver meaningful results for our business community and the wider city.”
Tim Hall, director at Hays Recruitment, has been appointed deputy chair.
