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Ifraz Ahmed is widely recognised throughout the city as part of the driving force behind B Events, orchestrating significant annual occasions like the Birmingham Awards, Midland Food Drink & Hospitality Awards, and Midlands Women In Tech Awards. Teaming up with his business partner, Anita Chumber, this dynamic duo has recently expanded their portfolio with three additional brands: the Inspirational Youth Awards, Midland Property & Investment Awards, and We Are Creative Awards. As an entrepreneur, Ifraz has a track record of successfully managing various businesses. In the 1990s, he pioneered the introduction of calling cards to the Midlands, revolutionising the cost of international calling. In 2002, Ifraz established the Asian Today Newspaper, providing a contemporary voice and perspective to the Asian community and professionals. This highly successful publication has not only supported the growth of local Asian businesses and professionals but has also emphasised the significant potential and impact of the Asian Community in the region. Building on this success and capitalising on their growing reputation, Ifraz and Anita founded B Events in 2014, driven by a clear mission: to organise events that truly matter. Their flagship event, the Birmingham Awards, celebrates the best of the city, while the Midland Food Drink & Hospitality Awards spotlight the vibrant hospitality sector for which Birmingham and the Midlands is renowned. The Midlands Women In Tech Awards highlight the crucial contributions of women in the tech sector, striving for gender equality. The portfolio also includes the Inspirational Youth Awards, recognising the achievements of inspiring young individuals, and the Midland Property & Investment Awards, celebrating excellence in the Midlands' property industry, from financial service providers to property developers. Additionally, the We Are Creative Awards celebrate and promote the achievements and innovations of the creative industry. B Events collaborates with major brands such as Goldman Sachs, Birmingham University, Gymshark, Birmingham City University, Bootcamp Media, McDonald's, and many others. The company also offers a comprehensive Event Management service for prominent brands. Ifraz, a proud Brummie, has harnessed his entrepreneurial acumen to positively impact the lives of many across the region.