We are proud to be announced as a Platinum Sponsor for the Women With Metal Conference 2026.
This is an event we have attended for years. It is one we have watched evolve, grow and strengthen its place within metals, manufacturing and engineering. Each year, the room gets bigger, the conversations go deeper and the impact becomes clearer.
We have sat in that room ourselves, not as sponsors, but as part of the audience. We have listened to stories that do not always get shared elsewhere. We have watched individuals find their voice, sometimes for the first time in a setting like this. That stays with you long after the day itself.
There is a different feel to Women With Metal. It does not feel like a ‘standard’ industry event where you attend, take a few notes and move on. People talk to each other properly. They stay in conversations longer. They introduce others. You can feel that there is something bigger building behind it.
From our perspective at Marshall Harmony, we spend a lot of time in conversations around skills, succession and hiring challenges. We hear about gaps in teams, lack of progression pathways and the difficulty in attracting and retaining good people. These are not new issues, but they are still very real.
What we also see is the amount of talent that exists within the industry that is not always fully recognised or supported. Women With Metal creates a space where that talent is visible. It gives people the confidence to step forward, to share their experiences and to see that there is a place for them within the sector.
That is hugely important when you are thinking about the future of manufacturing and engineering. It is not just about bringing people in. It is about keeping them, developing them and making sure they feel part of something.
We have also seen how the conversations at Women With Metal influence what happens back in the workplace. People take ideas away. They challenge their own environments. They start different conversations.
Kirsty has created something that feels both strong and considered. There is clarity in what the event stands for, but there is also a real sense of care in how it is delivered. People are welcomed properly. They are given a platform. They are encouraged to speak openly. That does not happen by accident.
You can see the thought behind the speakers, the topics and the overall experience. It isn’t about filling a schedule but creating the right environment for meaningful conversations to take place.
As a business, our role goes beyond filling vacancies. We spend our time understanding people, understanding teams and helping businesses think about the long term. Who are you bringing through. How are you supporting them. What does your future leadership look like. Those are the conversations we are having daily.
Supporting Women With Metal aligns naturally with that. It reflects the same values around people, progression and long term thinking within the industry.
Stepping into the role of Platinum Sponsor felt like the right next step for us. We have been part of the journey as attendees. Now we have the opportunity to support it at a different level and contribute to its continued growth.
We are looking forward to being in the room again this September. Seeing familiar faces, meeting new ones and continuing the conversations that matter to our industry.
17th September 2026
Eastside Rooms, Birmingham
If you are attending, come and find us. We would love to see you there!
