Supporting the Biennial
1 – 31 May 2027
Birmingham
Birmingham Jewellery Biennial is co-founded by the Jewellery Quarter Development Trust and Birmingham City University. Birmingham Jewellery Biennial is a City Curator Project which is supported by a wider group of organisations who share a commitment to Birmingham, to craft, and to the long-term ambition of the Biennial.
If you are interested in supporting the Birmingham Jewellery Biennial, we would love to hear from you. Get in touch and we will send you our sponsorship pack with full details on partnership opportunities.
The Supporters
Founding Partners
Jewellery Quarter
Development Trust
The Jewellery Quarter Development Trust is the independent voice for Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter – one of the most significant historic and creative quarters in Europe. JQDT works to protect and promote the Quarter’s unique heritage, support its independent businesses, and champion the creative community that has made this place extraordinary for over 250 years.
As co-founder of the Birmingham Jewellery Biennial, JQDT brings deep roots in the Quarter and a long-standing commitment to its future. The festival is a natural extension of that mission – connecting the Quarter’s world-class craft tradition with makers, collectors, and visitors from across the globe.
Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University is a forward-thinking university with creativity, enterprise and social impact at its heart, and home to over 31,000 students from more than 100 countries. At the heart of its creative life is the School of Jewellery – the largest of its kind in Europe, established in 1890 and based in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter since its founding.
As co-founder of the Birmingham Jewellery Biennial, BCU brings that expertise straight to the heart of the festival, shaping its academic and creative ambition and connecting world-class education with the wider jewellery community.
The Supporters
Festival Supporters
Birmingham Colmore
Birmingham Colmore curates Colmore Life, delivering transformational public realm improvements, hosting major events and festivals and connecting businesses across the city with civic institutions. They advocate for continued investment and promote Birmingham’s interests on behalf of levy-paying businesses with local, regional and national government. The City Curator role is funded by Birmingham Colmore.
The National Association of Jewellers
The National Association of Jewellers is the UK’s leading trade body for the jewellery, watch and related industries, representing thousands of businesses across retail, manufacturing and design. A proud supporter of Birmingham Jewellery Biennial, the NAJ champions excellence, professionalism and the long-term growth of the jewellery sector across the UK.
You Say Tomato
You Say Tomato is a Birmingham-based creative agency that brings together strategy, storytelling, and bold design with a human touch. Led by Damian, Emma and Andy, the studio combines curious thinking with craft-led execution. You Say Tomato are supporting Birmingham Jewellery Biennial, helping to shape the festival’s visual language and identity.
Altair
Altair is a leader in socially purposeful consultancy solutions, empowering leaders to achieve lasting impact. Our work, with specialty in sport, charity, education and housing, provides high quality expert advice, innovative solutions, and strategic guidance that delivers excellence,
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