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The inaugral Birmingham Made Me Design Expo was officially opened on Friday 15th June 2012 by Lord Digby Jones.
As well as promoting the regionâs Best Brands through the newly launched Birmingham Made Me Design Awards, with winners being selected by the public through an online vote, the Design EXPO provides an opportunity to view the many prestigious, authentic brands being produced in the Midlands.
Lord Jones commented that A "brilliant new wave" of design talent from Birmingham is helping to drive a recession-busting regional renaissance through new wealth and job creation.
The event is free and open for all to see until the close of Friday 22nd June, so please be sure to get down and see the best of Birmingham!
Whilst there please be sure to check out The Birmingham Assay Office's section in the jewellery and silversmithing unit.
Hannah Fewtrell - Bolton (on right) curator of Jewellery and silversmithing unit
 The Birmingham Assay Office has also been nominated for The Best Brand in Birmingham Award, winners to be announced on Friday 22 June 9-10PM.
Please vote for The Birmingham Assay Office â From the oldest form of consumer protection to the latest innovative gemmological APP â this organisation has had for nearly 250 years, Independence, Integrity and Innovation stamped on its Heart. It truly does bear the Hallmark of Birmingham. Â
Click on the link and vote BAOÂ Â Â
http://www.ideabirmingham.co.uk/shortlist.aspx