Simon Krol and Daniel Tebay from leading construction company, Krol Corlett, join Frank McKenna on the Downtown Den to discuss the upcoming MIPIM 2026 property festival.

First time MIPIM attendees Simon and Daniel, explain why they are attending MIPIM and what opportunities they hope to find on the international stage.

Visit the Downtown in Business MIPIM microsite. www.downtowninbusiness.com/mipim

The Chief Executive of the Liverpool Business Improvement District, Bill Addy, joins Frank McKenna on the Downtown Den to discuss the upcoming MIPIM 2026 property festival.

They explore why MIPIM remains a crucial platform for Liverpool, the opportunities it presents for investment and collaboration, and how the city is positioning itself on the international stage.

Understanding Shareholders Agreements from the Experts at Glenville Walker

As part of Downtown Den’s Meet the Partners, Frank McKenna caught up with Michael Smeaton and Anna Salisbury from Glenville Walker to get advice for our members about Shareholders Agreements and why we need them. Going into business with a partner can feel like the start of something brilliant. You're aligned on the vision, excited about the opportunity, and ready to build something together. But what happens when things don't go to plan? When one person wants out, or priorities shift, or you simply can't agree on the next step?

That's where shareholders agreements come in. They're often overlooked in those early, optimistic days, but they're one of the most important documents you'll put in place. Think of it as a relationship contract for business partners – setting out who gets what, what happens if someone leaves, and how you'll handle the tough conversations before they become real problems.

Today, we're breaking down what shareholders agreements actually are, why they matter to your business, and the issues we most commonly see when they're not in place – or when they haven't been thought through properly. Because getting this right from the start can save you from costly disputes down the line.

For more information and to find out how Glenville Walker can help you visit www.glenvillewalker.com.