It’s back! The Norfolk Chamber Summer BBQ hosted by MIGSOLV – this year featuring ‘Tastes of Norfolk’
Attended by over 100 members in 2017, our Gold Patron’s MIGSOLV will again be hosting a FREE summer BBQ at their world-class Gatehouse data centre in Norwich.
This year’s events will feature a ‘Tastes of Norfolk’ theme with a locally sourced BBQ, Norfolk hog-roast, wine and beer from our region and even ice-cream made right here in Norwich! Vegetarian options and soft drinks too.
Everyone’s welcome to attend, relax and celebrate the summer! To embrace Norfolk’s growing tech sector, the event is also welcoming members of TechEast. A number of MIGSOLV’s key partners will also be on hand to help businesses protect their IT and data.
The event begins at 5pm with free parking and a large marquee.
Optional Guided Tour Ever wondered how a world-class data centre houses and protects business’s vital IT and data?
Join MIGSOLV for an optional guided tour of the Gatehouse’s facilities, including its high-tech security, climatically controlled data halls, links to global networks and enough power generation for 8 days off-grid.
The MIGSOLV team and some of their key partners will also be available to answer your questions and explore ways you can protect your business’s IT and data.
Do you know and understand the stages involved with making an export? Processes and requirements are changing all the time and keeping up to date is vital to ensure you are doing things right.
This full day course looks at the whole export function from what an export is to the processing and selling of products overseas. Perfect for a new member of staff and experienced staff who want to keep up to date.
Aims • Be aware of what is in a sales contract and purchase order • Understand why Incoterms® 2010 are used in an international sales contract • Why, as an exporter, you must be aware of embargos and sanctions on countries • Know the types of goods that are typically controlled with export licences • Know the advantages of using freight forwarders • Why it is important to ensure the commodity code is correct • Understand the reasons for accurate export documentation • Where to go for sources of information
Who should attend? This course is suitable for anyone involved in the export or import process such as; accounts, purchasing / buyers, freight forwarders, shipping, marketing, customer services, goods inward staff and many more.
Testimonials “A better understanding of exporting and more!”
“A great understanding of exporting. The course is very informative and I am walking away with a lot more knowledge.”
“A really good course to begin with. I am new to export and this covered the whole process. I can’t wait for my next course.”
Cancellation Policy 15% of fee payable if delegates cancel more than 7 days in advance. If less than 7 days the full fee is payable.
One of the ‘core 10’ courses accredited by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC). Candidates achieving Pass or Merit in the course will receive a certificate. Those who pass 6 individual courses will achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Award in International Trade.
Norfolk Day is almost here, why not be part of this day too? Come and join us for a Norfolk Day Lunch and video premiere at the Norwich Cathedral to celebrate everything that’s great about your businesses and Norfolk too. Agenda: 12:00 Arrival for light refreshments 12:15 Presentation from our CEO, Chris Sargisson #15SecBiz video showreel Light lunch 13:30 Oscar voting closes & prize giving 14:00 Event close During this event, we will be showcasing all the videos you and your teams have created to promote the ‘Wow factor’ about our great county. There is also a chance to win a ‘Norfolk Day Oscar’ for the best video. Don’t worry if you haven’t made your #15secbiz video yet, there is still time. Visit our webpage for more information. Click here! Norfolk needs your support! LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE
Join us for what promises to be an interesting talk in which the Bank of England will say a few words about the economy and then invite questions from the audience. The event will be off-the-record and press will not be invited.
Our guest speaker from the Bank of England will be providing an ‘off-the-record’ look at the UK economy, drawing on the most recent Bank of England Inflation Report, published in early November.
There will also be opportunities to network with business leaders from across the county before and after the talk.
Join a high-level audience of business decision-makers, policy makers and the Chamber network on Thursday 28th March at the QEII Centre in London, for the British Chambers of Commerce Annual Conference.
The Annual Conference explores the subjects most relevant to UK business. The Conference provides insights into these key topics through panel discussions, keynote speakers and by providing opportunities for discussion with other attendees. The Conference is a must-attend event for business leaders, corporate affairs and public policy professionals and is an exceptional opportunity to network with people from all sectors.
The key themes that featured at the 2018 Conference were the Future of Work, the Future of UK Trade and Diversity in Business, this year we have senior poilticians, business leaders, decision makers and opinion-formers from across the United Kingdom discussing the following key themes:
* Innovation
* People
* Infrastruture
Speakers confirmed for the 2019 Conference include:
Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London
Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer, Shadow Brexit Secretary
Will Gardiner, CEO, Drax Group plc
Martin Griffiths, CEO, Stagecoach Group
Alison Rose, CEO, Commercial and Private Banking, Royal Bank of Scotland
Nigel Wilson: CEO, Legal & General
Pawel Adrjan: UK Economist, Indee
Further speakers will be announced in the coming weeks including high profile politicians and commentators from the world of business and media, see our website for more details of the event programme and speakers.
This year’s International Trade Summit will take place at etc.venues, Bishopsgate in London on 18th October 2018.
The event will give delegates practical advice, invaluable resources and the contacts needed to grow their business and begin the next step of their export journey.
Whatever stage of the export journey you are at, the BCC’s International Trade Summit is the event that will help you take your business to the next level.
There will be a choice of informative workshops, lively panel discussions with businesses with export experience from a range of sectors, stimulating speeches from policy makers, successful exporters and household names. And, of course, plenty of time for networking.
Norfolk Chamber of Commerce has a number of complimentary tickets available for members who are interested in the export agenda. If you are a member, please contact export@norfolkchamber.co.uk as soon as possible to be considered for a complimentary ticket.
Come along for a fun, informal evening where you can:
network with local businesses
enjoy a buffet dinner from Mecca Bingo
get competitive with colleagues, clients and other Norfolk businesses
play a few games of Bingo
PLUS play the new Rock and Roll Bingo!
Don’t miss out on our first Bingo night, build your team or your business relationships in the best way! There may even be some prizes up for grabs!
For our first event Bingo night we’ve also opened the bookings up to non-Chamber member businesses. Come and find out more about how we do things after hours and meet your Chamber team in a relaxed setting.
It’s Networking. Only better. And now sponsored by the Norfolk Chamber of Commerce.
This month, our free morning networking has the honour of having the fantastic and engaging Glenn Savill from Ashton Shaw – Glenn’s personality makes him the one person who can make “Making Tax Digital” engaging, easy to understand and possibly even fun. As someone who attended a networking session whilst rigidly sticking to his sponsored silence, you can expect entertainment and common sense advice in equal measure from Glenn.
The way financial performance is both recorded and reported is soon to be modernised, but is your business prepared for the upcoming changes being imposed by HMRC? Glenn will explain how an increasingly digital world is already affecting all businesses and what you can do to not only be prepared but to take advantage of the upcoming changes.
Set your alarm, bring your business cards, and join us bright and early for King’s Lynn’s friendliest, most rewarding and enjoyable networking – see you there!
Why do so many business people join us every month?
It’s informal, rewarding networking with local, friendly businesspeople. No pitches, no referrals, no fees, no pressure, no hard-sell. Always a great guest speaker, free drinks, pastries and fruit. Network and still have time for a day’s work.
Everyone’s welcome – all types and sizes of business – Join us!
What’s the format?
Arrive at Yours Business Networks around 07:30 and network for 20-25 minutes, after a fifteen-minute talk, back into the business lounge for another 20-25 minutes or so of networking. Many people choose to stay much longer and are more than welcome to continue chatting and developing new contacts.
What are the rules?
None – We don’t ask people to introduce themselves or deliver an elevator pitch and no-one has to provide referrals or ensure that they attend each week. No booking 1-2-1s either.
Who’s it for?
Business owners, managers, entrepreneurs, start-ups, young businesses and anyone who wants to connect and engage with other businesses in King’s Lynn and West Norfolk. Newbies are always welcome, whether it’s to our group or to networking in general. Find Matt, the organiser, if you’re on your own or new to networking and he’ll look after you. Here are some great networking tips if that’s you…
Who’s behind it?
The networking events are sponsored by Norfolk Chamber of Commerce and held at Yours Business Networks. Swarm Apprenticeships created the event and often host. Norfolk Chamber facilitate the events to engage with local businesses and the wider community.
Can I find out more?
Of course, email Matt Cooper at hello@ybnoffices.co.uk or call 07774 781695. If you’d like to talk at one of our events, get in touch, it’s a great opportunity to bring your message to our audience.
As part of King’s Lynn Business Week organised by King’s Lynn BID on 15-18 October 2018, we are inviting businesses in West Norfolk to join us for an evening of cocktails, canapes and networking.
As well as sampling delicious cocktails made by the bar staff at Bank House Hotel, there will be demonstrations so you can learn how to make and enjoy these at home.
The theme of this breakfast is all things ‘bike’ – whether you’re passionate about bikes, both petrol and road, or if you are just looking to network with fellow Norfolk businesses, this will be for you. We will be hearing from Matthew Thomas-Keeping, Operations Manager at OFO who will be presenting the story behind their exciting sustainable travel solution, in the form of the yellow bikes you may have seen around Norwich. OFO bikes aim to ‘solve the last mile problem of urban transportation, helping commuters and travellers get to exactly where they need to go by making bikes accessible to everyone. Click here to find out more.
Join us for a morning of business networking over a delicious breakfast. Make new contacts and catch up with existing ones.
Our featured charity for the event will be Norfolk Community Sports Foundation, who we are pleased to have join us. They will have a stand at the breakfast so you will have the opportunity to find out more about the work they do for disadvantaged children in Norfolk. They help over 38,000 people every year achieve their goals by delivering quality, innovative services through football and sport.
Interested in taking an exhibition stand at a business breakfast? The stand package is £75+VAT and includes your event ticket. Email us
Sponsor this event
Want more exposure for your business? Sponsoring an event puts your logo in front of our 900+ members and more! Sole sponsorship is £550+VAT. More information here
Join us at the beautiful Park Farm Hotel in Hethersett for a morning of networking over breakfast. We will have a fun networking activity, unlimited hot drinks, a full English breakfast, and a guest speaker. It is a great opportunity to find new, potential business, build relationships and find new products and services to benefit your business whilst meeting people from all corners of Norfolk.
Our speaker will be Mark Cook, Digital Marketing Director at Candour. Mark will be presenting on becoming the first choice with digital, covering the realistic options for digital marketing and automation for SMEs to become the first choice for their customers in 2019. He has been in marketing for over 10 years and recently presented at our Talking Tech conference. He has created successful search campaigns in some of the most competitive digital marketing sectors for global brands and has translated these techniques into strategies SMEs can apply at almost any level.
Book a stand
Our standholders at this event are East Coast College.
Interested in joining them and taking an exhibition stand at a business breakfast and showcasing the work your business is doing? The stand package is £75+VAT and includes your event ticket Email us
Sponsor this event
Want more exposure for your business? Sponsoring an event puts your business in front of our 900+ members and more! Sole sponsorship is £550+VAT. More information here
Start the new year off with our Great Yarmouth Business Breakfast.
A great way to catch up with existing connections and make new ones to bring in the new year. Join us at The Imperial Hotel in Great Yarmouth for a morning of networking over breakfast, we’ll also have a fun networking activity to get everyone talking.
In our usual style the breakfast will include:
Popular networking activities to help you connect with new businesses
Natalie Haydon from Affinity Agency will be presenting on how to utilise paid strategies to gain cut through in an ever increasingly competitive market place.Natalie joined Affinity a year ago and has worked in digital marketing for over 10 years with clients such as HSBC, Tesco, and M&S.
In her presentation she will be reviewing the various platforms and identifying which approaches work best for different business models, taking into account agency techniques and tools to ensure the best return on investment.
At Affinity she leads a team of experts in Paid Strategies, Conversion Optimisation, and SEO to name just a few and they take a holistic approach to develop an individual-focused digital marketing strategy that delivers targetted results against KPIs.
Our feature charity for this breakfast is Centre 81 who are based in Great Yarmouth and provide community transport and have a skills and activity centre for adults with a range of disabilities. Their motto is Ability Not Disability.