Chamber Events

This course is an introductory overview to the process, key terminology and procedures for exporting. This will provide a basic understanding from your first enquiry and possible hurdles on the export journey.

• Learners will understand:
• What is an export
• Tariff codes – how to classify your goods
• Sales contract
• Export packing and regulations including: embargoes, sanctions and export licenses
• Export documentation
• Free Trade Agreements
• Incoterms brief

This expert led course is part of the accredited BCC Foundation Award in International Trade. Each session will be followed by a short assessment to complete the training module, completing six modules earns the BCC Award in International Trade.

Price
Member: £280 Non-Member: £350
All prices excluding VAT

To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to [email protected].

For more trade training modules: https://norfolkchamber.co.uk/chamber-events/

In the event you are no longer able to attend this training course, please note you must cancel or request a transfer of your place at least 7 working days before the course. The cancellation must be in writing and sent to [email protected] indicating the name of the course you are cancelling for and delegate(s) details.

If a booking is not cancelled and the delegate does not attend, full event costs will still apply.

Charities United: Unlocking Skills & Apprenticeships for the Sector

Emma and I are thrilled to invite you to our June Charities United gathering in partnership with City College Norwich, focused on training and apprenticeship opportunities for Norfolk’s charities.

This event is especially relevant for those in leadership roles, HR, or workforce planning – with a spotlight on how apprenticeships can support management and supervisory development in the voluntary sector.

What to expect:

• 10am – Arrival, refreshments & networking

• 10.30am – Hear from City College experts and charity staff currently undertaking apprenticeships
  – Discover how your organisation can access funded training opportunities – often at little or no cost
  – Learn how Apprenticeships Norfolk’s Levy Support Scheme is unlocking vital funding for smaller charities
  – Q&A plus a short tour of Norfolk House

• 11.30am – More networking & a chance to speak to college staff 1:1

Whether you’re new to apprenticeships or looking to develop your team, this is a warm, welcoming and informative space for charities to connect and learn.

Access: Norfolk House is a fully accessible venue just a short walk from Norwich city centre. Reserved parking available upon request.

Export documentation helps businesses move goods more efficiently and can financially benefit both parties in the process. HMRC requires exporters to demonstrate compliance, even if the process is outsourced to agents or forwarders, failing to do so could incur time & financial costs.

This course focuses on what export documents are, what is required, and the benefits of best practices for exporting.

Learners will:

• Sources of information on documentary requirements.

• The importance of trade deals.

• The documentation necessary for international consignments.

• The required information to complete a document.

• The role of origin and preference documents.

• What is proof of export, and what documents to use.

This expert led course is part of the accredited BCC Foundation Award in International Trade. Each session will be followed by a short assessment to complete the training module, completing six modules earns the BCC Award in International Trade.

Price
Member: £280 Non-Member: £350 
All prices excluding VAT

To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to [email protected].

For more trade training modules: https://norfolkchamber.co.uk/chamber-events/

In the event you are no longer able to attend this training course, please note you must cancel or request a transfer of your place at least 7 working days before the course. The cancellation must be in writing and sent to [email protected] indicating the name of the course you are cancelling for and delegate(s) details.

If a booking is not cancelled and the delegate does not attend, full event costs will still apply.

Commodity codes are used worldwide to determine the customs duty and other charges levied on the goods when importing and exporting. They also determine any preferential treatments or restrictions and prohibitions that may apply to the goods and are used for monitoring trade volumes and applying international trade measures.

This virtual half-day course will provide an insight into what commodity codes are and how getting them wrong can have a big impact on your business.

By attending this course we will ensure you:

• Are aware of what a commodity code is and what it is used for
• Understand the process of how to classify goods
• Successfully classify a range of goods
• Understand the importance of getting your commodity codes correct.

Price
Member: £200 Non-Member: £250 
All prices excluding VAT

To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to [email protected].

For more trade training modules: https://norfolkchamber.co.uk/chamber-events/

In the event you are no longer able to attend this training course, please note you must cancel or request a transfer of your place at least 7 working days before the course. The cancellation must be in writing and sent to [email protected] indicating the name of the course you are cancelling for and delegate(s) details.

If a booking is not cancelled and the delegate does not attend, full event costs will still apply.

Be HubHappy at our Summer Breakfast Gathering!

Join us on Friday 31st July as we celebrate the summer season with our relaxed networking breakfast. Start your day with great company, great coffee, and the kind of connections that make business in Norfolk special.

A Sunny Start to Your Friday Morning

Kick off your morning surrounded by fellow business professionals in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a delicious summer breakfast spread, freshly brewed bean-to-cup coffee, and perhaps an iced coffee option to keep you cool – the perfect refreshment for summer networking in the heart of Norwich City Centre.

Whether you’re a loyal member or joining us for the first time, this is your chance to connect with new contacts, catch up with familiar faces, and expand your professional network before the August holidays begin.

Summer Connections, Year-Round Benefits

As we head towards the summer break, there’s no better time to strengthen your professional relationships and set yourself up for a successful second half of the year. Meet fellow business owners, share insights, and discover new opportunities in our relaxed, friendly environment.

Thank You to Our Official Hub Club Sponsors

We’re incredibly grateful to the team at Naked Marketing for their continued support as the official sponsor of our Hub Club events. Without Naked in our corner, these successful networking gatherings simply wouldn’t happen. Their ongoing partnership means we can keep bringing Norfolk’s business community together throughout the year – even through the summer months when connection matters most.

What to Expect

• Fresh summer breakfast treats and pastries
• Bean-to-cup coffee (hot or iced – your choice!)
• Meaningful conversations with Norfolk’s business community
• A chance to explore the Norfolk Chambers Business Hub if you’ve never been before
• Direct access to the Norfolk Chambers team to discuss membership, events, and local business issues
• A relaxed, inclusive atmosphere where professionals come to connect, and stay for the bacon

Perfect for: Existing members reconnecting before the holidays, non-members wanting to experience what we’re all about, business owners seeking new contacts, and anyone who believes that great business happens over great conversations – summer edition!

Extend Your Morning – Members, Co-Working Desks Are Included

Why rush off after breakfast? As a member, your desk access is included with your membership at no extra cost. Stick around and make a full morning of it – catch up on emails, take client calls, or simply enjoy the air-conditioned comfort of the Hub before heading out into the summer sunshine.

We look forward to seeing you on 31st July!

Customs procedures are used to maintain, manage, and regulate the flow of goods across our border. It is the businesses responsibility to ensure documentation is correct, so compliance is vital to ensure you do not incur any additional costs, time delays or penalties.

International business needs to know what HMRC expects from traders, and this course is designed to give an overview of Customs procedures and the requirements needed to satisfy customs.

Learners will:

-Have an understanding of the role of HMRC, Origin and EC trade.

-Have an understanding of Customs Procedures and UK Trade Tariff.

-Understand Universal Customs Code (UCC), duties and taxes applicable.

This expert led course is part of the accredited BCC Foundation Award in International Trade. Each session will be followed by a short assessment to complete the training module, completing six modules earns the BCC Award in International Trade.

Price
Member: £200 Non-Member: £250 
All prices excluding VAT

To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to [email protected].

For more trade training modules: https://norfolkchamber.co.uk/chamber-events/

In the event you are no longer able to attend this training course, please note you must cancel or request a transfer of your place at least 7 working days before the course. The cancellation must be in writing and sent to [email protected] indicating the name of the course you are cancelling for and delegate(s) details.

If a booking is not cancelled and the delegate does not attend, full event costs will still apply.

Certain trade agreements allow goods to enter the market with preferential or zero duty, depending on the “origin” of their goods.

For example, if 50% of the good is domestically made, it will have favoured access to S. Korea. As members of the EU, European content counts as domestically sourced, so Brexit will have significant implications.

This course will detail an explanation on current preference and non-preference rules of origin, their implications for traders and guidance on how to establish origin.

The learner will know:

• The importance and compliance for origin.

• How to establish non preferential rules of origin.

• Preferential rule of origin & origin documentation.

• Cumulation of Origin.

• Supplier Declarations.

This expert led course is part of the accredited BCC Foundation Award in International Trade. Each session will be followed by a short assessment to complete the training module, completing six modules earns the BCC Award in International Trade.

Price
Member: £200 Non-Member: £250 
All prices excluding VAT

To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to [email protected].

For more trade training modules: https://norfolkchamber.co.uk/chamber-events/

In the event you are no longer able to attend this training course, please note you must cancel or request a transfer of your place at least 7 working days before the course. The cancellation must be in writing and sent to [email protected] indicating the name of the course you are cancelling for and delegate(s) details.

If a booking is not cancelled and the delegate does not attend, full event costs will still apply.

🌟 Save the Date – Charities United is back for 2026!
Join us for our next quarterly Charities United on Tuesday September 22nd for a space to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the amazing work happening across Norfolk’s charity and CIC sector.

📣 Calling all local charities and CICs!
Do you have a venue you’d love to showcase? Or a project, initiative or story to share? We’re looking for hosts and speakers for our 2026 Charities United events.

This is your chance to:
🏛️ Show off your space
🎤 Share what you’re up to
🤝 Simply connect with sector colleagues and partners

📬 If you’re interested in speaking, hosting or sharing, drop us a message – we’d love to hear from you! 

Be HubHappy at our Autumn Breakfast Gathering!

Join us on Friday 11th December as autumn settles over Norfolk with our cosy networking breakfast. Start your day with great company, great coffee, and great connections.

Kick off your morning surrounded by fellow business professionals in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a delicious autumn breakfast spread, freshly brewed bean-to-cup coffee, and our seasonal special: a maple leaf flavoured coffee – the perfect warming drink as the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to turn.

Whether you’re a loyal member or joining us for the first time, this is your chance to connect with new contacts, catch up with familiar faces, and expand your professional network in a relaxed, seasonal setting in the heart of Norwich City Centre.

Autumn Connections for Year-End Success

As we move into the final quarter of the year, there’s no better time to strengthen your professional relationships and set yourself up for a strong finish to 2026. Meet fellow business owners, share insights, and discover new opportunities in our warm, inviting environment.

Thank You to Our Official Hub Club Sponsors

We’re incredibly grateful to the team at Naked Marketing for their continued support as the official sponsor of our Hub Club events. Without Naked in our corner, these successful networking gatherings simply wouldn’t happen. Their ongoing partnership means we can keep bringing Norfolk’s business community together throughout the year – even as the seasons change and we head towards the busy year-end period.

What to Expect

• Seasonal autumn breakfast treats and pastries
• Bean-to-cup coffee and maple leaf flavoured seasonal specials
• Meaningful conversations with Norfolk’s business community
• A chance to explore the Norfolk Chambers Business Hub if you’ve never been before
• Direct access to the Norfolk Chambers team to discuss membership, events, and local business issues
• A cosy, inclusive atmosphere where professionals come to connect, and stay for the bacon

Perfect for: Existing members reconnecting as we head into Q4, non-members wanting to experience what we’re all about, business owners seeking new contacts, and anyone who believes that great business happens over great conversations – especially with a warming autumn coffee in hand!

Extend Your Morning – Members, Co-Working Desks Are Included

Why rush off after breakfast? As a member, your desk access is included with your membership at no extra cost. Stick around and make a full morning of it – catch up on emails, take client calls, or continue those conversations you’ve just started in the cosy autumn atmosphere of the Hub.

We look forward to seeing you on 25th September!

This course is an introductory overview to the process, key terminology and procedures for exporting. This will provide a basic understanding from your first enquiry and possible hurdles on the export journey.

Incoterms Rules are vital in determining who is responsible for the risks and costs of international trade at each step of the process. They may be used to frame contract discussions, negotiations or checklist for buys and sellers.

All parties should have a clear understanding of the rules to minimise disruption or disputes. This course is aimed at those with no prior knowledge, or looking for a refresh on Incoterms.

Learners will:

• The purpose and functions of Incoterms

• Features of Incoterms 2020

• The pros and cons of each, to help determine best use.

• Sources of help and information on Incoterms

This expert led course is part of the accredited BCC Foundation Award in International Trade. Each session will be followed by a short assessment to complete the training module, completing six modules earns the BCC Award in International Trade.

Price
Member: £280 Non-Member: £350
All prices excluding VAT

To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to [email protected].

For more trade training modules: https://norfolkchamber.co.uk/chamber-events/

In the event you are no longer able to attend this training course, please note you must cancel or request a transfer of your place at least 7 working days before the course. The cancellation must be in writing and sent to [email protected] indicating the name of the course you are cancelling for and delegate(s) details.

If a booking is not cancelled and the delegate does not attend, full event costs will still apply.

This course will cover the documentation and procedures of importing, as well as understanding the benefits of knowing the process. The learner will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of import documentation& procedures

• Identify customs regimes and import controls

• Determine how much VAT & Duty is payable.

• Know where to get additional information & assistance

Each session will be followed by an assessment.

Price
Member: £280 Non-Member: £350 
All prices excluding VAT

To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to [email protected].

For more trade training modules: https://norfolkchamber.co.uk/chamber-events/

In the event you are no longer able to attend this training course, please note you must cancel or request a transfer of your place at least 7 working days before the course. The cancellation must be in writing and sent to [email protected] indicating the name of the course you are cancelling for and delegate(s) details.

If a booking is not cancelled and the delegate does not attend, full event costs will still apply.

Do you want to drive international growth and boost your sales? Our “Agents and Distributors” course makes it simple. Tailored for sales teams, administrators, and managers, this course provides the essential knowledge you need to expand your business overseas.

Price
Member: £200 Non-Member: £250 
All prices excluding VAT

To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to [email protected].

For more trade training modules: https://norfolkchamber.co.uk/chamber-events/

In the event you are no longer able to attend this training course, please note you must cancel or request a transfer of your place at least 7 working days before the course. The cancellation must be in writing and sent to [email protected] indicating the name of the course you are cancelling for and delegate(s) details.

If a booking is not cancelled and the delegate does not attend, full event costs will still apply.