Come along to the free launch of Norfolk Skills and Careers Festival on Monday 8 January 2018, 8am-9am at The Ideas Factory, Norwich. Join us to learn more about the festival and network with business over a coffee and pastry.
Hear from the organisers of the region’s largest careers events, as well as students who have been involved and learn how you can help to inspire, motivate students.
Find out how your business can support this non-for-profit event by taking an exhibition stand, sponsoring or volunteering.
Be part of the largest skills and careers event in Norfolk, with 70 employers, 4,500 students, 100+ careers represented across the two days. The event takes place 7 & 8 March 2018 at Norfolk Showground. For more about the festival visit https://norfolkskills.co.uk
Join us for a morning of Christmas fun and networking!This event is designed to help you make the right contacts ready for the New Year. In a relaxed setting, you’ll be able to enjoy a delicious breakfast whilst enjoying some themed networking activities to help you break the ice.
You can also bring a present to place under the Christmas tree for Break Charity!
DON’T FORGET:We are also having a Christmas Jumper Competition! Wear your best and you could win an early Christmas gift from Norfolk Chamber!
A delegate list and agenda will be emailed to you two days prior to this event, please ensure you register early to feature on the published delegate list.
Unfortunately this event is now fully booked. To be added to a cancellation list, please email details to [email protected]. Thank you.
This year’s Annual Conference will bring together senior decision-makers, business leaders, young entrepreneurs and opinion formers, to discuss a number of key themes, including the Future of the Workforce, The Future of UK Trade, Managing Business Risk in uncertain times, and Diversity in the Workforce. The event also falls on International Women’s Day and this will form a theme throughout the day.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to network with businesses across the U.K and hear from expert speakers, who last year included Rt Hon Boris Johnson MP (Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs) George Osborne MP (former Chancellor of the Exchequer), Greg Clark MP (Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy), Andy Street CBE (Conservative Mayoral Candidate for the West Midlands), John Holland-Kaye (CEO, Heathrow) and Liz Nicholl (CEO, UK sport).
Join us for a free special networking lunch for your chance to connect with other businesses in West Norfolk. There’ll be plenty of opportunities to meet like-minded businesses, share bright ideas and expand your professional network. Also hear about Norfolk Chamber’s exciting new plans to enhance its involvement, presence and service offering in West Norfolk providing better member benefits for businesses in the region. We’ll be joined by guest speaker, Matt Sykes, an expert trainer with over 20 years of sales experience. Matt will guide you through the right way to approach networking events and equip you with top tips on promoting yourself and your organisation, generating more sales leads and effectively following up with your new found contacts. This event is open to businesses with a registered premises or those that operate in West Norfolk. Book your free place today
Book a stand
Interested in taking an exhibition stand at this event? The stand package is £75+VAT and includes your event ticket. Email us
Join Norfolk Chamber for our business breakfast in Norwich. In usual Chamber style, we will be providing:
A luxury Norwich venue
Lots of coffee and a full English breakfast
Our trademark networking activities
Hear from Laura Watling Memberships manager at Liftshare who will be speaking on the subject of the Norwich Sharing City campaign.
The rest is up to you! You will meet lots of other Chamber members at popular, and often sold out, Norwich Breakfast and hopefully leave having made new business connections.
Book a stand
So far, we have the following business taking a stand and allowing our delegates to find out a bit more about the work they do in Norfolk:
Interested in 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 logo in front of our 900+ members and more! Sole sponsorship is £550+VAT. More information here
This event is now Fully Booked. We’re bringing back the annual After Hours Event, our Pub Quiz. We’re inviting Chamber members to popular destination, Earlham Arms in Norwich’s Golden Triangle, for an evening which will put your general knowledge to the test and where you’ll enjoy getting to know your work colleagues and fellow Chamber members a little better. The evening will also include a variety of quiz rounds presented by Chamber staff, wine and tapas!
So rally up a team (of up to 6 people) from your workplace and join us for a night of Trivia and Tapas at our Pub Quiz! We will also be putting together mixed teams, so if you fancy coming along in small groups or as an individual you will be joining forces with your fellow Norfolk Chamber members!
Join Norfolk Chamber for a new event series in King’s Lynn that delivers expert led training sessions by Norfolk Chamber members. Start your morning with 30 minutes of networking over coffee and pastries, followed by a free 60 minute training seminar to boost your business performance. Free to attend. Open to Norfolk Chamber members and non-members for a limited time. Hear from Martin Peckitt from Plumstudy Education as he examines the fundamental purpose of using project management and will provide guidance on how to practically utilise new skills back in your workplace. This session will also briefly explore how to manage your time and plan more effectively using project management methodology.
Workplace wellbeing has a direct correlation to engagement, performance, motivation, and satisfaction – but how can you develop an approach that truly embeds wellbeing within your culture? In this session Michelle Gant, The Engaging People Company will help you find out how you can develop your own targeted approach to wellbeing and get practical tips and ideas to improve workplace wellbeing within your own organisation. This session is open to both Chamber members and non-members in West Norfolk and will be delivered by Michelle Gant, The Engaging People Company. About Michelle: Michelle Gant is the Director of The Engaging People Company which is built upon her passionate belief that happy, engaged people create business success. She is committed to supporting organisations to protect and maintain wellbeing and to create a culture where people are empowered to talk about their wellbeing. Michelle is also a qualified and experienced coach and believes coaching is a powerful tool for wellbeing.
With our After Hours series we like to take you to all the new and exciting hot-spots around the city. This summer, Norfolk Chamber are taking you to Chambers Cocktail Company for a fun evening of networking with a twist! You’ll get the chance to try your hand at making one of their delicious cocktails from their new menu – and that’s not the best part! We’ll also bring you a fresh delivery from Brick Pizza to enjoy whilst you network with fellow Norfolk Businesses. Bring your colleagues, clients and fellow business relations for an informal evening of entertainment and good food. Cocktails, pizza and new business relationships… what more could you want?! The team at Chambers Cocktail Company have trained and worked in some of the most exclusive bars and hotels around the country. They are experts in making new flavours and unique serving styles to give you a memorable experience. Check out Chambers Cocktail Company.
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.
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
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.