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After Hours Networking – Wine and Beer Tasting Date: Time:


14 November 17.30 – 20.00


Location: Connolly’s Wine, Dovehouse Parade, Olton, Solihull, B91 1BQ


Cost:


Members: £10.42 + VAT Non Members: £10.42 + VAT


Over 50 wines, spirits and craft beers are available for tasting at a networking event. Connolly’s experienced team of experts will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. Generous discounts will be available for orders placed on the night and there will be some interesting Christmas gift ideas for clients.


Members only exclusive shopping experience Date: Time:


21 November 17.30 – 21.00


Location: Hatton Shopping Village at Hatton Country World, Hatton, Warwickshire, CV35 8XA


Cost:


Members: Free of charge – Members only


This free event will be an excellent opportunity for Chamber members to enjoy an exclusive pre-Christmas shopping experience at Warwickshire’s hidden gem, Hatton Shopping Village. Hatton Shopping Village is nestled within charming converted Victorian farm buildings and has a peaceful, tranquil atmosphere evoking memories of yesteryear. Support local small businesses in


this exclusive pre-Christmas shopping experience with 10% off.


BURTON & DISTRICT CHAMBER


Chamber Breakfast and tour of St George's Park (the new National Football Centre) Date: 17 October Time: 08:00 – 10:00 Venue: St. George’s Park, Newborough Road, Burton-Upon- Trent, DE13 9PD Cost: Members: £15.00 + VAT Non-Members: £20.00 + VAT


St George's Park opened last month and received national and international media coverage. Situated in the heart of Staffordshire, the new home of English Football has opened its doors to the Birmingham Chamber Group members for this breakfast event and tour opportunity. There will also be speakers from both the FA and Hilton Hotels. This is expected to be a sell-out event so please book early.


CHASE CHAMBER


FREE Business Health Check – Business Advice Made Practical - Half day interactive workshop Date: Time:


19 October 09:30 – 12:00


Location: Chase Chamber, Point South, Park Plaza, Cannock WS12 2DB Free (Members Only)


Cost:


RealWorld Business Coaching is working in partnership with Birmingham Chamber of Commerce Group to deliver business support to SME businesses in the Midlands. This free half day workshop can be attended by a maximum of 8 delegates (average 6) and is suitable for small businesses with limited budgets and those looking for general guidance on how to manage all aspects of their businesses. The purpose of the workshop is for delegates to bring their own business challenges and to get immediate, practical advice that can be used immediately to improve their businesses performance.


LICHFIELD & TAMWORTH CHAMBER


HR Seminar – Hiring and Firing: Practical tips on how to recruit the right staff…and how to sack them if you get it wrong Date: Time:


25 October 12:00 - 14:30


Location: Keelys Solicitors, Dam Street, Lichfield, WS13 6AA £20.00 + VAT


Cost:


Recruiting the right staff is essential, but not easy. HR consultant Sue Green will offer practical advice while Paul Roberts, of Keelys LLP, will explain how to sack staff without falling foul of the employment tribunal. Buffet lunch is included.


Early Season Christmas Event at Costco with Derby & Notts Chamber Date: Time:


31 October


Venue: Costco Derby Cost:


17:30 – 19:30 Free of Charge


This free networking event provides firms with an excellent opportunity to network with other like-minded businesses from across the region. Sponsored by Costco Wholesale Derby, a cash and carry membership warehouse, members will have the opportunity to sample examples of some of the delicious foods on offer and take a tour of the store selling everything from groceries and electronics to clothing and cleaning supplies.


BIRMINGHAM CHAMBER EVENTS PARTNERS


NETWORKING & EVENTS NETWORKING NEWS


Future of motoring visits the Chamber


Mullock spoke about the growth of hybrid technology in vehicles which could help company car owners and fleet managers to save on company car fuel costs. Victoria Clarke, area business development manager for Toyota UK,


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demonstrated Sytner’s iphone/ipad technology. Georgina Taylor, business development manager at Sytner Lexus,


provided information on a new scheme which the company is launching to Chamber members. Sytner Affinity is an exclusive programme which gives members access to over 25 brands and over 5,000 competitively priced approved used vehicles through an online used car locator. Competitive finance packages are available and a current vehicle can be accepted in part exchange. Delegates took the opportunity to test drive the world’s first full


hybrid, the new Lexus CT, the RX and GS and the Toyota GT86, new Prius Plus and Prius plug-in.


Sponsor praises event


The latest Chamber Business Spotlight Breakfast took place in September, enabling delegates to promote their business, raise their profile and network over breakfast. Hayley Cashmore (pictured), managing director of the event sponsor Three Spires Consulting, said: “We were delighted to sponsor the event; it created a number of opportunites for my business and subsequently has led to several meetings with other delegates. I would highly recommend this event to other members.” The next Chamber Business Spotlight Breakfast event is being held on 22 November for details visit www.birmingham-chamber.com


usinesses were able to discover the future of motoring at an event held by Birmingham Chamber of Commerce and Sytner Group. Product trainer, Alan


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