Upcoming Events Events programme

17/09

Women In Leadership Lunch

THURSDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER

FANHAMS HALL HOTEL, WARE

11:45 – 14:15

MEMBERS: £50 +VAT

NON-MEMBERS: £60 +VAT

We are looking forward to our next Women in Leadership Lunch, sponsored by Branue, and hearing our speaker, Rosalind Bluestone MBE, Founder and CEO of Goods for Goods who will discuss her journey from Watford to Windsor Castle (…via Moldova & Ukraine).

Come along to Fanhams Hall Hotel at Ware and enjoy a delicious lunch, a chance to catch up with existing business contacts and use the opportunity to meet and network with new potential clients.

19/09

SEPTEMBER CHAMBER LUNCH

THURSDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER

DYRHAM PARK COUNTRY CLUB, BARNET

11:45 – 14:15

MEMBERS: £50 +VAT

NON-MEMBERS: £60 +VAT

Our guest speaker will be Rakesh Dua, CEO at DUA Accountancy and Business Consultancy who will discuss ‘Well-presented numbers…create opportunities’.

Often it is not clear what the results or key numbers are that matter, resulting in lack of interest from stakeholders. When the right picture of the financial status of a company is portrayed, opportunities are created. Rakesh will demonstrate, with practical examples, how this changes the outcomes for the internal team and for the company externally.

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION, BROXBOURNE!

TUESDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER

THE SPOTLIGHT THEATRE, HODDESDON

16:00 – 18:00

MEMBERS AND NON-MEMBERS: FREE

Join us and Broxbourne Borough Council for an inspiring evening dedicated to the thriving creative sector. This event promises to bring together key players and innovators in the industry.

Hear from representatives at The Hertfordshire Film Office, Hertfordshire Opportunities Portal (HOP), and Hertfordshire Futures as they share insights, opportunities and strategies for growth within the creative sector.

Adam Morley from Hertfordshire Futures will introduce the Create Growth Programme, offering unique opportunities and support for creative enterprises looking to expand and innovate.

Pippa Cawdron from the Hertfordshire Film Office will discuss how the office supports film and TV productions. Learn about their locations database, how they collaborate with local crew and facilities, and how your business can get involved.

Claire Scarisbrick from the Hertfordshire Opportunities Portal (HOP) will share insights into Creative Bootcamps, a fantastic initiative designed to help you hone your skills and thrive in the creative industry.

25/09

CREATIVE SERVICES SUMMIT

WEDNESDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER

SKY STUDIOS ELSTREE

16:00 – 18:00

MEMBERS: £30 +VAT

NON-MEMBERS: £40 +VAT

Join us for the Creative Services Summit, sponsored by Esprit Digital.

Our keynote speakers will be Sophie Owen Street, VP, Strategy and Business, Sky Studios Elstree and Peter Livesey, Co-founder and CEO, Esprit Digital.

Creative Services is a sector that has been high on the Chamber agenda for many years, as we recognise the importance of this industry to the county and the many companies within its associated supply chain. This year’s summit supports the work of Herts Chamber of Commerce on behalf of the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP), for which many of our members have provided valuable input.

27/09

Understanding Export

FRIDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

VIA ZOOM

09:30 – 12:30

MEMBERS: £365 +VAT

NON-MEMBERS: £425 +VAT

This online, British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) accredited course provides an overview of the complete export process and covers the key elements delegates would need to understand to start to formulate a successful export strategy. These procedures are explained in simple everyday terms and delegates leave equipped with a good understanding and knowledge of current best practice. The content includes:

• What is an export and the export process

• Standard export documents

• Why is it important to know where the UK has trade agreements

• What is a contract of sale and what is a purchase order

• What are Incoterms and the importance of using them in an international contract

• The importance of commodity/tariff codes in international trade

• Packaging, shipping marks and handling labels

• Understanding embargoes and sanctions and what type of goods are controlled

• The advantages of using and working with freight forwarders

• Proof of export

11/10

Wellbeing Conference

FRIDAY 11TH OCTOBER

BRE SCIENCE PARK, WATFORD

9:00 – 15:45

MEMBERS: £140 +VAT

NON-MEMBERS: £165 +VAT

We are delighted to be holding a Wellbeing Conference, designed to explore a number of topics covering both physical and mental health and their impact on economic, social and environmental wellbeing.

This conference, sponsored by Tarmac, will offer:

• Keynote speakers: Sharron Davies MBE, Olympic Medallist, Commonwealth and British Champion, and Russell Beck, Director of Inspiration, ImagineThinkDo Ltd.

• A choice of six breakout sessions covering topics including: stress management, environmental wellbeing, and legal responsibilities for the physical and mental health of your employees

• An interactive panel discussion

• An exhibition offering wellbeing-related products and services

• Extensive networking opportunities

• Breakfast, lunch and refreshments

27/09

OFFICE PROFESSIONALS

NETWORK LUNCH

FRIDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

CROMWELL HOTEL, STEVENAGE

12:00 – 14:00

MEMBERS: FREE

NON-MEMBERS: £15 +VAT

Office Professionals Network is designed for office professionals, including personal assistants, executive assistants, virtual assistants, and office managers/ executives, offering the opportunity to share ideas and thoughts with other like-minded colleagues over a delicious buffet lunch, and experience some of Hertfordshire’s beautiful venues.

Our speaker Elise Williams, Director of Impact, Mindset Development Group, will discuss the importance of mental fitness and how to thrive through the challenges and opportunities of work and wider life.

17/10

OCTOBER CHAMBER LUNCH

THURSDAY 17TH OCTOBER

KNEBWORTH BARNS, KNEBWORTH

11:45 – 14:15

MEMBERS: £50 +VAT

NON-MEMBERS: £60 +VAT

Join us at the October Chamber Lunch, sponsored by Tollers solicitors, where our guest speaker will be Paul Doherty, Procurement Director at Heathrow Airport. Come along to this event for a delicious lunch, a chance to catch up with existing business contacts and use the opportunity to meet and network with new potential clients.