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Every week we bring you an eclectic mix of information sessions, networking events, Every week we bring you an eclectic mix of information sessions, networking events, workshops, panel sessions and training sessions with some of the top local business workshops, panel sessions and training sessions with some of the top local business professionals from an array of different industries. professionals from an array of different industries. Each event is designed to offer invaluable up-to-date information tailored to our attendee’s Each event is designed to offer invaluable up-to-date information tailored to our attendee’s wants and needs, as well as networking opportunities to help you grow your business. wants and needs, as well as networking opportunities to help you grow your business. With many events held online and across Kent, you’re sure to find the right one for your With many events held online and across Kent, you’re sure to fin business. d the right one for your business.

Networking and Networking and Alpaca Walking at The Alpaca Walking at The Lost Gardens Lost Gardens

A magical 11-acre rare species A magical 11-acre rare species woodland that hosts one of the country’s woodland that hosts one of the country’s best selection of rhododendrons, best selection of rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias and conifers. azaleas, camellias and conifers. The beautiful scenery makes for a The beautiful scenery makes for a perfect location for this laid-back perfect location for this laid-back networking event, as we explore the networking event, as we explore the woodlands and embark on a gentle woodlands and embark on a gentle walk through The Lost Garden’s historic walk through The Lost Garden’s historic ancient woodlands and gardens. ancient woodlands and gardens.

Thursday 21st April 2022 Thursday 21st April 2022 10:30am - 12:30pm 10:30am - 12:30pm Members: £20.00 + VAT Members: £20.00 + VAT Non-Members: £25.00 + VAT Non-Members: £25.00 + VAT

Networking, Tour and Networking, Tour and Wine Tasting at Wine Tasting at Hush Heath Estate Hush Heath Estate

Learn about the secrets of the Hush Learn about the secrets of the Hush Heath Estate history whilst a Heath Estate history whilst a knowledgeable tour guide brings to life knowledgeable tour guide brings to life some fascinating stories from their past. some fascinating stories from their past. The event includes a being shown to the The event includes a being shown to the private mezzanine in the tasting room private mezzanine in the tasting room where guests will be immersed into the where guests will be immersed into the world of winemaking as our Head world of winemaking as our Head Winemaker, Fergus Elias, talks through Winemaker, Fergus Elias, talks through the winemaking process in a short film. the winemaking process in a short film.

Thursday 19th May 2022 Thursday 19th May 2022 10:30am - 12:30pm 10:30am - 12:30pm Members: £20.00 + VAT Members: £20.00 + VAT Non-Members: £25.00 + VAT Non-Members: £25.00 + VAT

Virtual Business Networking

Virtual Business Networking Tuesday 12th April Tuesday 12th April

An Audience With The Archbishop of Canterbury

An Audience With The Archbishop of Canterbury Wednesday 13th April | Picture House, Ashford Wednesday 13th April | Picture House, Ashford

Cyber Security: Cyber Security: How To Stay Vigilant and Business Safe

How To Stay Vigilant and Business Safe Tuesday 19th April Tuesday 19th April

Business Talks: Networking and Alpaca Walking

Business Talks: Networking and Alpaca Walking Thursday 21st April | Lost Gardens, Sevenoaks Thursday 21st April | Lost Gardens, Sevenoaks

Correct Use Of Tariff Classifications Including Correct Use Of Tariff Classifications Including Importer And Exporter Obligations

Importer And Exporter Obligations Tuesday 26th April Tuesday 26th April

Virtual Business Networking

Virtual Business Networking Tuesday 26th April Tuesday 26th April

Employment Law Update

Employment Law Update Thursday 28th April Thursday 28th April

Kent Construction Focus Group (KCFG)

Kent Construction Focus Group (KCFG) Tuesday 3rd May Tuesday 3rd May

Chamber Connections Networking

Chamber Connections Networking Thursday 5th May | Mercure Dartford, Dartford Thursday 5th May | Mercure Dartford, Dartford

Virtual Business Networking

Virtual Business Networking Tuesday 10th May Tuesday 10th May

Business Vision Live

Business Vision Live Wednesday 11th May | Kent Event Centre, Detling Wednesday 11th May | Kent Event Centre, Detling

We Are Listening: Cyber Security Workshop

We Are Listening: Cyber Security Workshop Tuesday 17th May | Kent Invicta Chamber, Ashford Tuesday 17th May | Kent Invicta Chamber, Ashford

Business Talks: Networking, Tour and Wine Tasting

Business Talks: Networking, Tour and Wine Tasting Thursday 19th May | Hush Heath Estate, Staplehurst Thursday 19th May | Hush Heath Estate, Staplehurst

Virtual Business Networking

Virtual Business Networking Tuesday 24th May Tuesday 24th May

We Are Listening: Wellbeing Workshop

We Are Listening: Wellbeing Workshop Thursday 26th May | Kent Invicta Chamber, Ashford Thursday 26th May | Kent Invicta Chamber, Ashford

Hosted by members of the KCFG committee, Cheryl Causebrook Hosted by members of the KCFG committee, Cheryl Causebrook and Ella Brocklebank, we bring you KCFG Live! Hosted by members of the KCFG committee, Cheryl Causebrook and Ella Brocklebank, we bring you KCFG Live! and Ella Brocklebank, we bring you KCFG Live! The Kent Construction Focus Group (KCFG) is a one-stop-shop for The Kent Construction Focus Group (KCFG) is a one-stop-shop for local businesses to discuss the future of Kent development, giving companies access to local knowledge, expertise and contracts. The Kent Construction Focus Group (KCFG) is a one-stop-shop for local businesses to discuss the future of Kent development, giving companies access to local knowledge, expertise and contracts. local businesses to discuss the future of Kent development, giving companies access to local knowledge, expertise and contracts. KCFG promotes the future role of Kent land development and KCFG promotes the future role of Kent land development and construction businesses in the growth and development of Kent and its environment. KCFG promotes the future role of Kent land development and construction businesses in the growth and development of Kent and its environment. construction businesses in the growth and development of Kent and its environment. The session will start promptly at 7:30am for a chance to be put The session will start promptly at 7:30am for a chance to be put into breakout rooms and network with the other attendees. The session will start promptly at 7:30am for a chance to be put into breakout rooms and network with the other attendees. into breakout rooms and network with the other attendees. The first Tuesday of every month

The first Tuesday of every month 7:30am - 9:30am | The Village Hotel, Maidstone KCFG Members: £20.00 + VAT | Non-Members: £30.00 + VAT The first Tuesday of every month 7:30am - 9:30am | The Village Hotel, Maidstone KCFG Members: £20.00 + VAT | Non-Members: £30.00 + VAT 7:30am - 9:30am | The Village Hotel, Maidstone KCFG Members: £20.00 + VAT | Non-Members: £30.00 + VAT Correct Use Of Tariff Classifications

Correct Use Of Tariff Classifications Including Importer And Exporter Obligations Correct Use Of Tariff Classifications Including Importer And Exporter Obligations Including Importer And Exporter Obligations There are many steps in the supply process, all of which contribute There are many steps in the supply process, all of which contribute to the eventual cost which should be covered by a comprehensive quotation. Just as important is using the correct tariff code for imports or exports. There are many steps in the supply process, all of which contribute to the eventual cost which should be covered by a comprehensive quotation. Just as important is using the correct tariff code for imports or exports. to the eventual cost which should be covered by a comprehensive quotation. Just as important is using the correct tariff code for imports or exports. The course will look at the process for determining the code that The course will look at the process for determining the code that fits the product and for obtaining binding decisions in order to avoid disagreements and will go through the quotation process in considerable detail so that practitioners have a thorough view of what the requirements are. The course will look at the process for determining the code that fits the product and for obtaining binding decisions in order to avoid disagreements and will go through the quotation process in considerable detail so that practitioners have a thorough view of what the requirements are. fits the product and for obtaining binding decisions in order to avoid disagreements and will go through the quotation process in considerable detail so that practitioners have a thorough view of what the requirements are. Tuesday 26th April 2022 | 9:30am - 1:00pm

Tuesday 26th April 2022 | 9:30am - 1:00pm Members: £56.25 + VAT | Non-Members: £67.50 + VAT Tuesday 26th April 2022 | 9:30am - 1:00pm Members: £56.25 + VAT | Non-Members: £67.50 + VAT Members: £56.25 + VAT | Non-Members: £67.50 + VAT

Virtual Business Networking is a bi-weekly, fun way of networking Virtual Business Networking is a bi-weekly, fun way of networking which is highly interactive, sparking interesting conversations and aims to bring like-minded people together, guide forward new ideas and form new business relationships. Virtual Business Networking is a bi-weekly, fun way of networking which is highly interactive, sparking interesting conversations and aims to bring like-minded people together, guide forward new ideas and form new business relationships. which is highly interactive, sparking interesting conversations and aims to bring like-minded people together, guide forward new ideas and form new business relationships. Conversation with our guest speaker will be followed by three breakout room Conversation with our guest speaker will be followed by three breakout room sessions where attendees can delve deeper into discussion, or discuss their own topic in more depth. Conversation with our guest speaker will be followed by three breakout room sessions where attendees can delve deeper into discussion, or discuss their own topic in more depth. sessions where attendees can delve deeper into discussion, or discuss their own topic in more depth.

Every other Tuesday | 10:30am - 12:00pm Every other Tuesday | 10:30am - 12:00pm Members: Free to attend | Non-Members: Free to attend Every other Tuesday | 10:30am - 12:00pm Members: Free to attend | Non-Members: Free to attend Members: Free to attend | Non-Members: Free to attend

Chamber Connections Chamber Connections Chamber Connections

These informal events will give you an opportunity to promote your business and make invaluable connections with local businesses in Kent. ‘Chamber Connections Networking’ is a new networking event, free to both members and non-members. These informal events will give you an opportunity to promote your business and make invaluable connections with local businesses in Kent. ‘Chamber Connections Networking’ is a new networking event, free to both members and non-members. These informal events will give you an opportunity to promote your business and make invaluable connections with local businesses in Kent. ‘Chamber Connections Networking’ is a new networking event, free to both members and non-members. Each month will be in a new location, so to be inclusive of all businesses in Kent. Each month will be in a new location, so to be inclusive of all businesses in Kent. Each month will be in a new location, so to be inclusive of all businesses in Kent. ‘It is not just who YOU know, its who they know – the power of connections!’ ‘It is not just who YOU know, its who they know – the power of connections!’ ‘It is not just who YOU know, its who they know – the power of connections!’

10:30am - 12:00pm Members: Free to attend | Non-Members: Free to attend 10:30am - 12:00pm Members: Free to attend | Non-Members: Free to attend 10:30am - 12:00pm Members: Free to attend | Non-Members: Free to attend

Over the past two years, the COVID-19 pandemic has dominated people management issues delaying or postponing a number of employment law changes. As we move further into 2022, this event will cover the employment law changes that employers need to be aware of: Over the past two years, the COVID-19 pandemic has dominated people management issues delaying or postponing a number of employment law changes. As we move further into 2022, this event will cover the employment law changes that employers need to be aware of: Over the past two years, the COVID-19 pandemic has dominated people management issues delaying or postponing a number of employment law changes. As we move further into 2022, this event will cover the employment law changes that employers need to be aware of: Developments in employment law and the likely impact on your workforce; practical guidance on how to prepare for changes; effects on HR policies and procedures and people management. Developments in employment law and the likely impact on your workforce; practical guidance on how to prepare for changes; effects on HR policies and procedures and people management. Developments in employment law and the likely impact on your workforce; practical guidance on how to prepare for changes; effects on HR policies and procedures and people management.

Thursday 28th April 2022 | 10:30am - 11:30am Members: Free to attend | Non-Members: Free to attend Thursday 28th April 2022 | 10:30am - 11:30am Members: Free to attend | Non-Members: Free to attend Thursday 28th April 2022 | 10:30am - 11:30am Members: Free to attend | Non-Members: Free to attend