Protos Networks & Cisco to title sponsor Oktoberfest season finale at Chester Racecourse

Chester Racecourse has secured Protos Networks, alongside Cisco, as title sponsor of the Oktoberfest Season Finale on Saturday 21 September.

The Chester-based cyber security services specialist, which keeps organisations connected and protected, is a nextgen Cisco Premier Partner, founded by network security engineers with years of experience in the corporate, public and defence sectors.

Named Business of the Year at the West Cheshire and North Wales Chamber of Commerce Annual Ball and Recognition Awards last year, Protos Networks enlightens and empowers businesses with bespoke, secure automated solutions.

The sponsorship of Chester’s final race day of 2024, to be referred to as the Oktoberfest Season Finale in partnership with Protos Networks & Cisco, offers new opportunities to connect with both businesses and guests.

Kate Dawson, Commercial Director at Chester Racecourse, said:

“We’re delighted to secure Protos Networks & Cisco as the title sponsor of this year’s Oktoberfest Season Finale. As an award-winning, Chester-based business driving innovational change in their sector, Protos Networks share many of our values and are committed to supporting the business community.”

Damien Sansom, Sales Director at Protos Networks, said:

“We’re excited to be the title sponsor in partnership with Cisco for this year’s Oktoberfest at Chester Racecourse. This event allows us to celebrate with our community, showcase our brand and connect with our clients in a fun and vibrant setting that is ideal for networking opportunities.”

Chester Racecourse’s Business Development Manager, Nicola Myers, first met Protos Networks’ Managing Director, Joe Joinson, at a Chamber networking event in 2018 and have built a strong relationship since then.

Nicola explains: “I have made many valuable connections throughout my time as a member of the Chamber, with Protos Networks being a prime example, and I was very keen for the Racecourse to get back involved when I became BDM.”

“I remembered what a great way to connect with local businesses it was and I have been pleased with connections made since. This includes strengthening the relationship with Protos, and forming a new relationship with Liverpool John Lennon Airport who are also now a key sponsor of ours too.”

Joe adds: "Joining the WCNW Chamber of Commerce in 2017, just a year after our inception, has been instrumental in Protos Networks' growth. The Chamber helped us build invaluable relationships and enhance our brand awareness through various networking events and PR opportunities.

“More recently, and as a direct result of an earlier introduction to Nicola, we have started working with the iconic Chester Racecourse, which has led to a meaningful partnership. The support and connections fostered by the Chamber have been key to our continued growth, proving that together, we truly are well connected."