Membership Benefits

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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS


We’re here to support your business... Membership of the Chamber is about us supporting your business and helping you flourish and grow in today’s markets. We welcome businesses large and small and understand that needs can be very different.

We focus our activity in 5 key areas:

PROTECTING YOUR BUSINESS

RAISING YOUR PROFILE

GROWING YOUR NETWORK

SHARING YOUR VIEWS

SAVING YOU MONEY


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Protecting your business INCLUDED IN ALL PACKAGES • FREE Chamber HR, H&S, Legal and Tax & Vat services - Free 750 downloadable documents - Free 24/7 telephone advice line - Legal Expenses Insurance • 3 months free trial of My Business Profile (Experian) • Health and Wellbeing Toolkit (Westfield Health) • Health at Hand - for all employees (AXA PPP Healthcare)

Contracts of employment

“We have been a member for a number of years and one of most beneficial benefits to us is the HR Service. We have used numerous HR letters and templates and implemented them in to our organisation. The helpline is also very beneficial giving us instant access to HR professionals to answer any queries and giving us peace of mind in an area that can be somewhat complex in any business.” Adam Claydon, Director Claydon Accountancy

GDPR Checklist

H&S Policy


Raising your profile DIAMOND (Includes Platinum, Gold and Silver Benefits) • 150 free leads with Experian’s ‘B2B Prospector’ per annum • Full page advertorial in one issue of The Bulletin • Company logo in each edition of The Bulletin • Enhanced listing on the Chamber’s Business Directory • Two free social media posts per month

Free data leads for all members

PLATINUM (Includes Gold and Silver Benefits) • GDPR Compliant Membership Database (Excel), updated quarterly • 100 free leads with Experian’s ‘B2B Prospector’ per annum • Company logo in each edition of The Bulletin • Video hosting on the Chamber’s YouTube channel and social media promotion GOLD (Includes Silver Benefits) • GDPR Compliant Membership Database, updated annually • 75 free leads with Experian’s ‘B2B Prospector’ per annum SILVER • Display the Chamber’s logo on your literature • Company profile on the Chamber’s Business Directory • Editorial opportunities through the Chamber’s website and The Bulletin • List a member to member offer on the Chamber website • 50 free leads with Experian’s ‘B2B Prospector’ per annum • Opportunities to dual brand promotional items for the Chamber’s use • Sponsorship and advertising opportunities • Framed membership certificate to display • Welcome post on social media

GDPR compliant membership database

Local brand awareness


Growing your network DIAMOND (Includes Platinum, Gold and Silver Benefits) • One to one meeting with our Chamber President and Chief Executive PLATINUM (Includes Gold and Silver Benefits) • Direct introductions to other members • Commercial partnership opportunities • One to one meeting with our Chief Executive • Invitation to our hospitality events GOLD (Includes Silver Benefits) • Event promotion through social media (T&Cs Apply) • Business introductions • Dedicated Account Manager SILVER • Access to networking events • Access to free seminars and forums • Opportunity to exhibit at Chamber Means Business • Member to member referrals • Tender opportunities from the Chamber

“The Chamber provides us with essential business services including referrals, introductions to key decision makers in other Chamber member companies, tailored networking events and training opportunities. Everyone we work with at the Chamber is professional, helpful, friendly and keen to ensure you get every benefit you should from being a member. We are proud to call ourselves Patrons and be part of a fantastic Chamber.” Rebecca Frain, Managing Director Electrical Safety UK Limited

Chamber events attract over 2,500 attendees per year


Sharing your views INCLUDED IN ALL PACKAGES • Weekly Chamber Membership Update E-Newsletter • Policy and Membership Action Group • Construction Forum • Transport Working Group • Women in Business Working Group • Skills Working Group • Quarterly Economic Survey • BCC UK Monthly Economic Review Data • Free access to MPs Forums and Budget Breakfasts • Links with local authorities

“The Chamber provides a truly bespoke set of opportunities for SME’s and Sole Traders, to have a voice and access to policy/representation which is normally reserved for much larger organisations. “Working with the Construction Forum enables businesses to have a true understanding of local contracts and innovation/changes in our region. It also provides a very effective networking platform with key decision makers from the Sheffield City Region.” Matt Travis, Director Enzygo Ltd

Women in Business campaigned for #BalanceforBetter, with over 150 guests attending the annual International Women’s Day celebrations.


Saving you money DIAMOND (Includes Platinum, Gold and Silver Benefits) • Free International Trade document rejections • Free event listing under ‘Member Events’ on the Chamber’s website PLATINUM (Includes Gold and Silver Benefits) • 50% off additional data purchases (Experian B2B Prospector) • Discounted tickets to the Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards • 20 free International Trade document rejections per annum GOLD (Includes Silver Benefits) • 40% off additional data purchases (Experian B2B Prospector) • Virtual office support • 5 free International Trade document rejections per annum SILVER • 20% off additional data purchases (Experian B2B Prospector) • Event listing under ‘Member Events’ on the Chamber’s website - £10 + vat • Discounted International Trade Services • Discounted Events and Training • Discounted Services through Chamber partners • Member to member offers • Free meeting room hire at the Chamber’s head office • Discounted Credit Reports

Save on average £83 per vehicle on roadside assistance with AA Fleet

Members have saved over £250,000 using the Chamber’s Discounted R&D Service.


Membership levels and costs Membership packages have been designed to include benefits and services to support your business. Please choose the level of membership which suits your business:

DIAMOND MEMBERSHIP

MONTHLY DD

PER ANNUM

£149.95 + VAT

£1795.00 + VAT

Package value over £12,000

GET IN TOUCH

PLATINUM MEMBERSHIP

£82.92 + VAT

£995.00 + VAT

GOLD MEMBERSHIP

£43.75 + VAT

£525.00 + VAT

SILVER MEMBERSHIP

£24.17 + VAT

£290.00 + VAT

Package value over £10,000

Package value over £6,500

Package value over £5,000

PATRONAGE Patronage of the Chamber is an exclusive bespoke package to suit the needs of the business. This is an exclusive level and caters for only one business per sector. OUR VALUED PATRONS

chartered accountants

Speak to a Membership Executive to discuss the needs of your business: 01226 491421 01709 386200 info@brchamber.co.uk


Events The Chamber has designed a calendar of events to suit the needs of members and the local business community.

There is something for everyone... • Networking • Exhibitions • Socials

• Business Awards • Forums • Workshops

T 01709 386204

E events@brchamber.co.uk

Training Chamber Skills Solutions works with quality specialist training providers to deliver training that meets requirements across all sectors and occupational areas.

Supporting you to create a better workforce... • Business & Personal Development • Construction • Engineering & Manufacturing • Finance & Accounting • First Aid • Health & Safety

• Hydraulics & Pneumatics • International Trade • Information Technology • Management & Supervision • Sales & Marketing

T 01709 386207

E training@brchamber.co.uk


External Affairs It’s our objective to ensure that your voice - whatever the size of your Business - is heard.

Get involved in our working groups... • Policy & Membership Action Group • Construction Plus • Manufacturing Forum

• Transport Working Group • Women In Business • Skills Working Group

Talk to us about getting involved with Working Groups. T 01709 386202

E policy@brchamber.co.uk

International Trade The Chamber offers a wide range of Export Services to help you trade and thrive in the International Market Place.

Helping you take your business global... • Documentation & Advice • Export Finance • Currency Exchange • Translation Services T 01709 386203 / 386218

• Training • Events • International Trade Partner Network • International Trade Forum E export@brchamber.co.uk


Barnsley Office: 01226 491421 Rotherham Office: 01709 386200

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