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CHAMBER JOINS THE HERD IN WORCESTER BIG PARADE 2021 Robert Elliot, Director of Business Engagement & Development
NEW DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT JOINS THE CHAMBER The Chamber are thrilled to announce the appointment of Robert Elliot who has joined the Chamber as the Director of Business Engagement & Development. Robert brings with him a wealth of business experience and expertise and has been working with businesses within the region for over 25 years. Most recently, Robert was President of Solihull Chamber of Commerce. Of his appointment, Robert said: “It is with excitement and determination that I am delighted to be joining the Chamber team. “I have been working with businesses in the region for 30 years and most recently was part of the transformation of Stone Manor Hotel in North Worcestershire. Over the last two years I have been President of Solihull Chamber of Commerce and as such have a clear understanding of the needs and priorities of our most important stakeholder, our members. “I thoroughly look forward to meeting the Patron Members, stakeholders and partners and collectively providing value and growth in a sustainable and forward thinking way.” If you are interested in Membership, click here to find out more.
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce are thrilled to be welcomed as another sponsor to get on board with St Richard’s Hospice’s Worcester Big Parade 2021 – an event which will see at least 30 elephant sculptures brightening up city streets, public spaces and shopping areas. The Chamber has sponsored a large elephant which – along with the rest of its herd – will be clothed in bespoke artwork designed by regional and national artists. Sharon Smith, CEO at Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce, said: “We’re delighted to be involved in Worcester’s Big Parade this year, having previously supported the giraffe trail through the city and which brings back many fond memories. “We’re looking forward to choosing another eye-catching design to grace our wonderful city and bring the whole community together once again.” The elephants will be joined by around 35 calf sculptures – smaller, but crafted just as creatively, by students and teachers in local schools. To get involved visit www. worcestersbigparade.co.uk/get-involved
(from L to R): Sara Matthews, St Richard’s Hospice, Sharon Smith & Dawn Hardman, Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce
Caption: Artwork created as a part of the Chamber Time to Talk Day activities
TIME TO CHANGE CHAMPIONS ORGANISE VIRTUAL EXERCISE FOR TIME TO TALK DAY Time to Talk Day is one of the biggest days on the mental health calendar: it’s a chance for all of us to be more open about mental health – to talk, to listen, to change lives. The more conversations we have, the more myths we can bust and barriers we can break down – helping to end the isolation, shame and worthlessness that too many people with mental health problems are made to feel. This #TimetoTalkDay the Chamber’s Time to Change Champions organised a fun virtual activity to keep the team in high spirits and encourage discussions about mental health with some great stories and ideas for keeping occupied during lockdown! With mental health and wellbeing being spotlighted more than ever due to increased working from home and the environment we are faced with due to the pandemic it has never been more important to encourage open and honest discussion with members of your team. To find out more please visit www.time-to-change.org.uk
CHAMBER WEAR RED IN SUPPORT OF GRACE KELLY CHILDHOOD CANCER TRUST
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On Friday 12 February the Chamber team dressed in red to support Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust’s Wear Red Day. A day of action and support which encourages schools, businesses and individuals to wear red and donate to support to the charity’s fight against childhood cancer.
children and young adults receive this life
Childhood cancer is the most common medical cause of death of children in the UK. Every year, just under 4,000
parents and clinicians, provide support to
changing diagnosis. The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust is working to raise awareness of childhood cancer and the signs and symptoms with which it may present. They produce educational resources for families and fund research into rare solid tumours of childhood.
Thanks to the Chamber staff who also donated to support the great efforts of the charity. To donate to the wonderful cause please visit www.gkcct.org/donate.
March/April 2021
