Somerset Chamber of Commerce

There are just a handful of tickets left for our breakfast with Somerset Council's economic team! We will be joined by Paul Hickson – Service Director for Economy, Employment and Planning, and James Gilgrist – Head of Economic Prosperity. If you would like to know more about the council's plans for 2025, or if have you have questions about the authority's economic work, then this is your opportunity! Join us for breakfast at Taunton Racecourse on January 14 - book your place today: https://bit.ly/4fRcJPW David Crew Bill Revans Sallie Toomey Jenn Chidley-Sanders Annelise Cowie Natalie Hodgson Robert Dakin

Want to win more bids and tenders? Join us for our January Construction Connections event to hear from sponsor Curtis Bartlett, of Bartlett Bid Management, who has over 20 years of experience as a bid and proposals manager for contracting, construction and engineering firms.   Find out how to write a winning bid by standing out from the crowd – while also enjoying some construction-specific networking over a buffet lunch!   Construction Connections – ibis Bridgwater & Keepers Kitchen, Thursday, January 16, from 12 noon to 2pm.   Spaces are limited so book now: https://bit.ly/4995wbH David Crew Sallie Toomey Jenn Chidley-Sanders Natalie Hodgson Robert Dakin

The Somerset Chamber team will be signing off at 5pm today for the Christmas break until Monday, January 6! 🎅🎄 Thank you to everyone who has supported us during the year - it's an honour to work with so many incredible businesses, charities and organisations. Happy Christmas to all our Business Partners and Members and here's to more collaboration and partnerships in 2025! David Crew Sallie Toomey Jenn Chidley-Sanders Natalie Hodgson Robert Dakin Ollie Morgan

AI is already a huge part of our everyday lives but are you using it to boost your own business? Find out how you can seamlessly integrate AI into your company with our introduction to AI workshop with experts from Cosmic UK.   Discover the essentials of artificial intelligence, learn about practical tools like ChatGPT and explore how AI can streamline your operations, enhance customer interactions and boost your competitive edge.   Benefit from hands-on exercises, strategic insights and discussions tailored to the unique needs of business.   An introduction to AI, January 30, from 10am to 1pm.   Places are limited and early booking is advised: https://bit.ly/3ZrsS82 David Crew Sallie Toomey Jenn Chidley-Sanders Natalie Hodgson Robert Dakin

Help shape the county’s economic future - make sure you have your say!👇 David Crew Emma Warren Sallie Toomey Jenn Chidley-Sanders Natalie Hodgson Robert Dakin

It’s the biggest environmental project in Britain and will provide enough zero-carbon electricity for around six million homes – and it’s right on our doorstep! Somerset Chamber has been working with Hinkley Point C developer EDF (UK) for over a decade, so join us for an exclusive tour of this impressive project! Join us on Tuesday, February 18, to find out more about the construction work and the two new nuclear reactors which will power Hinkley Point C. Spaces are limited and these tours are always popular, so early booking is advised: https://bit.ly/4gKw2L1 David Crew Ollie Morgan Andrew Cockcroft Sallie Toomey Jenn Chidley-Sanders Natalie Hodgson Robert Dakin

Is your business making the most of Microsoft 365? Using the right licence and correct tools is a great starting point to drive the digital transformation of your business – saving you money in the process, too!   Join Michael Hamer, Client Strategy Director, at Netitude Ltd | Technology Experts | Microsoft Gold Partner Ltd, to make sure you are making the most of the many features offered by Microsoft 365.   Learn practical tips and more about advanced features such as Teams, SharePoint and Power BI to boost productivity and collaboration.   Maximising Microsoft 365 with Netitude, Thursday, February 27, from 9.30am to 1.30pm.   Early booking is advised: https://bit.ly/48NCRbY David Crew Sallie Toomey Jenn Chidley-Sanders Natalie Hodgson Robert Dakin

It's our final new members welcome of 2024! Join us to give a warm welcome to professional videography and motion graphics specialist Darren Honeywill and approved health and safety training provider SHEQ Services Ltd! Welcome to the Chamber community - we're looking forward to working with you in 2025! David Crew Jenn Chidley-Sanders Sallie Toomey Natalie Hodgson Robert Dakin

Making the right contacts is key to the success of your business and what better way to do it than at a Somerset Chamber networking breakfast!   We will be returning to Haynes Motor Museum, Sparkford, on Tuesday, February 4 for our next let’s network over breakfast event.   Sponsored by AmicusLaw Solicitors, it’s the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded business professionals while enjoying a cooked breakfast. So set yourself up for the day and book your place today: https://bit.ly/3D16niH David Crew Steve Mytton Ella Beaumont Sallie Toomey Jenn Chidley-Sanders Natalie Hodgson Robert Dakin

Somerset Chamber of Commerce is launching a new peer forum for those who lead in-house marketing and communications. Join us for the launch in January! Details below. Marketing strategies and the way in which we reach our target audience continues to evolve. This Marketing Professionals Forum will gather marketing and communication leaders for a confidential roundtable discussion. Chaired by Robin Clempson, Director of Marketing at Albert Goodman, the forum will build connections, share best practice and help to uncover solutions tailored to your business. Sponsored by Teapot | B Corp. January 28 at Albert Goodman, Taunton. To secure your spot today – https://bit.ly/3CEVQJW Sallie Toomey Annelise Cowie Jenn Chidley-Sanders Natalie Hodgson Robert Dakin Lizzie Tottle Alex Mercer Chris Quenon Emma Lang Lisa Fletcher Sarah Gorman