Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce

Joint ventures (JVs) typically offer businesses a unique opportunity to pool resources, share risks, and leverage complementary strengths where there is an increasing size of projects which would ordinarily be beyond the resources of individual companies ⭐ Check out our latest blog from Ansons Solicitors to find out how you can improve the success rate of your joint venture 👉 https://loom.ly/zAUeTh4

As a membership-based organisation we are the leading voice for Greater Birmingham’s businesses, spanning across six regions 📍 With unmatched networking opportunities, exclusive resources, and personalised support, we are dedicated to supporting your business growth 🤝 Let the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce connect, support and grow your business 📈 Become a Member 👉 https://bit.ly/48ePcpH Speak to the team 👉 https://bit.ly/4exLGJj

Our Sustainable Business Series Conference takes place in 1 weeks' time and we now only have a few places remaining! Register today via our website and join us for discussions on: 🌐How businesses, regardless of size or sector, have embraced decarbonization 🌍The significance of net zero and how the business community is responding to the challenge 🏞️Diverse business approaches and strategies for achieving net zero and environmental sustainability 🔗https://loom.ly/qSvQJ3M #GBCC

🍁 With the UK Autumn Budget 2024 on the horizon, what’s in store for fleet managers? 🍁 From possible regulatory changes to cost-saving opportunities, the latest blog from runyourfleet dives into the potential impacts on fleet management and offers practical tips to stay ahead. 💼 Fleet managers and businesses with fleets – now’s the time to get prepared! Discover how to make the most of this upcoming budget. 🚗 Read more: https://loom.ly/7N2DiBY #UKBudget2024 #FleetManagement #RunYourFleet #CostSavings #BusinessPreparedness #FleetIndustry

🎙 Tune into the latest Chamber Podcast! 📢 As part of our Growth Through People campaign, we're spotlighting the power of supported internships. Join GBCC’s Head of Policy, Emily Stubbs, as she hosts an insightful discussion with Suzie Branch-Haddow, Vice Principal of External Development at BMet College, Paul Cook, CEO of Hereward College, and Tracey Bishop, Regional Manager at Whitbread. 💼 This episode explores the transformative impact of supported internships and how they’re shaping a more skilled, diverse workforce. Suzie shares her perspective on the importance of inclusive training paths, while Paul and Tracy weigh in on the practical benefits for businesses and interns alike. 🎧 Listen now to discover how these programs are driving positive change for employers and communities! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gHpuD_ci #GrowthThroughPeople #SupportedInternships #SkillsDevelopment #Podcast

From consultancy and fit-out, to complete end-to-end construction, DRG Interior and Building Solutions specialise in large-scale commercial development, refurbishment and luxury residential work across the UK. Find out more in this week's member #spotlightvideo 👇

📢There is now only 1 week to go until the deadline for applications for the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Awards 2025! 🏆😀 ⏰Applications must be submitted by close of play on Monday 4 November 2024⏰ If you've started an application, don't forget you can login to your account and under 'My Account' select 'My Award Entry', or if you're unsure whether to apply, check out our FAQs and some useful hints and tips that you can refer to whilst completing your application form ➡️ https://loom.ly/0qYRhqA To begin your award entry and to access your account, along with further information on the event, please visit our website 📝👉 https://loom.ly/nqeBRNc #GBCCAwards25

🌆👀 Have you spotted #TeamChamber across the city this week? Our billboard ads have been popping up throughout the region, and we'd love to hear if you've seen them! 🎉 It’s also Birmingham Tech Week! Huge congratulations to Yiannis Maos MBE and the team for an outstanding celebration of our region’s dynamic tech sector. We’ve been actively involved at the GBCC, with our Chief Executive Henrietta Brealey; 💼Participating in a roundtable with Secretary of State, Rt Hon Peter Kyle MP. 💡 Hosting our GBCC Members fringe event, AI & Digital Decoded. Thank you to our speakers Gareth Evans, Bharat Bhushan, Associate Professor Edlira Kalemi Vakaj, and Matt Jones for a fascinating discussion! 📈 Taking part in a panel discussion on Start-Up Priorities at the Scale-Up Summit 🍽️ Director of External Affairs, Raj Kandola, also attended a private roundtable hosted by Trowers & Hamlins on enhancing the digital ecosystem across the West Midlands 🏆 Last Friday, we hosted the Greater Birmingham Young Professional of the Year Awards. Congratulations to Santina Bunting from Arup, the youngest winner ever! Tune into our latest Future Faces podcast for an exclusive interview with Santina—link in comments to listen! 👏 Congratulations to GBCC Patron Birmingham City University on the official inauguration of your new Chancellor, Ade Adepitan. Stepping into the role after Sir Lenny Henry is no small feat, but based on Tuesday’s event, Ade is sure to make an impact! ✨ Other highlights from #TeamChamber include: 🌟 The shortlist for the Women’s Entrepreneurs Pitch Competition has been announced! Congratulations to ICountcorrect - Eureka Inventions Ltd., Iron & Velvet - Plastic Free Cleaning, Econominds, and Just Like Me & MIXD Reality for being shortlisted. The live pitch competition will be held on 13 November (Link in comments) 👥 We held our quarterly team meet-up, bringing colleagues from across the Chamber together to discuss our current progress and future goals 🤝 The Sutton, Lichfield & Tamworth, Cannock, and Burton Chambers of Commerce held a joint networking event at New Hall Hotel, while the Solihull Chamber of Commerce held a networking lunch at Voco St John’s 📊Solihull Chamber President Eileen Schofield held the second Professional and Financial Services sector roundtable with guest speaker Lynsey Kitching (PCC) from CAPE Coaching and Development 🎉The Asian Business Chambers of Commerce celebrated Diwali, paying homage to South Asia’s rich cultural heritage 🎨Head of International Jayne Hume and Relationship Manager Jane Jackson attended the reopening of the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. Meanwhile, Head of Sutton and Lichfield & Tamworth Chambers Charlie Elliott attended the opening of the newly refurbished Lichfield Garrick Theatre 🏆Don’t forget to submit your award applications for the SLTC Awards (deadline: 27 October) and GBCC Awards (deadline: 4 November) to showcase your business to the Greater Birmingham business community!

🚀 Skip the latte & fuel your business instead! 💡 For as little as £1.50 per day, less than your daily cup of coffee, join our network of over 2,500 businesses and access a range of exclusive member benefits: 🤝 Build your connections and network 💰 Benefit from savings 📩 A direct line to all levels of government 🏆 Boost your profile Become a Member 👉 https://bit.ly/48ePcpH Speak to the team 👉 https://bit.ly/4exLGJj Trowers & Hamlins Intercity Balfour Beatty VINCI GINHO Curium Solutions Dr. A J. Nasir Awan MBE DL

Looking for a workspace that is sustainable and smart? Our members AJ Products (UK) Ltd provide just that! Find out more in this week's member #spotlightvideo 👇