Forum Archives | Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce https://hwchamber.co.uk/product-category/forum/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:40:10 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://hwchamber.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/cropped-Untitled-design-92-32x32.png Forum Archives | Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce https://hwchamber.co.uk/product-category/forum/ 32 32 Professional Services Forum Sponsored by IT Managed Consultancy https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/professional-services-forum-sponsored-by-it-managed-consultancy-2025-11-25/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:40:09 +0000 https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/professional-services-forum-2025-11-25/ The Professional Services Forum is aimed at businesses working within the professional services industry. These events focus on making new connections, raising awareness of services, sharing client referrals, and discussing challenges the sector is facing. This event will be held at Lygon Arms. Located in the quintessentially English village that is Broadway in the heart ...

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The Professional Services Forum is aimed at businesses working within the professional services industry. These events focus on making new connections, raising awareness of services, sharing client referrals, and discussing challenges the sector is facing.

This event will be held at Lygon Arms. Located in the quintessentially English village that is Broadway in the heart of The Cotswolds, The Lygon Arms is the perfect spot to switch off and relax. Steeped in over 600 years of fascinating history, this Cotswolds hotel has been host to royalty as well as notable rebellious figures throughout the centuries.

Speakers –
Robert Southall, Customer Experience Director at Insight6
Topic: Customer Experience ‘How customer experience is the new business battleground for professional services firms’

Mandy Deakin Snell, Founder and CEO, MDS Alignment Limited
Topic: Aligned Leadership: What it is and why it matters to your business, now more than ever

During the morning we will also be working in groups to discuss chosen topic

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Women’s Business Forum Sponsored by mfg Legal Services Limited https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/womens-business-forum-sponsored-by-mfg-legal-services-limited-2026-01-29/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:02:04 +0000 https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/womens-business-forum-sponsored-by-mfg-legal-services-limited-2026-01-29/ The Women’s Business Forum is open to all business professionals and is held at family friendly hours at a variety of different local venues. These events include plenty of networking opportunities, a professional and personal goal setting workshop, inspirational guest speakers and business collaboration. Speakers – Emily Rose Witcher, Director and Founder, Emily Rose Fine ...

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The Women’s Business Forum is open to all business professionals and is held at family friendly hours at a variety of different local venues. These events include plenty of networking opportunities, a professional and personal goal setting workshop, inspirational guest speakers and business collaboration.

Speakers –
Emily Rose Witcher, Director and Founder, Emily Rose Fine Art and Framing
Topic: Charting my own course – My journey from Royal Navy Navigator to launching my own business and how my time as a military leader forged my path.

Elise Hughes, Personal Stylist and Franchise Holder, House of Colour
Topic: From Fine to Fabulous: Finding yourself in your own wardrobe.

Please note for this event, we produce a full detailed delegates list which is distributed to all attendees. The list includes information including attendee name, attendee job title, attendee email address, company sector, company name, company address, website and telephone number. Any information that is updated in the Members area profile on our website will synchronise to our database, which is where the information for the delegates list is pulled from. This is optional and you have the right to withdraw your consent by letting the events team know by emailing events@hwchamber.co.uk up until the day prior to the event. All attendees who receive a delegates list must store and file the information correctly within the guidance of GDPR.

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Worcester HR Forum sponsored by Hewett Recruitment https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/worcester-hr-forum-sponsored-by-hewett-recruitment-2025-12-03/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:02:11 +0000 https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/worcester-hr-forum-sponsored-by-hewett-recruitment-2025-12-03/ The HR Forum is aimed at HR representatives’ responsible for HR within their business. It is a confidential forum designed to allow you to share best practice and seek advice and support from peers in an open and supportive environment. Attendance at this event can be used to count towards your CIPD CPD portfolio. Guest ...

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The HR Forum is aimed at HR representatives’ responsible for HR within their business. It is a confidential forum designed to allow you to share best practice and seek advice and support from peers in an open and supportive environment. Attendance at this event can be used to count towards your CIPD CPD portfolio.

Guest Speakers:
Thomas Crow, Chief Information Security Officer, XLCyber Ltd.
Topic: Culture Over Technology: Making Security Everyone’s Responsibility

Please note for this event, we produce a full detailed delegates list which is distributed to all attendees. The list includes information including attendee name, attendee job title, attendee email address, company sector, company name, company address, website and telephone number. Any information that is updated in the Members area profile on our website will synchronise to our database, which is where the information for the delegates list is pulled from. This is optional and you have the right to withdraw your consent by letting the events team know by emailing events@hwchamber.co.uk up until the day prior to the event. All attendees who receive a delegates list must store and file the information correctly within the guidance of GDPR.

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Manufacturing Forum sponsored by Worcestershire County Council https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/manufacturing-forum-sponsored-by-worcestershire-county-council-2026-04-16/ Wed, 12 Nov 2025 14:02:08 +0000 https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/manufacturing-forum-sponsored-by-worcestershire-county-council-2026-04-16/ The Forum is exclusive to manufacturing businesses only. Failure to comply with this restriction will result in your booking being removed. The Manufacturing Forum is designed to promote the interests of manufacturers in our region. Businesses are encouraged to share best practice on a range of topics, participate in facilitated factory tours, learn from insightful ...

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The Forum is exclusive to manufacturing businesses only. Failure to comply with this restriction will result in your booking being removed.

The Manufacturing Forum is designed to promote the interests of manufacturers in our region. Businesses are encouraged to share best practice on a range of topics, participate in facilitated factory tours, learn from insightful guest speakers and create connections between like-minded businesses. The Forum is exclusive to Chamber Members who are manufacturing businesses.

This event will be held at Galebreaker, Manufacturers of fabric ventilation, door and weather protection systems.

Speakers TBC

Important Safety Notice – Pacemaker Restriction
Following advice from Galebreaker, we must inform you that high-voltage machinery will be in operation during this event.
For safety reasons, anyone with a pacemaker or similar medical device must not attend.
This restriction is mandatory and in place to prevent serious health risks.
We appreciate your full compliance with this safety requirement.

Please note for this event, we produce a full detailed delegates list which is distributed to all attendees. The list includes information including attendee name, attendee job title, attendee email address, company sector, company name, company address, website and telephone number. Any information that is updated in the Members area profile on our website will synchronise to our database, which is where the information for the delegates list is pulled from. This is optional and you have the right to withdraw your consent by letting the events team know by emailing events@hwchamber.co.uk up until the day prior to the event. All attendees who receive a delegates list must store and file the information correctly within the guidance of GDPR.

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New to Networking Forum Sponsored by Bishop Fleming https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/new-to-networking-forum-sponsored-by-bishop-fleming-2026-02-25/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 18:00:07 +0000 https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/new-to-networking-forum-sponsored-by-bishop-fleming-2026-02-25/ These forums offer a welcoming and casual environment where attendees can connect and build relationships in a relaxed and informal setting. They are designed to support individuals who are new to networking, as well as young professionals from any industry seeking to expand their professional circles and foster meaningful connections. We will hear from Dave ...

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These forums offer a welcoming and casual environment where attendees can connect and build relationships in a relaxed and informal setting. They are designed to support individuals who are new to networking, as well as young professionals from any industry seeking to expand their professional circles and foster meaningful connections.

We will hear from Dave the Coach on helpful hints and tips to successful networking.
Attendees will then get to play The Dice Box’s top board games and make connections in the most fun way!

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Women’s Business Forum Sponsored by mfg Legal Services Limited https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/womens-business-forum-sponsored-by-mfg-legal-services-limited-2025-11-27/ Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:54:02 +0000 https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/womens-business-forum-sponsored-by-hcr-law-2025-11-27/ The Women’s Business Forum is open to all business professionals and is held at family friendly hours at a variety of different local venues. These events include plenty of networking opportunities, a professional and personal goal setting workshop, inspirational guest speakers and business collaboration. This event will be held at Arley house and Gardens. The ...

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The Women’s Business Forum is open to all business professionals and is held at family friendly hours at a variety of different local venues. These events include plenty of networking opportunities, a professional and personal goal setting workshop, inspirational guest speakers and business collaboration.

This event will be held at Arley house and Gardens. The Arley Estate comprises 1,600 acres of stunning woodland, rolling hills and farmland surrounding the village of Upper Arley. Located in beautiful Worcestershire on the banks of the River Severn near the historic market town of Bewdley. Unique in its ability to deliver visitors a range of leisure and business facilities, as well as magical weddings and family days out.

Speakers –
Maisie Cass, Business Owner, Maisie Cass
Topic: The Power of Knowing Yourself: Reimagining Success for Neurodivergent Women in Business

Kate Brooks, Personal Trainer & Nutritional Advisor, Wellness Inspired Ltd
Topic: A roadmap to a fitter future

Emma Fishlock, Real World Consultancy
Topic: Goal Setting

Please note for this event, we produce a full detailed delegates list which is distributed to all attendees. The list includes information including attendee name, attendee job title, attendee email address, company sector, company name, company address, website and telephone number. Any information that is updated in the Members area profile on our website will synchronise to our database, which is where the information for the delegates list is pulled from. This is optional and you have the right to withdraw your consent by letting the events team know by emailing events@hwchamber.co.uk up until the day prior to the event. All attendees who receive a delegates list must store and file the information correctly within the guidance of GDPR.

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Worcester HR Forum sponsored by Hewett Recruitment https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/worcester-hr-forum-sponsored-by-hewett-recruitment-2026-03-24/ Thu, 06 Nov 2025 16:00:10 +0000 https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/worcester-hr-forum-sponsored-by-hewett-recruitment-2026-03-24/ The HR Forum is aimed at HR representatives’ responsible for HR within their business. It is a confidential forum designed to allow you to share best practice and seek advice and support from peers in an open and supportive environment. Attendance at this event can be used to count towards your CIPD CPD portfolio. Guest ...

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The HR Forum is aimed at HR representatives’ responsible for HR within their business. It is a confidential forum designed to allow you to share best practice and seek advice and support from peers in an open and supportive environment. Attendance at this event can be used to count towards your CIPD CPD portfolio.

Guest Speakers:
TBC

Please note for this event, we produce a full detailed delegates list which is distributed to all attendees. The list includes information including attendee name, attendee job title, attendee email address, company sector, company name, company address, website and telephone number. Any information that is updated in the Members area profile on our website will synchronise to our database, which is where the information for the delegates list is pulled from. This is optional and you have the right to withdraw your consent by letting the events team know by emailing events@hwchamber.co.uk up until the day prior to the event. All attendees who receive a delegates list must store and file the information correctly within the guidance of GDPR.

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Charity Forum sponsored by Milford Research and Consultancy https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/charity-forum-sponsored-by-milford-research-and-consultancy-2025-12-17/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 16:02:04 +0000 https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/charity-forum-sponsored-by-milford-research-and-consultancy-2025-12-17/ The Charity Forum is open to both charities as well as businesses, who are interested in collaborating with charities or would simply like to learn more about them and how they can help. These events will include the opportunity to network, a facilitated around the room introduction and presentations from local guest speakers. This event ...

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The Charity Forum is open to both charities as well as businesses, who are interested in collaborating with charities or would simply like to learn more about them and how they can help. These events will include the opportunity to network, a facilitated around the room introduction and presentations from local guest speakers.

This event will be held at St George’s hall, Bewdley. St. George’s Hall is a Community Hub in the centre of Bewdley, Worcestershire, with a 150 capacity main hall that includes a surround sound cinema facility.

Speakers:
Anita Bickerdike, Chair of St Georges Hall

Alistair Elliott, Chair of Bewdley Festival Society

Dave James, Dave the Coach
Topic: “More stories. More money. More impact.”

There will also be around-the-room introductions to get conversations flowing between businesses and charities.

Please note for this event, we produce a full detailed delegates list which is distributed to all attendees. The list includes information including attendee name, attendee job title, attendee email address, company sector, company name, company address, website and telephone number. Any information that is updated in the Members area profile on our website will synchronise to our database, which is where the information for the delegates list is pulled from. This is optional and you have the right to withdraw your consent by letting the events team know by emailing events@hwchamber.co.uk up until the day prior to the event. All attendees who receive a delegates list must store and file the information correctly within the guidance of GDPR.

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Food and Drink Forum Sponsored by mfg Solicitors https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/food-and-drink-forum-sponsored-by-mfg-solicitors-2025-12-04/ Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:16:03 +0000 https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/food-and-drink-forum-sponsored-by-mfg-solicitors-2025-12-04/ The Food and Drink Forum is aimed at businesses that have a connection within the food and drink industry. These events are often hosted by local food and drink businesses and include presentations sharing their journey and experiences. Each forum also offers plenty of opportunities to network and great food. Join us at Worcester Wine ...

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The Food and Drink Forum is aimed at businesses that have a connection within the food and drink industry. These events are often hosted by local food and drink businesses and include presentations sharing their journey and experiences. Each forum also offers plenty of opportunities to network and great food.

Join us at Worcester Wine Merchants T/A Everton’s Wine Merchants. The business was established in 1918 and so far covers 4 generations of the Everton family. Experienced wholesalers of wines and spirits to the hospitality and catering trade.

Speakers:
Jack Everton, Everton’s Wine Merchant
Topic: An introduction to Everton’s Wine Merchants, their journey so far and their plans for the future.

Please note this event will be held in a first floor room with no lift access.

Please note for this event, we produce a full detailed delegates lis which is distributed to all attendees. The list includes information including attendee name, attendee job title, attendee email address, company sector, company name, company address, website and telephone number. Any information that is updated in the Members area profile on our website will synchronise to our database, which is where the information for the delegates list is pulled from. This is optional and you have the right to withdraw your consent by letting the events team know by emailing events@hwchamber.co.uk up until the day prior to the event. All attendees who receive a delegates list must store and file the information correctly within the guidance of GDPR.

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Women’s Business Forum Sponsored by mfg Legal Services Limited https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/womens-business-forum-sponsored-by-mfg-legal-services-limited-2026-03-31/ Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:00:24 +0000 https://hwchamber.co.uk/product/womens-business-forum-2026-03-31/ The Women’s Business Forum is open to all business professionals and is held at family friendly hours at a variety of different local venues. These events include plenty of networking opportunities, a professional and personal goal setting workshop, inspirational guest speakers and business collaboration. Speakers -TBC Please note for this event, we produce a full ...

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The Women’s Business Forum is open to all business professionals and is held at family friendly hours at a variety of different local venues. These events include plenty of networking opportunities, a professional and personal goal setting workshop, inspirational guest speakers and business collaboration.

Speakers -TBC

Please note for this event, we produce a full detailed delegates list which is distributed to all attendees. The list includes information including attendee name, attendee job title, attendee email address, company sector, company name, company address, website and telephone number. Any information that is updated in the Members area profile on our website will synchronise to our database, which is where the information for the delegates list is pulled from. This is optional and you have the right to withdraw your consent by letting the events team know by emailing events@hwchamber.co.uk up until the day prior to the event. All attendees who receive a delegates list must store and file the information correctly within the guidance of GDPR.

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