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Promoting, supporting and connecting local businesses

How We Support Your Business

If you're looking to be part of your local business community, grow your connections through networking, learn from experts and access business support then you're in the right place!

Promote Your Business

Maximize your return on efforts with our vibrant and collaborative network. Access business strategy support, connect with potential opportunities, and showcase your business to the local community.

Events & Training

Join networking events to connect with like-minded individuals and build valuable connections. Access training courses for you and your employees to enhance skills and grow your business.

Support & Funding

Get impartial business advice, assistance with setting up your business, and help accessing grant funding. Build resilience with our strategic business support services.

Upcoming Events

2
Oct
training

Peer Mentoring Taster Session

Run your business with the support of people who understand the reality. Imagine having a trusted group of local business owners you can turn to for honest advice, fresh perspectives, and practical support - people who challenge your thinking and help you move forward. Peer Mentoring connects you with a trusted group of local business owners who support, challenge, and learn from each other in a confidential, professionally facilitated environment. Our Peer Mentoring programme has been running successfully for 13 years and brings together 8–12 business owners from different sectors for monthly sessions over 12 months. Using an Action Learning approach, members work through real business challenges, explore practical solutions, and are held accountable to taking action. This taster session gives you the chance to: Learn how the Peer Mentoring programme works Experience the group dynamic and facilitation style Decide if it’s the right fit for you and your business What you’ll gain from Peer Mentoring: Time to work on your business, not just in it Honest feedback and fresh perspectives A trusted peer group — your own monthly “board of directors” Practical ideas, support and accountability Join us to find out how Peer Mentoring could support you and your business over the next year.

TBC
Free
2
Oct

First Friday Networking

Join local businesses for a free networking event! First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
Free
6
Oct
training

Power Hour: LinkedIn

Maximise your professional network without spending hours on social media. Join Kelly O'Haire for this fast-paced LinkedIn masterclass featuring up-to-date insights on building a standout profile, posting engaging content, and staying connected with key clients. Exclusive to members only! Who is it by? Kelly O'Haire from Constructive Marketing Not a member? Access to these Power Hour sessions are one of the many benefits of being a member of the Chamber - for more information click here or email Heidi. Disclaimer: The notes, commentary, and comments made at or contained in this training course are personal to the Trainer and are not intended to be tailored to any particular factual situation. They are not intended to be representative of the Chambers view or opinion on any particular matter nor is the training intended to stand on its own. The Trainer and the Chamber cannot accept any responsibility for loss or consequential loss occasioned to any person acting or refraining from action as a result of the material in this training course, its accompanying notes or comments made during the training whether by the trainer or any other party whether purporting to speak on the Chamber’s behalf or otherwise. Cancellation Policy: Please note, cancellation must be made 7 days before event

Online via Teams
Free

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