Shropshire Chamber Membership Application

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About your ChamberShropshire Chamber of Commerce has a reputation built on success with over 1,000 local companies relying on the Chamber’s invaluable advice and knowledge. As a member of Shropshire Chamber of Commerce you will join like-minded individuals striving to develop and improve their business.

In addition to opportunities to network and promote your business, your membership entitles you to many discounts on products and services to help you gain a competitive advantage.

Shropshire Chamber of Commerce is part of the British Chambers of Commerce network and currently around 100,000 businesses nationwide benefi t from Chamber membership. From start-up to development, the Chamber can off er vital assistance to any company regardless of their size or business. Through interaction with the Chamber, its affi liates and other Chamber members, you are part of a community

designed to get the best out of your business.

“ Through accessing exclusive member services detailed in this brochure we will work and support your business to develop.

With a continually evolving suite of membership benefi ts designed to support you and your business, we are committed to the creation of business opportunities.

Every year we organise 200 events from seminars, training, networking, exhibitions – days / evenings and even the prestigious Shropshire Business Awards – all designed to get businesses doing business. ”

RICHARD SHEEHAN, Chief Executive, Shropshire Chamber of Commerce

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3Membership

Auto Enrolment Every single business in the UK is legally required to auto-enrol their employees into workplace pensions over the next few years.

Business Enhancing Events Events range from Exhibitions and Seminars to the Shropshire Business Awards.

Breakfast Network Clubs Operational in Shrewsbury, Telford, Oswestry, Bridgnorth and Ludlow.

Chamber Telecom Exclusive offers for members – keeping Shropshire connected.

Chamber FX Currency fluctuations can have a significant impact on companies engaged in international trade and hinder ambitions for growth. Chamber Foreign Exchange, provided by currency specialists Moneycorp, can help you to protect your business against adverse rate fluctuations and make the most of any positive movements, whilst giving you access to exclusive offers and highly competitive rates of exchange.

Documentation, Translation and Interpretation Services Advice on international documents with 50% discount and translation services for all languages.

Fleet Advantage This free service provides AA support for operating and maintaining a fleet of vehicles.

Human Resources www.chamberhr.co.uk This supplies you with a HR advice line and access to downloadable documents and templates.

Legal Advice Line Free access to professional telephone advice 24 hours a day seven days a week.

Legal Expenses Insurance A comprehensive legal expenses insurance package, up to £65,000 of cover (per annum).

Merchant Services Processing debit and credit cards at extremely competitive rates with discounted terminal hire and no joining fee when taking Chip and Pin.

Patronage Programme An opportunity to promote your business and to express commitment to the success of Shropshire business.

People Portal www.scocpeopleportal.com Recruiting a new employee typically costs around £4,500 when you factor in advertising costs and time spent considering the applications. Shropshire Chamber People Portal turns recruitment on its head and allows YOU the business owner to search and select candidates from their video CV, enabling you to quickly make an informed decision on whether or not you would like to interview them. People Portal is a free to use tool for businesses and will always remain so.

Private Medical Insurance In partnership with AXA PPP members can receive deals on private health insurance.

Searching Shropshire www.searchingshropshire.com If you are looking to promote your business then you need to visit Searching Shropshire. Shropshire Chamber of Commerce members enjoy complimentary Silver level access to promote their business news and events at no cost.

Shropshire Business Awards A night to celebrate the success with awards across many categories.

Shropshire International Trade Working in partnership with UK Trade and Investment (UKTI), a British government agency working with businesses based in the UK to ensure their success in international markets.

Telephone Call Tracking Telephone Call Tracking numbers are the essential tool in any marketer’s tool kit. Tracking numbers allow you to see the effectiveness of your marketing campaigns from as little as £2 + VAT per month.

Training A comprehensive range of quality programmes for the development of all businesses.

Utilities Auditing This free service assesses your current utility requirements and suggests improvements.

Westfield Healthcare Receive exclusive discounts on healthcare cover from £1.10 a week per employee.

Benefits Exclusive to Chamber MembersMembers are encouraged to take advantage of opportunities to raise their business profile and to benefit from savings on products and services. An extensive range of benefits is listed below;

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What our Members say4

“ Membership of the Chamber is probably one of the best investments I have made for my business. For a very small amount of money, I not only feature on the online membership database where I can access other organisations that might become a supplier or even a client but I have opened up many other opportunities to help me grow and develop my business. The Chamber provide a multitude of events throughout the year that I am able to benefi t from. These range from breakfast club network meetings, training courses, exhibitions and social events where I can meet other business owners and grow my business contacts. I would recommend any business in the Shropshire area to utilise the opportunities the Chamber off er. ”

NEIL CROOK, AUDITELMembership of the Chamber is probably one of the best investments I have made for

my business. For a very small amount of money, I not only feature on the online membership database where I can access other organisations that might become a supplier or even a client but I have opened up many other opportunities to help me grow and develop my business. The Chamber provide a multitude of events throughout the year that I am able to benefi t from.

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“ PCB was a member of the Shropshire Chamber before I joined the fi rm eight years ago. What I have found particularly useful about the Shropshire Chamber is the camaraderie of those attending the breakfast meetings. Unlike most solicitors, I am not used to public speaking – Reading the Will is a dramatic event only found on the television and my work is very much offi ce based rather than court based. I found it very helpful to have a chance to speak amongst people who wished you well and I enjoyed being able to focus on diff erent areas of work – everyone knows that they need a Will, but they may not know what a Lasting Power of Attorney is. This equally applied when I was listening to other people speak. I knew a lot of the work that an insolvency practitioner deals with but I was not aware for instance that they could help people who did not need insolvency services avoid insolvency if they were contacted at the right time.

For me the Chamber of Commerce is of most benefi t off ering networking events, including and perhaps especially the Expos. ”

“ The Patron membership scheme is continuing to evolve. The shared aim of building good businesses and helping other fi rms within the county to thrive is a great starting point.

A combination of event types, ranging from formal dinners to less formal socials such as an evening at the theatre or day at the races, gives like-minded members the ability to really get to know each other.

Regular forums are hosted by the members and give an insight into that business. Another part of the forum is a ‘my big dilemma’ section where a member shares a current opportunity or obstacle. These forums have become mastermind groups where shared knowledge and experience is invaluable.

With the support of our peers we are seeing the opportunities to expand our own businesses increase and I look forward to this continuing. In my business I have recouped a multiple of the fi nancial investment required to join the scheme, but is about more than just money. There is also a certain pride associated with being a Patron of the Shropshire Chamber of Commerce.

I wholeheartedly recommend that anyone who thinks they might benefi t from being involved in the scheme should contact Richard Sheehan to fi nd out more. ”PAULINE DAVIES, PCB SOLICITORS

NICK JONES, ST. JAMES’S PLACE WEALTH MANAGEMENT

PCB was a member of the Shropshire Chamber before I joined the fi rm eight years ago. What I have found particularly useful about the Shropshire Chamber is the camaraderie of those attending the breakfast meetings. Unlike most solicitors, I am not used to public speaking – Reading the Will is a dramatic event only found on the television and my work is very much offi ce based rather than court based. I found it very helpful to have a chance to speak amongst people who wished you well and I enjoyed being able to focus on diff erent areas of work – everyone knows that they need a Will, but they may not know what a Lasting Power of Attorney is. This equally applied when I was listening to other people speak. I knew a lot of the work that an insolvency practitioner deals with but I was not aware for instance that they could help people who did not need insolvency services avoid insolvency if they were contacted

For me the Chamber of Commerce is of most benefi t off ering networking events,

The Patron membership scheme is continuing to evolve. The shared aim of building good businesses and helping other fi rms within the county to thrive is a great starting point.

A combination of event types, ranging from formal dinners to less formal socials such as an evening at the theatre or day at the races, gives like-minded members the ability to really get to

Regular forums are hosted by the members and give an insight into that business. Another part of the forum is a ‘my big dilemma’ section where a member shares a current opportunity or obstacle. These forums have become mastermind groups where shared knowledge and

With the support of our peers we are seeing the opportunities to expand our own businesses increase and I look forward to this continuing. In my business I have recouped a multiple of the fi nancial investment required to join the scheme, but is about more than just money. There is also a certain pride associated with being a Patron of the Shropshire Chamber of Commerce.

I wholeheartedly recommend that anyone who thinks they might benefi t from being involved

ST. JAMES’S PLACE WEALTH MANAGEMENT


5What our Members say

“ SP Services has been a member of Shropshire Chamber since 2000, a relationship that has benefi tted SP Services in a number of distinct ways. Primarily, Chamber gives essential assistance concerning overseas sales of medical and fi rst aid equipment, both with export documentation as well as information on new markets, overseas travel and distribution networks abroad. Chamber’s provision of a wide variety of training courses has been great and a number of staff have attended. Recently SP Services recruited 4 apprentices, as a result of Chamber running a timely and useful information session.

STEVEN BRAY, SP SERVICES

“ I joined the Chamber in 2011, not coming from a business background I have found members

to be very generous with their help and advice. This help has been invaluable in gaining new work from other members and members referring me to their clients. ”DIANE WILSON, BRITE START CLEANING

I joined the Chamber in 2011, not coming from a business background I have found members

“ Being a member of Shropshire Chamber has given Furrows an excellent opportunity to raise awareness of our business across the whole county and beyond. We keep other Chamber members up-to-date with all the latest vehicles available from all fi ve brands in our range, and many members have purchased company and private vehicles from our dealerships, so membership makes great business sense. ”

TONY MELLISH, FURROWS

“ Business Watch Guarding became the Chambers fi rst Security Patron in 2011, as part of our extensive Corporate Social Responsibility Policy.

The increased brand awareness that Patronage has aff orded us has enhanced our standing with both suppliers and customers within Shropshire as well as enabling the company to substantially increase its turnover and create local employment opportunities. ”

“ Triangle HR have been members of the Shropshire Chamber for more than 5 years and Patron members for the last 3 years.

As a new business in 2008, the fi rst decision we made was to join the Shropshire Chamber. The main reason for this decision was due to the simple fact that we were unknown to the local business community and therefore needed to establish our business and develop a reputation that demonstrated credibility and professionalism. Both of which we have been able to achieve by working with and being part of the Shropshire Chamber. Not only have we built strong relationships with other local businesses we have also developed great friendships along the way. Thoroughly recommended for any business, new or old! ”

LISA BAER, BUSINESS WATCH GUARDING

JUSTINE VAUGHAN, TRIANGLE HR

Business Watch Guarding became the Chambers fi rst Security Patron in 2011,

The increased brand awareness that Patronage has aff orded us has enhanced our standing with both suppliers and customers within Shropshire as well as enabling the company to substantially

Triangle HR have been members of the Shropshire Chamber for more than 5 years and

As a new business in 2008, the fi rst decision we made was to join the Shropshire Chamber. The

business community and therefore needed to establish our business and develop a reputation that demonstrated credibility and professionalism. Both of which we have been able to achieve

relationships with other local businesses we have also developed great friendships along the way.

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SP Services has been a member of Shropshire Chamber since 2000, a relationship that has benefi tted SP Services in a number of distinct ways. Primarily, Chamber gives essential assistance concerning overseas sales of medical and fi rst aid equipment, both with export documentation as well as information on new markets, overseas travel and distribution networks abroad. Chamber’s


Patronage6

In return for the support and commitment to an ongoing relationship, companies gaining Patron status with Shropshire Chamber of Commerce will receive the following benefi ts and opportunities:Standard Patron Benefi ts

Brand Association – A variety of diff erent methods used to deliver maximum impact Priority access to Shropshire Chamber Events Guaranteed Editorial and Feature Stories in Shropshire Business Matters magazine Complimentary Access to a Shropshire Chamber Golf Day Complimentary Golf and Leisure Club Membership Exclusive access to four invitation only Business Network Luncheons Complimentary table of 10 at the Annual Patrons Gala Dinner Access to Chamber membership Increased discounts on staff development with Shropshire Chamber

Development solutions Bespoke Patron Requirements

Bespoke Patron opportunities can be created in accordance with the level of additional investment made by the Patron. To become a Patron member of Shropshire Chamber of Commerce, interested parties must apply.

The current Patron members will then vote on the application. If you are interested in fi nding out exactly how your business can benefi t from becoming a Patron member, then please contact the Membership Team on 01952 208200 to arrange a no obligation discussion.

NICOLE HOWARTH, GLOBAL FREIGHT SERVICES LTD

“ Since joining the Patronage programme Global Freight has secured a number of substantial orders via the Chamber Network and events. Our expectations have been exceeded and we are looking forward to the year ahead. ”

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