Archive - Originally posted on "The Horse's Mouth" - 2009-04-01 08:09:29 - Graham Ellis
Melksham Chamber of Commerce and Industry is pleased to announce a series of networking events ... specially for Melksham's businesses.
* Make new contacts in other Melksham businesses and exchange information.
* Learn how local government changes will effect Melksham businesses.
* Recession-beating ideas - how are others handling these interesting times?
And learn more about your local Chamber of Commerce too!
On Thursday, 23rd April, we're holding a Business Networking Breakfast at Well House Manor on Spa Road - and to celebrate St. George's day, anyone called "George" can attend for free. Arrive for a 7 O'Clock start ... and we'll conclude by 9 O'Clock - though you'll be welcome to stay for longer to continue networking.
Can't make a breakfast? We're following up with a business networking lunch on Tuesday, 23rd June, and a networking evening on Wednesday, 23rd September. Cost - 10 pounds per person (Chamber of Commerce members), 15 pounds per person (nonmembers). Members may attend all events; nonmembers limited to one event each.
Places are limited. To book, or to find our more about the Chamber of Commerce, please contact Ann-Marie Escott on 01225 355553 (Administrator, mornings), Colin Harrison (Chairman) on 0845 0943558 or Graham Ellis (President) on 01225 708225 / email graham@wellho.net.
------------- Background ----------------
Melksham Chamber of Commerce and Industry is a member of the Wessex Association of Chambers of Commerce. The Chamber meets regularly at Well House Manor in Melksham, representing local business interests at a town and county level and providing information and support to local businesses. The activities of the chamber include business networking events, support and training provision, marketing and discounts for member businesses as well as social events. With the current re-arrangement of local politics in Wiltshire, the Chamber of Commerce can keep your business informed, and will represent the business community in Melksham with the area board, and at County.
In the current economic climate, the Chamber of Commerce is working to provide information and assistance for local Melksham businesses, in association with other organisations such as the Town Council and the Tourist Information centre. Melksham is a spirited town of over 20,000 people, with considerable retail, industrial, and online sectors.