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Watch out for the launch of our new website The Chamber of Commerce is in the final stages of the development of its new website incorporating the newly adopted branding launched at the end of last year. The updated website will have a more modern look and feel, be easier to navigate for users and easier for us to manage and update. It will include new features such as a secure member area, payments section and will have the ability to incorporate additional features in line with the changing needs of members. With regular industry related updates, news stories and twitter feeds, we hope that visitors will enjoy browsing the fresh and exciting pages. The aim of the new site is to better connect members to events and fellow members, providing easier access to business support sources and information to help them develop and grow their business. It will also be the ideal location for businesses to keep up to date with government legislation, economic updates and any campaigns or lobbying initiatives that the chamber is involved in both locally and nationally. “This website project has been a big undertaking for the Chamber team and we are grateful to Brightside Print and Design and AllyKats Design for all their help and support,” commented Cathy McAuley, Head of Business Development who has been managing the project. The first phase of the new website will be officially launched later this month.
The Herts Chamber of Commerce announce Ashbourne Insurance of Broxbourne as a Patron
Yolanda Rugg, Chief Executive of the Herts Chamber said, “On behalf of the Herts Chamber, I am delighted to welcome Ashbourne Insurance as a Patron. We are very fortunate to have an award-winning, independent insurance broker on board who can offer our members their expertise and guidance on matters related to business and personal insurance. Ashbourne’s commitment to outstanding customer care and staff training have seen them grow from strength to strength and I am looking forward to their participation at every level in the Chamber.” Peter Smits, Managing Director commented, “We have been a member of the Chamber for many years and decided it was an important part of our Marketing Strategy for 2014 and beyond to work more closely together. In particular we are keen to support the Ambition Broxbourne initiative with Broxbourne Council and look forward to working collaboratively with them and the Chamber in championing our borough. With offices in Hoddesdon and Cheshunt and with over 32 years’ experience in the borough, we are ideally placed to share the views of independent business owners and to encourage others to have a voice with local and national business issues. Being part of the Herts Chamber is an essential ingredient to our business.”
Join us for our 90th Birthday Ball This year the Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce celebrates its 90th birthday and we will be celebrating in style at the stunning Hanbury Manor Hotel and Country Club on Friday 3 October. We are planning an exciting evening with a gala dinner and some fabulous entertainment. Businesses throughout Hertfordshire are invited to join us for this special evening. For details of the event, to book a table or for individual tickets call or email Jodie Reid on 01707 398401 or jodiereid@hertschamber.com.
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