Development Bank of Wales strengthens partnership with WCNW Chamber of Commerce as Strategic Member

The West Cheshire & North Wales Chamber of Commerce proudly announces that the Development Bank of Wales has joined as its newest Strategic Member.

The West Cheshire & North Wales Chamber of Commerce proudly announces that the Development Bank of Wales has joined as its newest Strategic Member.

A longstanding member of the Chamber for over eight years, the Development Bank of Wales has cultivated a robust relationship with the Chamber’s business community. This new strategic membership promises to further strengthen these ties and broaden their collaborative efforts.

The Development Bank of Wales specialises in providing sustainable and impactful business finance for companies based in, or relocating to, Wales. With a comprehensive approach, the bank offers debt and equity financing solutions for businesses through start-up, growth and succession, so they can thrive and contribute positively to Wales and its communities.

“At the Development Bank of Wales, we fund businesses that we think will benefit Wales and its people,” said Beverley Downes, Director of Marketing and Communications at Development Bank of Wales. “We build links with and support Welsh businesses at early-stage, start-up and growth. Our new partnership with the West Cheshire and North Wales Chamber of Commerce will see us join a strong and trusted cross-regional network, with the opportunity to reach more businesses to provide targeted equity and debt investment,”

“Over the last five years, we have supported 740 businesses in north Wales with more than £171 million of capital. There are more exciting developments on the horizon, including plans for a £160 million investment zone in Wrexham and Flintshire and we look forward to building on our relationships as a partner with the Chamber.”

As a Strategic Member, the Development Bank of Wales will benefit from an enhanced membership package, fostering closer collaboration with the Chamber and strengthening engagement with businesses across North Wales and West Cheshire.

Sarah Bailey, Chief Executive Officer at the West Cheshire & North Wales Chamber of Commerce, welcomed the announcement saying:

“We are thrilled to welcome the Development Bank of Wales as a Strategic Member. Their incredible support for Welsh businesses of all sizes aligns perfectly with our mission to strengthen the region’s business ecosystem. I look forward to growing this partnership and helping spread awareness of their invaluable services to our members and the wider business community.”

View all our Patron and Strategic Members on our website and to express your interest in joining them, email: info@wcnwchamber.org.uk