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We have a diverse business community, all supporting each other, and there is absolutely a place for everyone. The old perception of a Chamber of Commerce being ‘old school stuffy suits’ is long gone. We are a truly vibrant and inclusive business community.

Worthing and Adur is firmly on the map as a great place to live, work and do business. As the local Chamber, we look at how we can continue to ensure we are a place where businesses thrive and people want to come to work.

It can be both exciting and tough being in business, often in equal measures. As a business owner, leader or manager, finding your people can make a huge difference. Having someone who’s been through, or is going through it will undoubtably reassure you that you aren’t alone in what can be a daunting landscape.

That’s why we do what we do. We’re essentially facilitators, enabling businesses to focus on what they do best. We make connections, help problem solve, promote the brilliant things our members do and advocate for the businesses of Worthing and Adur.

We are very involved with the Adur & Worthing Business Awards, which are now in their 15th year! They will be celebrated at a glittering awards ceremony on Friday 10th November at Worthing Pavilion. At the recent launch event Marnie Williams, owner of Flux Piercing Studio, commented on the impact that winning an award has had on her team and her business. Marnie said “it has really put us on the map in Worthing and opened so many doors we knew were there but didn’t know how to open. The team are incredibly proud and always show customers the award when they come in the studio!”. If you run a business in Worthing and Adur you should really consider entering. You can find out more at www.awbawards.com

Our Better Business Show, now its 10th year, celebrates the fantastic Worthing and Adur business community. We encourage business owners to think about exhibiting. Get yourself out there and raise your local profile. You will be among 100 exhibitors who are all there to support each other and showcase what they do. Some of the very best connections can be from your fellow exhibitors so don’t miss this chance to be part of the event. Last year we saw over 500 attendees through the door. This year we have Google Digital Garage exhibiting and running some informative, bite-size workshops. You can find out more about exhibiting at the Better Business Show on our website.

Worthing and Adur Chamber is always here to support businesses who are navigating the complexities of running a business in the current climate, you can get in touch with us by emailing info@worthingandadurchamber.co.uk or visit www.worthingandadurchamber.co.uk