.Anxiety is a common yet often misunderstood mental health concern that affects millions of people worldwide. The impact of anxiety can be debilitating, affecting everything from personal and professional relationships to work productivity and overall quality of life. But with the right tools and support, it is possible to manage anxiety and help others experiencing […]
.Kindness in the workplace: Benefits and barriers How important is kindness to you and your business? Is it a value you hold dear? How is kindness valued? Join us for a lively debate and meet Dr Gillian Sandstrom, senior lecturer in the Psychology of Kindness, who will share her findings from the BBC Kindness Test […]
.Bite-sized Learning: Focus on your clients to drive growth in your business There are a plethora of juicy benefits to be gained from building strong relationships with your clients: increased customer loyalty, a better brand image and a competitive advantage, to name just a few. This Bite-sized Learning session will show you how to focus […]
.The Statuesque BreakfastOur May speaker Alison Lapper MBE has faced incredible challenges throughout her life.Born with no arms and shortened legs, she grew up in specialist institutions. Despite her disability, she longed to become an artist, which she achieved by painting with her mouth and feet. She has a first class degree in Fine Arts […]
.To be an effective leader, you have to master the art of letting go, of delegating authority to someone else for some areas and tasks. As a leader, you can’t do it all, but many of us still try. But delegating properly and successfully, with confidence and consistency is not easy - the fear of […]
.The ‘Caring’ Breakfast Vicky Haines is passionate about transforming the nation’s perceptions of the care sector. Now the Managing Director at Kingsway Care, Vicky used to work with high-risk offenders as a Probation Officer after finishing her degree in Applied Psychology and Criminology.Despite being very different jobs, empathy and impartiality have been key to both, […]
.Netwalking: Queens ParkFrom a whale bones to pepper boxes, we’ll be walking, talking and networking our way through Queens Park and Kemptown at our next Netwalking event. Starting at the whale bone sculpture in Mighell Street – recently reinstated at Edward Street Quarter – we’ll wander up and around Queens Park, taking in some of […]
.How to start a cult: be bold, build belonging and grow a devoted followingBrand loyalty is dead. Any business still relying on the outdated idea that customers stay loyal in the face of ever-increasing competition and choice is in trouble. With consumer behaviour shifting, basing your customer relationship on the traditional pillars of price, convenience […]
.Slo-mo NetworkingDo you like the concept of speed networking but find it a bit too, well…speedy?How about a structured and business-focused event that is still enjoyable and at a more relaxed pace?With the help of a group of our members, we have designed and introduced Slo-mo Networking because we know that some of you like […]
.Human: Brighton Summit 2023Whichever sector you work in, Brighton Chamber’s Brighton Summit offers an annual opportunity to boost your connections, stretch your brain and breathe new life into your business. What to expectWorth its weight in gold, your ticket gives you access to a day of energising workshops, inspiring and insightful talks, plus plenty of […]
.About this eventThe Chamber’s monthly Breakfast at Bill’s is very popular, so you’ll need to book early. 50 to 80 business people from Brighton and the surrounding areas come together to meet, eat and network on the fourth Friday of each month*.There is a wide range of people who attend from all sectors and all […]
.The 'Keeping Mum' breakfast It has been a difficult year for many independent shops as they battle rising expenses plus a cost of living crisis. We’re delighted that our final breakfast speaker of 2023 is someone whose store has bucked the trend. Emma Draper owns Velvet, a mini department store in Hove which has enjoyed […]
