The Chamber Voice - St Albans Business Updates - May 2024
St Albans District Chamber of Commerce
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What a fantastic time we had at the St George’s Day lunch! If you all enjoyed it half as much as I did, you will have had a brilliant time. I’m sure there were a few sore heads the next day! Thank you to everyone who came along, to our sponsors and to the businesses and individuals who kindly donated auction and raffle prizes and, of course, Claire, Emma and Alex and the Board as whole.
It takes a huge amount of effort to ensure the event runs smoothly and everyone did their bit. I hope you enjoyed the choice of speaker/entertainer – he seemed to capture everyone’s attention!?
Nominations are now open for our Community Business Awards. We’ve changed some of the categories this year so please visit our website and get nominating.?
This is my last newsletter as Chamber President. On the 21st May, we are holding a Bingo Night which will also incorporate our AGM and I will be stepping down as President and handing the chains to Cheryl Luzet. It has been such an enjoyable three years, it has flown by. I was elected as President during lockdown which does now feel like a while ago! If, as I hope, I am re-elected onto the Board at the AGM, I will still be around to continue to support wherever I can.
The AGM will be a very small part of the evening and I’m sure the bingo night will be great fun and entertaining for everyone. You can buy tickets via this link.?Thank you for all your support over the term of my Presidency. I look forward to seeing you soon!?
Kind regards,
Pat Strods
?May Coffee Break
Tuesday 14 May, 09:00 - 10:00 @The Beech House
Enjoy your morning coffee break with the Chamber and colleagues from across our local business community. Come along to The Beech House on St Peter’s Street for a cuppa, pastries and informal networking!
??Lunch & Learn: Online
Wednesday 15 May, 12:00 - 13:00 Via Teams
As we come together to mark Mental Health Awareness Week from 13 May to 19 May, we invite you to a special online Lunch & Learn webinar focused on stress and anxiety in the workplace, led by Licensed The Thrive Programme Coach James Kempson. This event is FREE for members, and only ￡10 +VAT for non-members.
??Young Chamber Public Speaking Workshop
Thursday 16 May, 08:30 - 10:00 @Debenhams Ottaway Office
Whether you’re a novice or looking to refine your public speaking techniques, this Young Chamber workshop will offer top tips on Public Speaking for professionals. Don’t miss the chance to learn from Patricia Seabright, Director at Archimedes Consulting and TEDx St Albans Curator.
??Bingo Night & AGM
Tuesday 21 May, 18:00 - 21:00 @Old Albanian Sports Club
Attend our Annual General Meeting, where the President will provide insights into the Chamber’s performance and upcoming plans for the year. Following the AGM, get ready for an exciting Bingo Night, complete with a delicious meal. Round up your colleagues, friends, and family for a memorable night!
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??Lunch & Learn: In Person
Thursday 23 May, 12:00 - 13:30 @Midnight Blue Marketing Office
Join Anna and Michelle from Midnight Blue Marketing in an in-person Lunch & Learn to help you discover the vibrant universe of Brand Archetypes – the secret sauce to making your business pop in the bustling entrepreneurial galaxy! Limited spaces are available for this event – please book to avoid disappointment.
?? The St Albans City of Expertise Thank You Evening
Thursday 20 June, 18:30 - 21:00 @St Michael's Manor
The St Albans City of Expertise, initially established by the St Albans County Council in collaboration with various professional service firms within the city, operated for several years. During this time, it organised impactful networking events for Young Professionals and promoted the wealth of talented professional service firms at our disposal, on our doorstep, outside of London.
It has been agreed?that the group would come to a close, however, successful elements such as the Young Professionals now lives on as the Young Chamber.
The City of Expertise extend a warm invitation to members of the St Albans District Chamber to join us in expressing gratitude for the group’s accomplishments and commemorating its influence on the next generation of professionals in St Albans.
???Please join us for a glass of bubbles and canapes at St Michael's Manor on 20th June at 6:30pm.
??Places are limited to 2 people per business.
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Business Breakfast Networking Event
Wednesday 15 May, 07:30am - 09:30am @St Michael’s Manor
Youth Talk are kicking off their business breakfast series with their first guest, Will Fraser, Founder of 100 & First and former Saracens rugby player.?
We will discover what inspired Will to launch the business focussed on people, culture and environment, their mission, the challenges, the ups and downs, working in America and the story behind establishing the 100 & First Foundation.?
He will be joined by fellow Saracens player Jackson Wray, Business Development Manager at 100 & First.?Grab your tickets today to enjoy both a great ‘Conversation with Will’ and an opportunity to network fellow attendees.