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19Jun
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Wed Jun 19, 2013 @13:30 - 08:00PM
Silicon Beach Business Angels Conference
20Jun
Thu Jun 20, 2013 @07:30 - 09:00AM
June Beales Breakfast sponsored by Rawlins Davy
20Jun
Thu Jun 20, 2013 @09:00 - 01:00PM
WSX Enterprise ACCESSING FINANCE FOR BUSINESS
20Jun
Thu Jun 20, 2013 @18:00 -
Southbourne Shake & Stir
20Jun
Thu Jun 20, 2013 @18:00 -
DJC Poole Meet & Drink
20Jun
Thu Jun 20, 2013 @18:30 - 11:00PM
Baron of Beef
21Jun
Fri Jun 21, 2013 @16:00 - 08:00PM
Friday Fizz at the Norfolk
21Jun

Contact Details

Bournemouth Chamber Of Trade & Commerce
Rowland House,
Hinton Road,
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH1 2EG

Tel: 01202 372437.

BCTC - Building A Better Business Community

How much do you spend on marketing your business to attract new customers?

From just £67 per calendar year we can provide you with the links you need to promote your business and meet potential customers. Just one new customer for your business will more than recoup the cost of membership.

Membership of the Chamber has many benefits, taking advantage of these for your business and being actively involved in communicating with other members and businesses in Bournemouth can deliver new customers.

 

Latest News

 
 

BCTC Big Golf Charity Evening June 28th

    BCTC Big Golf Charity Evening BBQ Buffet Friday June 28th 5 pm to 9 pm Members & Friends, Family and Children welcome Discounted Drinks      &nb

Latest Local Vacancies

Here are the very latest Vacancies placed by local companies looking for staff in the local area: To apply please call Sue on 01202 283012 or email cv@bournemouthemploymentladder.co.uk for more detai

Baron of Beef Dinner Opens The Food Festival

Come along and help Bournemouth Chamber get the Bournemouth Food & Drink Festival off to a great start with this celebration of the historic festival from the days when the BCTC was known

Silicon Beach Business Angels Conference

 June 19th 2013 1.30 pm to 8.00 pm Pavilion Join us for the Silicon Beach Business Angels (SBAA) and UK Business Angels Association (UKBAA) conference, Angel Finance – A view from the Pavilio

BH Dance Thursday June 27th

  4th Thursday of every month   Date: Thursday 27th June   This month we'll be learning   Tango & Samba Location: Premier Inn, Westover Road, Bournemouth  &n

Southbourne Shake & Stir - June 20th - 23rd

Shake & StirVintage Festival By The Sea Thursday 20th to Sunday 23rd June 2013 Free and ticketed events for all ages throughout the weekend!Welcome to the very first Southbourne Shake & St

Beales Breakfast sponsored by Rawlins Davy June 20th

Date: 20th June Time: 7.30am till 9am or as long as you want to stay once the store is open. Venue: Beales Department Store, Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth (use the main entrance) Sponsored b

Complimentary Tickets if you Display Pier Theatre Posters and Flyers

Hi Everyone As the Summer season at the Pier Theatre Approaches with 90+ Shows, I wondered whether through your Businesses  you would kindly display some posters, and flyers, and in return I wou

BCTC Big Charity Golf Day June 28 - Sponsor a hole? £50

    Come and join us for Bournemouth Chamber of Trade and Commerce's   BIG CHARITY GOLF DAY Date: Friday 28th June 2013Time: 12:00 - 21:00 Sponsor a hole - £

DJC Poole Meet and Greet June 20th

   A great chance to meet the DJC Council and other DJC members for a drink, this social event is a great way to learn more about the DJC and its benefits. If nothing else, its a light way

Cherry Chimes attends AFC Business Wine & Canapes evening

Peter Bell writes a blog - Cherry Chimes - this is a fan’s personal view of AFC Bournemouth from the outside looking in. It reports on the daily official activities reported by the club and comments

Latest Jobseekers Trying to Find Work in the Local Area

Here are some of the very latest Jobseekers trying to find work in the local area:  • Heather is seeking work as a Receptionist • Margaret is seeking work as a Retail assistant • Carol

New Dorset LEP Board Members Announced

A trained counsellor, an advisor to the charity and voluntary sector, a banking and insurance expert and a housing specialist have all been appointed board members at the Dorset Local Enterprise Partn

Wednesday Night Is Variety Night at the Pier Theatre

Wednesday Night Is Variety Night Wednesday the Variey Show will be on all through the season! Get together with friends and make a night of it! 8.15pm start so plenty of time for a meal or stroll

Koh Thai Tapas confirms new features for this year’s Koh Lounge at the Air Festival

Bournemouth Air Festival, one of the town's most famous annual events, will feature for the second consecutive year, a spectacular beach lounge. With a new and improved area and better location, Koh L

Bournemouth Chamber is on The Big Local App

 Here at Bournemouth Chamber we are always looking for new ways to promote business in Bournemouth and we have long thought that an app for Bournemouth would be great, so we are really pleased

MY Salon Open Evening - July 3rd

MY Salon Open Evening Wednesday 3rd July from 5pm 38-42 Parkstone Road Poole  BH15 2PG This FREE event includes:  Glass of Fizz and CanapesHair Extension Demonstrations 

Welcome to the Bournemouth Food and Drink Festival

June 21st to June 30th 2013 See the return of Bournemouth’s very own Food and Drink Festival, where for ten days the Town will come alive to the smell of cooking, with foodie events to whet the appet

Cumberland Hotel Launch their New Day Spa

The Oceana Day Spa is their unique wellness centre that has been carefully and beautifully designed to provide all their guests with treatments to unwind and restore balance to mind and body as well a

Yellow Buses - Custodians of Customer Care

Seven members of staff from Yellow Buses have been named Customer Care Champions – and are gearing up to reward those who go that little bit further. The Bourne to Smile Excellence Awards are part of

Develop Your Own Marketing Plan - Free 2 Day Course

 Develop Your Own Marketing Plan FREE two-day workshop for South West SMEs* The Green House Hotel, Bournemouth, BH1 3AX Day 1:Wednesday, 24 July 2013, 10.00am-4.00pmDay 2:Thursday, 25 July 2

Ellis Jones widens services to the deaf and hard of hearing

BCTC members Ellis Jones Solicitors have widened access to its services for thousands of people registered as deaf or hard of hearing. Theresa Hancock, a paralegal with Ellis Jones Solicitors, has pas

BCTC Winton Roadshow - July 4th

 A date for you diary!  Thursday 4th July 6-8pmAt the Royal British Legion, Wimborne Road, Winton Bournemouth Chamber of Trade and Commerce Road Show is coming to Winton Find out how BC

Business Scene, South Coast Connections - July 3rd

  Bournemouth Chamber of Trade is delighted to be involved in the next Business Scene, South Coast Connections event on  Wednesday 3rd July 2013 at 17.30pm The Cumberland Hotel

CHERRIES START SEARCH FOR NATIONAL CITIZEN SERVICE RECRUITS

The AFC Bournemouth Community Sports Trust is offering school leavers a summer they will never forget on the National Citizen Service programme. The popular free of charge scheme is open to Isle of Wi

EMPIRE CINEMAS UNVEILED AS JUNIOR CHERRIES SPONSOR

With last season’s Junior Cherries membership numbers reaching an all-time high, Empire Cinemas has been revealed as flagship sponsors of AFC Bournemouth's young supporters club. Boasting 162 screens

The Annual Dorset Business Battle Commences

The annual business battle commences as 2013 Dorset Business Awards open for entry. Sponsors of the 2013 Dorset Business Awards, in association with the Daily Echo and Dorset Echo, are set to begin t

DJC's Meet & Drink - Bournemouth July 4th

     DJC's Monthly Meet & Drink Bournemouth    A great chance to meet the DJC Council and other DJC members for a drink, this social event is a great way to learn

The "New in Business" Courses June 26th & 27th

The "new in business"  Course  Designed to help you succeed!  Poole College             26/27 June   &n

Ventana Miami Chill Days

Weekends May to October Full bar - Cocktails - Mojito Selection - Champagnes on the lido poolside deck beneath the art deco Cumberland Hotel

Grove Hotel Charity Garden Party -June 27th

DORSET based Bennington Green are delighted to announce the return of their charity garden party again this year. The event will be held on Thursday 27th June at the Grove Hotel on Bournemouth’s East

BH Banter Monday July 1st

Monday July 1st The Hotel Miramar 6pm to 8pm EVENT FORMAT Call in for a drink on the way home and make the most of this informal monthly gathering. You need to register via the link belo

BH Recruitment Clinic - Make Recruitment Easier

 The Next Recruitment Clinic BH Banter Monday July 1st Beales Breakfast July 18th If you would like help with issues such as whether it's how to: make recruitment easier deal

Eyes to the Skies for the Red Garden Party at the Miramar

   Saturday 31st August 7.00 for 7.30pm. Simply Events are delighted to announce the 'Red Garden Party' here at Hotel Miramar during the 2013 Bournemouth Air Festival. Book now for

Free Seminar - Develop Your Own Carbon Assessment -July 16-17

   Free Seminar - Develop Your Own Carbon Assessment Limited to SMEs operating in the South West's environmental (renewables, waste, green construction, sustainable transport), engineering

Free Small Business Support Workshops 2013

Free Small Business Support Workshops 2012-13 The Council has clearly recognised the increasing demand from the local business community for business support and advice in these difficult economic ti

Candlelight Nights 2013

  It is going to be a great Summer in Bournemouth this year....get ready for Candlelight Nights 2013. Candlelight Nights will be taking place on 31st of July, and 7th, 14th, & 21st August.

BH Recruitment - Looking for staff, look here first

      Looking for work? or looking for staff?   For more info, to help or to sponsor please e-mail: bhr@bournemouthchamber.org.uk &n

AFC Business Breakfast Event - July 10th

The next AFC Business Breakfast takes place on Wednesday 10th July 2013 8.00 am to 10.00 am Champions Top Floor Restaurant, Goldsands Stadium. Tickets are £12.00 and non-memb

Wessex Cancer Trust challenge to Dorset businesses

BUSINESSES across Dorset have been set a mighty challenge by local charity Wessex Cancer Trust – to turn £25 into as much money as possible in just eight days.   The proceeds all go to suppo

South Coast Fashion Week - the Ultimate Shopping & Fashion Experience Bournemouth 9th – 11th May 2014

  Over 150 unique boutiques, designer labels, and the best in High St brands are expected to take part in this fashion experience and shoppers paradise. With the latest catwalk collections, hi

Back to School Fancy Dress Quiz

Back to School Fancy Dress Quiz Friday September 27th Assembly 7.00 pm Download Entry Form 

 
 

Latest Local Vacancies (PT)

To apply please call Sue on 01202 283012 or email cv@bournemouthemploymentladder.co.uk for more details • Real Time Manager • Welder/Fabricator/Improver • Assistant Management Account • Custom

FINANCIAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR (JS)

An IFA firm in Poole is seeking a Financial Services Administrator  to provide a PA service to one of their Partners’ and provide admin support to several IFAs.   To apply, you must ha

Deputy Matron - Salisbury (QUA)

PERMANENT POSITION Our client is a privately owned, beautiful nursing home located near Salisbury in Wiltshire.  They are looking to recruit a Deputy Matron to join their team. You will be clin

Customer Service Operator (temporary) (BEL)

We are currently recruiting for a temporary worker to start work on Monday 20 May 2013 to work on an ongoing basis. You will be answering an extremely busy telephone assisting callers with their servi

Registered General Nurse – West Moors (QUA)

PERMANENT POSITION: Our client is a purpose built home with en suite accommodation for over fifty residents set over two floors,  located in the peaceful rural village of West Moors, Dorset. Ou

Commercial Analyst (JS)

An Energy firm in Bournemouth have an interesting Commercial Analyst vacancy.  To apply, you should be a Business Graduate from a recognized university and possess several years experience withi

Office Administrator (temporary) (BEL)

We are currently looking for an experienced Office Administrator to work as a temporary covering holiday cover from Monday 3 June to Monday 17 June 2013 (15 days). You will be extracting information f

Chartered Chief Accountant- Bournemouth (QUA)

PERMANENT POSITION: Our client, a prestigious hotel group in the South of England, are looking for a Chartered Chief Accountant to lead their Accounts team. The successful candidate for this positi

PA/Secretary (BEL)

Working as a Senior PA you will be dealing with the recruiting of staff, composing letters, dealing with Blue Chip customers, answering the telephone and greeting visitors to reception. The successful

WAREHOUSE ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT (JS)

Poole company is seeking an individual to ensure compliance with all Health and Safety legislation, Trading Standards and all other legal requirements.    To assist with and manage all

Bookkeeper (temporary position) CV

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Bookkeeper to work on a TEMPORARY FULL-TIME basis. If you can answer YES to ALL of the following, please email us your CV NOW! Are you an experienced Bo

Night Porter - Bournemouth (QUA)

PERMANENT POSITION Our client, a contemporary hotel group in Bournemouth, is looking to a recruit Night Porter to add to their friendly team. The successful Night Porter will be working across three

 
 

Latest Jobseekers Trying to Find Work in the Local Area

Here are some of the very latest Jobseekers trying to find work in the local area:  • Heather is seeking work as a Receptionist • Margaret is seeking work as a Retail assistant • Carol

Esme (BEL)

Has over 10 years combined experience in campaign management, marketing, promotions, PR, communications, direct marketing and fundraising. Esme is looking for part time employment/ temporary project

Francesca (JS)

Francesca is an articulate and capable English Graduate who is seeking a role within PR and Communications.   She has gained over 12 months of relevant experience within the charity sector

Nicholas (QUA)

Nicholas is currently working part time on a temporary basis with Raglan Housing Association, however is keen to return to Care work, and seeking a full time role within this sector. Whilst working f

Adrian (BEL)

Is an experienced Purchasing Manager who has just been made redundant after 11 years working within the aerospace industry.  His main duties and responsibilities included requesting quotations fo

Ann (JS)

A personable and friendly young lady,  Ann is seeking  the next step in her career within office administration.  She possesses excellent IT skills, and enjoys working with people in

Julie (QUA)

Julie is an experienced property candidate, having worked that majority of her career so far within Residential Sales & Lettings. She took her current position at Grays to keep her busy whilst lo

Paul (JS)

Smart and confident Computer Science Degree Student. Paul is looking for temporary work in IT, Customer Services or general admin. Experienced in IT, supporting all the houses on campus at the Univer

Jennie (BEL)

Is an experienced Receptionist/Legal Secretary.  She is used to providing dedicated administrative support to a busy criminal department, including audio typing, file opening, diary management an

Natalie (BEL)

Has been working as a Customer Service Adviser answering inbound calls to customers who are looking to apply or have already applied for a loan then answering any questions that they may have regardin

John (QUA)

John is an experienced Assistant Restaurant Manager with a history working for Rosette standard establishments. He is looking for a new challenge, and a position where he can settle down and have a l

Megan (QUA)

Megan is currently studying medicine at Southampton University and is actively seeking a HCA role to work full time during the next four months and as from October 1st 2013, she would be available to

Featured Promotion

 
 

Promotional Eshot

For just £35 per submission you can promote your business to other Chamber members in a professional manner, including your logo, an image, up to 200 words of promotional text (including an exclusive

BCTC Business Showcases

  All BCTC members are invited to have one FREE business showcase per membership year. Showcase can either be at BH Banter or Beales Breakfast.  Available dates are on the following page.

Proud to be Members Logo

Members are free to use the logo “Proud to be Members” on their stationery and websites once the usage terms are agreed. Logos are available as jpg and eps. Contact: Click here to accept the T&C'

Events Eshot

The events e-shot goes out weekly and is free to members. Events are copied from the website’s events listing. Normally covers the next 14 days events. Contact:  promo@bournemouthchamber.or

Member 2 Member Offers Website Page

If you have an offer and would like it listed on this  web page just e-mail the details in an attached word document with jpegs for any logos please Contact:  website@bournemouth

HTML Email

In addition to the Promotional Eshot, we can also offer html emails. These feature your business exclusively (you don't have to share with anyone else), and are more 'designed'. They always include th

Magnetic Networking Badge

Magnetic badge, which is easy to attach to any outfit, without damaging your clothes. Features your company logo and your name, just supply jpeg of logo and your name Contact:  secretary@b

Events on BCTC Website

Member events can be placed on the BCTC website. Please submit details of the event in a Word document with logos as Jpgs. Note pdfs cannot be used. Contact:  website@bournemouthchamber.org

Sponsor BH Banter, Beales Breakfast & Window Competitions

If you wish to promote your brand, product /service then this is a superb opportunity.  Your brand presence will be featured at the event and be promoted by the event leader, which will normally

Presidents Dinner (after AGM) and Christmas Dinner & Dance

One sponsor per year will be chosen for each of these events. Details are as per the BH Banter sponsorship or by arrangement. Contact: promo@bournemouthchamber.org.uk  Cost: £1000

 
 

Promoting your Business, Service or Product at Castlepoint

Have you ever thought about promoting your business, service or product at Castlepoint Shopping Park? Well now you can, in the comfort of our brand new Promotions Pod, located on the upper level

PooleTogether.co.uk

PooleTogether.co.uk the website to visit when you're looking for staff or looking for a job The cost of advertising job vacancies on the Poole Together website is as follows: 1 Job Adver

Orchid Therapies 10% Discount

  10% Discount to any BCTC member Click for a larger downloadable pdf

Corporate Clothing Solutions

Hotels in Bournemouth... Are you fed up with ordering your Uniforms on line or from a catalogue and being disappointed? Are you looking for a Uniform supplier that will come to your place of work

Bournemouth Employment Ladder

Making recruiting easier, faster and more cost-effective Bournemouth Employment Ladder was established in 2008 to help you find, interview and recruit candidates to fill your job vacancies easily,

I'm pleased to announce that The Inspiration Agency's new website has just launched!

     I'm pleased to announce that The Inspiration Agency's new website has just launched!www.inspirationagency.co.uk The launch coincides with the release of an article detaili

From the team at Mike Stokes Motoring & Motorsport covering

Batteries - Lights - Tyres - Steering - Suspension - Brakes - Exhaust - Anti-Freeze Call now on 01202 547555 to make your booking or email stokestires@hotmail.com   As a fellow member

Auditel – Taking cost and purchase management to a new level

    Auditel can help you cut overheads by providing an in-depth and detailed audit of your costs, and then helping you to implement the saving opportunities. We have been operating for

Barnabys Opticians are pleased to offer 10% discount on eyewear and sunglasses retail prices

Barnabys Opticians are pleased to offer 10% discount on eyewear and sunglasses retail prices (excluding Limited Editions) . We stock over 30 international designer ranges including Dior, Dolce &

BOURNE ENGRAVING

Chamber member offers: Discounts off a wide range of engraving requirements. (Doughnuts work magic, I understand - webmaster) Company logo'd magnetic name badges £5 each

Richmond Home Improvement Co

Richmond Home Improvement Co are offering members a FREE upgrade to an “A” rated glazing and security Shootbolt locking, from our standard “C” rated, with our standard espagniolette l

Supply Shack is a registered Social Enterprise Mark holder

      Supply Shack is a registered Social Enterprise Mark holder: What is a Social Enterprise? A social enterprise is a business that trades for a social and/or environment

Chamber Members a 10% discount

    If you are anything like we used to be, you might find that some of these strike a chord: - You're not making as much profit as you could You have some great ideas but no time

iEvents Venue Finding Team

  The iEvents Venue Finding Team can help to ensure that your next event is your most successful. We are on hand to source the most suitable venues to meet your requirements, whethe

ECS is one of the UK's leading communications companies

      ECS is one of the UK's leading communications companies, specialising in communications at the touch of button. We are experts in the areas of Two-Way Radio Communi

Fire Risk Management (Plus) Services - Protecting life and your business

Since 2006, the Regulatory Reform Order has required businesses to assess their risks from fire and become "self-compliant" with the law. Fire Services now undertake an enforcement and prosecution rol

Led-zip lighting is a Bournemouth based LED expert

Led-zip lighting is a Bournemouth based LED expert that guarantees to save you money on your existing lighting bill. An area using 50 halogen downlights on for 15 hours a day will be costing around

HR Dept - Free Review of any Existing Contracts of Employment and Handbooks

The effects of making a mistake with employment law and HR issues can be drastic, resulting in bad publicity, wasted time and possibly ending with an expensive employment tribunal. The HR Dept is he

Avita Planning - Need Town Planning Help?

    Avita Planning is the freelance town planning consultancy of Gary Palmer, chartered Town Planner. I'd be pleased to help you with your planning application, guide you through the town

E-Mail and SMS Marketing – Exclusive BCTC Member Discount

greenmessage offer a range of E-Mail and SMS (Text Message) Marketing Services. From combined mailing systems and data collection to competitions and voting systems, we can offer you a bespoke servic

Cleaner by Miles - First Impressions Count

We all know how important first impressions are. If your business isn't making the best possible impression Cleaner by Miles can help. We can remove years of dirt, grime and even graffiti in minutes,

Bournemouth based Town Planning Consultants Tanner

Bournemouth based Town Planning Consultants Tanner & Tilley have been awarded the Investors in People Award for another three years. This is the 3rd review of the original award 6 years ago. Th

Champagne Afternoon Tea for two people

Well it looks like Spring is finally on it's way and what better way to celebrate than with a Champagne Afternoon Tea at The Norfolk! From now until 31st May we are offering Bournemouth Chamber m

Fire Risk Assessment and Arson Prevention Services - Free First Consultatation

  Owner fined £210,000 in 2012's landmark fire safety trial – could this be you? "London hotel owner paid the price for ignoring fire safety laws with £210,000 fines.” The Regulatory Reform (

South Coast Fashion Week

Do you own or run a Fashion, Hair or Beauty business in Bournemouth? Don't miss out on South Coast Fashion Week!  Launching in May 2014, South Coast Fashion Week will bethe biggest fashion ev

Dine for two on Lobster and Chips and receive a complimentary bottle of wine!

That's right Summer must be here, because here at The Norfolk we are once again serving our renowned Lobster and Chips and also daily BBQ's in our sun soaked garden (no guarantee on the weather I'm af

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