Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce

🌍Last Friday, our International Trade & Economic Development Manager, Dr. Ilona K. attended an Agritech forum held at the Ghana Embassy (Ghana High Commission - UK). The event provided a valuable platform for discussing innovative agricultural technologies and fostering collaborations aimed at enhancing food security and sustainable farming practices. If you are interested in more details or in exploring opportunities to access the West African market, please do not hesitate to reach out to Ilona. 📞 01223 237414 📧 internationaltrade@cambscci.co.uk

🦾Congratulations to Paul G., Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority for being recognised in the The Manufacturer Top100 for 2025! Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce CEO, Charlotte Horobin had the privilege of attending alongside Katy Davies, Cap Air Systems Limited, David Lott & Kate Willsher, IfM Engage. Paul's achievement is a reflection of the hard work and tenacity that he applies to supporting the region's manufacturing sector to grow. A key sector for the success of Cambridgeshire & Peterborough! 🏆A huge congratulations to all of the winners for their remarkable accomplishments within the manufacturing industry! Check out the digital publication featuring the Top 100 profiles here: https://lnkd.in/d2sGsMGX #TMTop100 #Top100Awards #Leadership #Manufacturing #Innovation #Celebration #Networking #ukmfg #gbmfg #supportukmfg #shoutaboutukmfg

🦾 What a night! 🌟 Last Thursday, we officially launched our Manufacturing Sector Group in partnership with Recruit Mint Ltd - and what better way to do it than over an incredible roundtable dinner at Orton Hall Hotel & Spa. 💬 Surrounded by some of the most innovative and passionate manufacturing leaders in our region, the conversations went far beyond surface-level networking - attendees collaborated, shared personal challenges, and expressed creative ideas to attract and retain talent in one of the UK’s vital sectors. It was inspiring to hear leaders not just talk about the problems - but come together to build solutions. The passion, ideas, and drive proved that the Manufacturing Sector Group is the right way forward to keep the momentum going. And this is just the beginning. 🚀 📅 Join us for our Manufacturing Breakfast & Tour at GenPhoenix, Peterborough on 15 July. To find out more or register your interest, drop us a line at 📧 events@cambscci.co.uk. Here’s to building something meaningful for our businesses, our people, and the future of UK manufacturing. #Manufacturing #Talent #Innovation #Networking #Collaboration #Cambridgeshire #Peterborough #Stamford #IndustryLeadership #ChamberEvents #CambsChamber #ukmfg #Supportukmfg #ShoutAboutukmfg #gbmfg

As Peterborough continues to be one of the UK's fastest-growing economies with record business launches, a new opportunity has emerged for forward-thinking companies to make a lasting difference.   Cambridgeshire Community Foundation has launched the Fund for Peterborough - a strategic endowed fund addressing critical challenges beneath our city's remarkable growth story.   Why get involved? ✅ Double your impact with pound-for-pound match funding (seeking £50,000 total goal) ✅ Streamline your team’s volunteering through the Foundation’s Skills Bank ✅ Influence grant-making ✅ Benefit from measurable impact reporting, perfect for demonstrating your ESG commitments ✅ Get access to exclusive networking opportunities with fellow community leaders   This isn't just charitable giving - it's strategic community investment that creates sustainable support for vital local charities while delivering tangible business benefits.   📍 Want to learn more? The Foundation will be exhibiting at our #CambsB2B North event 𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬 at KingsGate Conference Centre, Peterborough. The perfect timing to discuss how your business can be part of this game-changing initiative! Still time to grab your tickets! 🎫   Get in touch with Michelle Longman to discuss how your business could get involved. 📧 michelle@cambscf.org.uk

⏳ Last chance to have your say! The British Chambers of Commerce Quarterly Economic Survey closes 𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗢𝗪 - 𝟴 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲. This isn’t just another survey - it’s the UK’s largest independent business survey, directly influencing government policy and parliamentary debate. The QES results shape conversations with decision makers and give real-world insights into the issues businesses face - like rising National Insurance and wage pressures. 🗨️ Don’t miss the opportunity to be heard! 🔗 https://shorturl.at/NcRdx #QES #BusinessVoice #EconomicSurvey #BCC #PolicyMatters #UKBusiness

🚀 CambsB2B North: We couldn’t be more excited! A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors who are helping make this flagship event possible. It’s fantastic to have their support for an initiative that brings together a range of businesses from across the region to connect, collaborate and grow. 🔸Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority 🔸Stagecoach East 🔸Inspire Education Group (IEG) 🔸McGill Productions 🔸Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) Our sponsors do incredible work around the region, and we’re proud to have them involved. You’ll also find them exhibiting on the day, so be sure to stop by their stands, have a chat, and discover how they could help you and your business. We can’t wait to welcome everyone next week - it’s going to be an action-packed day! 😁 🎟️ There's still time to reserve your place at CambsB2B North: https://shorturl.at/ikM7x #CambsB2B #CambsB2BNorth #Networking #BusinessCommunity #EventSponsors #Collaboration #RegionalGrowth #ThankYou

🎥 Missed our latest Labour Market Webinar? Catch up now. On 4 June, we explored key shifts in the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough labour market, with fresh insights from Mike Spicer and Hannah Lazarus (Policy Department), and a regional skills update from Andrea Wood MBE (Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority). 🔍 Highlights included: • Employer skills and recruitment needs across the region • How public policy is influencing hiring and training investment • The most in-demand soft skills for today’s workforce • Trends in green and digital jobs, and what they mean for future skills 💡 These insights are essential for anyone working to close skills gaps and build a future-ready workforce. 📘 Watch the webinar replay on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/ezf46Ayt 🗓️ Save the date: We’ll be back on 9 September with more regional data and insight. Stay tuned and sign up here: https://shorturl.at/qAutx #Cambridgeshire #LabourMarket #SkillsDevelopment #GreenJobs #DigitalSkills #LSIP #WebinarReplay #WorkforcePlanning

👑 Applications Now Open: 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴’𝘀 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲👑 We’re excited to share that the UK’s most prestigious business awards are now accepting applications! The King’s Awards for Enterprise 2026 are a golden opportunity for UK organisations to gain national and international recognition for outstanding achievements in: 🏆 Innovation 🌍 International Trade 🌱 Sustainable Development 📈 Promoting Opportunity (through social mobility) These Awards are more than just a badge of honour - they’re a Royal endorsement. Past recipients have seen real, tangible benefits: ▪️ Boosted brand visibility ▪️ Increased media exposure ▪️ Greater investor confidence ▪️ Attraction of top talent SMEs, this is especially for you: in 2025, 88 per cent of winners were SMEs, including 27 micro-businesses. This award isn’t just for the big businesses - it’s for innovators and changemakers of every size. Winners receive: 🔹 The right to use the Royal Emblem for 5 years 🔹 An invitation to a Royal Reception 🔹 A personal presentation from His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant 📅 Deadline: 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 📣 Winners Announced: 6 May 2026 👉 Don’t miss your chance to put your business on the map. Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/d_ccFxiU Need help with the application? Reach out to: 📧 kingsawards@businessandtrade.gov.uk 📞 020 4551 0081 #KingsAwards #UKBusiness #Innovation #SustainableBusiness #Exporting #SocialMobility #RoyalRecognition #BusinessExcellence #SMEs #CambridgeshireBusiness

🔥 One Week to Go! 🔥 We're so excited - only 1 week left until #CambsB2B North! Expect: ✨ Dynamic conversations ✨ Business showcase opportunities ✨ New collaborations ✨ A room full of like-minded professionals 💼 Ready to put your business in the spotlight? 🎟️ Nearly your last chance to book: 🔗 https://shorturl.at/RjG6p 🍳 Add the Business Breakfast and Safari Networking Lunch here: https://shorturl.at/1VJrQ

Currently celebrating at the Garden House Summer Party at The Graduate Hotels by Hilton Cambridge City Centre, Cambridge - what a fantastic evening! ☀️ Beautiful riverside views, great company, and even better conversations. It’s always energising to connect with brilliant people in such a vibrant setting. From insightful chats about innovation within SMEs, to a spontaneous game of chess by the water, events like these remind us how important it is to take time to build relationships outside the usual settings. These positive, summer-soaked vibes have us extra excited for our own Summer Drinks Reception next month - we can’t wait to bring this energy to our own celebration! 🎉 Spend the afternoon with us: https://shorturl.at/csX1F #Networking #CambridgeEvents #SummerVibes #GardenHouse #GraduateCambridge #SummerParty #ConnectionMatters