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Join Us for Our Business Networking Breakfast at Macclesfield FC!

We’re excited to host our next Business Networking Breakfast at Bar Twenty-Seven, located at Macclesfield FC.

During the event, you’ll hear about Macclesfield FC’s recent triumphs—both on and off the pitch. Under new management, the club has not only seen success in football but also launched several key initiatives, including:

• The development of its Academy,
• The Savage Foundation, offering free football access for all youngsters,
• The Macclesfield FC Community Sports Trust,
• A top-tier hospitality service, and
• A state-of-the-art public gym.

We’re also thrilled to announce our guest speaker, Darren Proctor, a well-known DJ with over 30 years of experience. Darren has performed at venues across the UK and Europe, including Manchester Arena and various festivals. You may recognise him from his radio shows on Greatest Hits Radio, Key 103, and Radio City, where he spent over 25 years. He currently hosts the mid-morning show on Happy Radio and DJs for ‘Darren Proctor’s Grown Up Disco’ on Saturday nights.

This event is £10 + VAT each. Please email elizabethturner@macclesfieldfc.com to book your spot.

Implementing effective cyber security measures doesn't have to be daunting. In this session, Adam Gleeson, Vendor Alliance Manager & Cyber Security Strategy Consultant at CyberLab, will share five practical, easy-to-implement cyber security steps for businesses of all sizes. Protect your organisation from approximately 80% of cyber-attacks by adhering to these principles. Significantly reduce the risk of cyber attacks and improve overall security posture.

In addition, Dan Giannasi, Head of Cyber and Innovation at the North West Cyber Resilience Centre, will share his expert knowledge on reinforcing your business’s cybersecurity defenses.

Join us for an engaging morning of networking and learning at Cyberlab (formerly known as Chess Cybersecurity). Enjoy a light breakfast while connecting with fellow professionals and gaining valuable insights from industry experts.

Eligibility: Your business must be based within the Cheshire East area to be eligible for this course.

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The Chamber of Commerce has been providing workshops and masterclasses to support businesses across Cheshire East since October 2023.  These events have been fully funded by UK Government under the Shared Prosperity Fund.  The value of these events is considered to be Minimal Financial Assistance (MFA) and each business may only receive total subsidies of a maximum of £315,000 over 3 Financial Years.

In this engaging and interactive breakfast workshop, author and executive coach Nick Robinson draws on his new book, The 9 Types of Difficult People. He explores practical strategies to quickly improve workplace relationships and team dynamics by understanding and managing people and their behaviors.

Attendees will:

• Discover why people become difficult at work and what to tackle first
• Face up to the cost of difficult behaviours: to the organisation, its customers and its people
• Learn how to turn things around, positively and with empathy
• Build on leadership skills and takeaway actionable tips and advice to tackle their own difficult people challenges
• Improve working relationships and team dynamics

Nick Robinson has over two decades’ experience as an Executive Coach, working with managers across every size and type of organisation – from SMEs to multinationals, public sector to private.

He’s a former Chartered Accountant, a Certified Professional Coach, an NLP Master Practitioner, a Graduate of the Newfield School’s Mastery in Coaching programme and has served two terms on the national governing Council of the Institute of Directors.

Before becoming a coach Nick had large-company experience in senior Finance, Corporate Strategy, Human Resources and Project Director roles. He now specialises in one-to-one and team coaching for difficult people and tough teams at work.

Eligibility: Your business must be based within the Cheshire East area to be eligible for this course.

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The Chamber of Commerce has been providing workshops and masterclasses to support businesses across Cheshire East since October 2023.  These events have been fully funded by UK Government under the Shared Prosperity Fund.  The value of these events is considered to be Minimal Financial Assistance (MFA) and each business may only receive total subsidies of a maximum of £315,000 over 3 Financial Years.

Join us for an insightful morning of networking and learning at Knights PLC in Wilmslow, the UK's largest regional legal services business. Enjoy a light breakfast while connecting with professionals and gaining valuable insights from industry experts.

Employment Law Update; Warren Moores, Senior Associate and Employment Solicitor at Knights PLC, will discuss the significant changes in employment law promised by the new Labour government. Learn about the key changes, including the right to switch off from work, day-one unfair dismissal rights, and more, and how these will impact your business.

Neurodiversity in Recruitment; Marie and Yasmin, Directors at Synergy Recruitment, will explore the importance of making your recruitment process accessible to neurodiverse candidates. It is thought that around 20% of the population identify as neurodivergent in some way, therefore it's crucial that we understand and accommodate the unique strengths and challenges of neurodiverse individuals.

Eligibility: Your business must be based within the Cheshire East area to be eligible for this course.

This training is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

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Our festive networking and lunch is being held on Thurs 12th December in the Thomas Suite at Champneys Mottram Hall Hotel

A glass of fizz and delicious canapes will be served whilst you catch up with old friends and make new contacts before we sit down to a fabulously festive 2-course meal from about 12.45.  Festive attire is encouraged and to save us all from Terry's shocking 'cracker' jokes why not come armed with your own to share with the group.

The cost of the lunch is £32 +VAT for Members and we invite all members to bring a guest with you as we end the year in the style. Non-members are also welcome to join us and the cost is £37.50+VAT

This event sold out quickly last year so please do book early to avoid disappointment.

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Booking Policy: Please note that all bookings are paid for at the time of booking on Eventbrite. Cancellations made up to 1st December will be refunded (Eventbrite fees are non-refundable). Cancellations after 1st December will not be refunded.

Join us for an insightful morning at Glasshouse with its state-of-the-art work spaces, co-working areas and atrium cafe nestled within the stunning grounds of Alderley Park. Glasshouse is a hub for innovative tech, gaming and science businesses from start-ups to household names such as Boeing, SAP, Airship and Quint Group.

Event Highlights 

• Networking & Breakfast: Start your day with a light breakfast and ample networking opportunities with business leaders and professionals from across North Cheshire. Connect with peers and industry leaders in a relaxed, informal setting.

• Expert Insights: Our guest speakers include Mark Julian, Associate Director at Bruntwood Sci-Tech and Thomas Barker and Daniel Mahoney from Handelsbanken who will be giving us their outlook for the economy for the next 6-12 months.

Key Details

• Booking: Click here to book.
• Parking: Parking available in the Glasshouse multi-storey car park adjacent to the venue.

Cheshire East Business Support Initiative: This event is part of the Cheshire East Business Support Initiative, fully funded by HM Government under the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). Take advantage of this opportunity to stay informed and connected.

To book your place - click here.