Networking is back! IW Chamber members enjoyed sunshine, fresh air, food and drink (including Mermaid Gin) at our Cowes Week Barbecue, held on Wednesday 4 August at the Island Sailing Club, sponsored by Red Squirrel Property Shop
Island Business January / February 2026
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Emergency First Aid at Work Course – Delivered by Good Skills TrainingGoodskills TrainingUnit S5, Branstone Business Park Stockmans Close
Monday 23 February 2026
Unit S5, Branstone Business Park
9.00am – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members - £78 +vat per person
This one-day course is designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to
Event Details
Monday 23 February 2026
Unit S5, Branstone Business Park
9.00am – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members – £78 +vat per person
This one-day course is designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to help those that have become unconscious, and those with minor injuries. The Emergency First Aid at Work Course also looks at the responsibilities of the Emergency First Aider. On successfully completing this course, attendees will be confident, safe, prompt and effective emergency first aider.
£78 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
The IW Chamber is pleased to announced it’s involvement in the Portsmouth & South Coast Business Week alongside Hampshire Chamber of Commerce.
We are inviting our members to join us at
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The IW Chamber is pleased to announced it’s involvement in the Portsmouth & South Coast Business Week alongside Hampshire Chamber of Commerce.
We are inviting our members to join us at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary for a morning of networking with businesses from across the Solent, as well as a breakfast roll and delicious coffee – possibly even a donkey snuggle or two!
Thanks to Wightlink and Wight Coaches for sponsoring the travel to get participants from the mainland over to the Island and to the Sanctuary.
If you are joining us from the Island, details are –
Thursday 26 February 2026
Unit S5, Branstone Business Park
9.00am – 12.30pm
IW Chamber members - £68 +vat per person
This Fire Marshal Course, delivered by Good Skills Training is a half day
Event Details
Thursday 26 February 2026
Unit S5, Branstone Business Park
9.00am – 12.30pm
IW Chamber members – £68 +vat per person
This Fire Marshal Course, delivered by Good Skills Training is a half day course designed specifically for those who have been designated with the responsibilities of Fire Marshal or Fire Warden. The course will look at the legal responsibilities of both the company and the individual. By the end of this course learners will understand what their duties as a fire marshal are.
£68 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
Join us for Get-Fit Networking: Yoga – supported by PC Consultants
Get-Fit Networking will be a series of different exercise based networking events, starting with a series of yoga sessions in
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Join us for Get-Fit Networking: Yoga – supported by PC Consultants
Get-Fit Networking will be a series of different exercise based networking events, starting with a series of yoga sessions in March 2026.
In today’s fast-paced business world, it’s easy to feel stretched thin. Yoga offers a moment to pause, breathe, and recharge. Our networking yoga sessions are designed to ease tension, sharpen focus, and promote a sense of calm that carries through the workday. Yoga helps businesspeople feel refreshed, motivated, and ready to perform at their best – creating a healthier, happier workplace for everyone.
We have teamed up with Ventnor Botanic Garden and their Wellbeing Centre to provide a 4-week programme, which has been supported by PC Consultants. These sessions will take place on Wednesday 4, 11, 18 & 25 March 2026 – from 7.30 – 8.30am.
IW Chamber members can book individual sessions for £5+VAT each or all 4 sessions for just £12+VAT.
Kickstart your 2026 with a different kind of networking – Book here
Friday 6 March 2026
Brading Roman Villa
7.30am – 9.30am
£18 per person
Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at Brading Roman Villa, with a hot breakfast and a great start to the
Event Details
Friday 6 March 2026
Brading Roman Villa
7.30am – 9.30am
£18 per person
Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at Brading Roman Villa, with a hot breakfast and a great start to the business day, networking with other Chamber members.
Monday 09 March 2026
Unit S5, Branstone Business Park
9.00am – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members - £78 +vat per person
This one-day course is designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to
Event Details
Monday 09 March 2026
Unit S5, Branstone Business Park
9.00am – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members – £78 +vat per person
This one-day course is designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to help those that have become unconscious, and those with minor injuries. The Emergency First Aid at Work Course also looks at the responsibilities of the Emergency First Aider. On successfully completing this course, attendees will be confident, safe, prompt and effective emergency first aider.
£78 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
Tuesday 10 March 2026
The Bear Lookout at the Wildheart Trust, Sandown
9.00am – 11.30pm
IW Chamber members - £5 +VAT per person
The Employment Rights Act 2025 marks one of the most significant
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Tuesday 10 March 2026
The Bear Lookout at the Wildheart Trust, Sandown
9.00am – 11.30pm
IW Chamber members – £5 +VAT per person
The Employment Rights Act 2025 marks one of the most significant shifts in UK employment law in recent years, with far-reaching implications for employers of all sizes. From changes to worker protections and contractual practices to new compliance obligations and enforcement risks, the Act requires careful and timely preparation.
This practical and employer-focused workshop is designed to help business owners, HR professionals, and senior managers understand what the Employment Rights Act 2025 means for their organisation.
Employment law specialists from Real Employment Law Advice will provide a clear overview of the key reforms, explain how they are expected to be implemented, and highlight the steps employers should be taking now to mitigate risk and maintain compliance.
Attendees will gain clarity on:
The most impactful changes introduced by the Act
How the new provisions may affect existing contracts, policies, and workplace practices
Key compliance risks and how to manage them effectively
Practical actions employers should consider ahead of implementation
Monday 16 March 2026
Unit S5, Branstone Business Park
9.00am – 12.30pm
IW Chamber members - £68 +vat per person
This Fire Marshal Course, delivered by Good Skills Training is a half day
Event Details
Monday 16 March 2026
Unit S5, Branstone Business Park
9.00am – 12.30pm
IW Chamber members – £68 +vat per person
This Fire Marshal Course, delivered by Good Skills Training is a half day course designed specifically for those who have been designated with the responsibilities of Fire Marshal or Fire Warden. The course will look at the legal responsibilities of both the company and the individual. By the end of this course learners will understand what their duties as a fire marshal are.
£68 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
Thursday 19 March 2026
NOSY Offices
6.00pm - 8.00pm
IW Chamber Members (Under 35s) - FREE
Non-Member Rate - £5
After a fantastic launch, Next-Gen Networking returns on 19 March, with this event
Event Details
Thursday 19 March 2026
NOSY Offices
6.00pm – 8.00pm
IW Chamber Members (Under 35s) – FREE
Non-Member Rate – £5
After a fantastic launch, Next-Gen Networking returns on 19 March, with this event proudly supported by Real Employment Law Advice.
If you’re under 35, working in business, and keen to grow both personally and professionally while building your network, this is for you.
Join us at NOSY Creative Agency for a free, informal evening designed to help young professionals connect, share ideas, and build meaningful relationships – this time over a relaxed board game night.
We’re keen to involve as many young people as possible. Your feedback will help shape how this network develops and how we can best support your career and business journey.
At IW Chamber, we believe networking isn’t just for established business leaders. It’s just as important that the next generation of business professionals has the opportunity to build strong networks and connections too.
Tuesday 24 March 2026
Luccombe Manor,
12.00pm - 2.00pm
IW Chamber Members - £20 per person
We are pleased to invite Island businesses in the hospitality sector to a dedicated Networking Lunch
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Tuesday 24 March 2026
Luccombe Manor,
12.00pm – 2.00pm
IW Chamber Members – £20 per person
We are pleased to invite Island businesses in the hospitality sector to a dedicated Networking Lunch with Hospitality Action UK.
Join us at Luccombe Manor on Tuesday 24 March 2026, from 12.00-2.00pm, for an opportunity to connect with fellow hospitality professionals while learning more about the support available to you and your teams.
For £20 per person, your place will include:
• Sector-focused networking with local hospitality businesses • A buffet lunch in a relaxed setting • A guest talk from Hospitality Action UK, who will explain how their charity supports hospitality employers and employees through challenges such as financial hardship, mental health support, and crisis assistance
This event is designed specifically for hospitality leaders and managers, offering practical insight as well as valuable peer connections.
Places are limited, so we encourage early booking to avoid disappointment.
Tuesday 24 March 2026
Unit S5, Branstone Business Park
9.00am – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members - £78 +vat per person
This one-day course is designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to
Event Details
Tuesday 24 March 2026
Unit S5, Branstone Business Park
9.00am – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members – £78 +vat per person
This one-day course is designed to give delegates the knowledge, skills and confidence to help those that have become unconscious, and those with minor injuries. The Emergency First Aid at Work Course also looks at the responsibilities of the Emergency First Aider. On successfully completing this course, attendees will be confident, safe, prompt and effective emergency first aider.
£78 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)
Thursday 26 March 2026
Goddards Brewery, Arreton
9.30am – 4.00pm
£16 per person
Have a business idea but not sure where to start? We help new businesses take their ideas from paper into practice.
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Thursday 26 March 2026
Goddards Brewery, Arreton
9.30am – 4.00pm
£16 per person
Have a business idea but not sure where to start? We help new businesses take their ideas from paper into practice. Join our business seminar for start-ups and get the tools, knowledge, and confidence to bring your idea to life.
This course is suitable for those with a business idea they wish to progress, through to those who have been in business for six months. We will take you through all the various aspects that need to be considered including: Market research, cash flow forecast, tax, national insurance, VAT, making tax digital, marketing, business names, bookkeeping, insurance, social media and websites, closing with an introduction to your business plan.
The one day workshop is delivered by an experienced business mentor, in a friendly manner, allowing you to get as many questions answered as possible. You will be spending a day with other like-minded people, embarking on the same journey, with the opportunity to network and share knowledge.
When starting in business you have to wear many hats, some fit well and others need adjustment. Come along and find out which areas you might need help with.
This course will be held at Goddards Brewery, Arreton – lunch and hot drinks will be included in the £16 course fee.
Thursday 26 March 2026
St Thomas Chamber, Newport
6.00 – 8.00pm
£10 + VAT per person
Join us for an evening of networking opportunity at the newly renovated St Thomas Chamber, hosted by Wightlife
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Thursday 26 March 2026
St Thomas Chamber, Newport
6.00 – 8.00pm
£10 + VAT per person
Join us for an evening of networking opportunity at the newly renovated St Thomas Chamber, hosted by Wightlife Group Ltd. IW Chamber members are invited to enjoy an evening of gin tasting from The Isle of Wight Distillery showcasing their Mermaid range, as well as a talk about how it came about and how it is made. Finished off with a fun quiz.