


Solent LEP seeking new director candidates
by Kathryn Morey | May 24, 2017 | News
The Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) is seeking prominent business leaders to join its Board of Directors. The Solent LEP board takes responsibility for shaping economic strategy in the region, including the development of a Strategic Economic Plan for the...
Ascensos to open 600 job contact centre on Isle of Wight
Scottish-based contact centre management specialist, Ascensos, announces today (Monday 22nd May) that the company is to open a new customer service centre on the Isle of Wight, creating up to 600 new jobs. The new facility, located in Cowes, will handle inbound...
IW Council leader and cabinet appointed
At the first meeting of the newly elected Isle of Wight Council following the local government elections of 4 May, Councillor Dave Stewart, leader of the Conservative Group, which holds 25 of the 40 seats on the council, was elected its leader until the next local...
Ransomware update from Hampshire Constabulary
Hampshire Constabulary is working to support the National Crime Agency (NCA) and City Of London Police, who are leading on the response to the international co-ordinated Wanna Cry ransomware attack. Whilst the attack is very much under control at this stage, it is...
More Ransomware Attacks Likely
by Kathryn Morey | May 15, 2017 | News
The NCSC’s latest statement regarding the international cyber incident. The latest statement from the NCSC (14/05/17): Since the global coordinated ransomware attack on thousands of private and public sector organisations across dozens of countries on Friday,...Events
may
12may9:00 am4:00 pmEmergency First Aid at Work Course – Delivered by Good Skills Training
Event Details
Monday 12 May 2025 YMCA, Shanklin 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
Event Details
Monday 12 May 2025
YMCA, Shanklin
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)
This course is delivered by Good Skills Training.
Time
(Monday) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU
14may9:00 am11:00 amNetworking Brunch at The Birdham
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Wednesday 14 May 2025 The Birdham, Bembridge 9.00am - 11.00am IW Chamber Members - £20 per person Non-Members - £40 per person An ideal opportunity for informal networking at The Birdham. If you’re new to
Event Details
Wednesday 14 May 2025
The Birdham, Bembridge
9.00am – 11.00am
IW Chamber Members – £20 per person
Non-Members – £40 per person
An ideal opportunity for informal networking at The Birdham. If you’re new to networking, our Brunch is the perfect way to get connected with like-minded business people.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
The Birdham
The Birdham, 1 Steyne Road, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, PO35 5UH
21may3:30 pm5:00 pmCoffee and Cake Networking
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Wednesday 21 May 2025 Caffe Isola, Newport 3.30pm - 5.00pm IW Chamber members - FREE Non-Members - £10 Join us for free, informal networking and a superb way to meet other members. A mid-week, late
Event Details
Wednesday 21 May 2025
Caffe Isola, Newport
3.30pm – 5.00pm
IW Chamber members – FREE
Non-Members – £10
Join us for free, informal networking and a superb way to meet other members. A mid-week, late afternoon opportunity to catch up with other members over hot drinks and something sweet.
Time
(Wednesday) 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Caffe Isola
85A St James' St, Newport, PO30 1LG
22may9:30 am4:00 pmRed Funnel Business Start Up Course
Event Details
We offer new businesses the opportunity to take their ideas from paper into practice. We offer a business seminar aimed at people who are starting a business. Get the tools
Event Details
We offer new businesses the opportunity to take their ideas from paper into practice. We offer a business seminar aimed at people who are starting a business. Get the tools you need to take your idea from the drawing board to the real world.
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.
Please note there is a £5 admin fee for this course.
This course is available for non-members.
Time
(Thursday) 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce
Unit S1, Branstone Business Park, Branstone, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ
june
06jun7:30 am9:00 amNetworking Breakfast at Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Event Details
Friday 6 June 2025 IW Steam Railway, Havenstreet 7.30am - 9.00am IW Chamber Members - £18 per person Non-Members - £36 per person Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at the Isle of Wight
Event Details
Friday 6 June 2025
IW Steam Railway, Havenstreet
7.30am – 9.00am
IW Chamber Members – £18 per person
Non-Members – £36 per person
Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway, with a hot breakfast and a great start to the business day, networking with other Chamber members. At 9am, attendees will be given the opportunity to go for a ride on the steam train.
Time
(Friday) 7:30 am - 9:00 am
Location
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
The Railway Station, Haven Street, Isle of Wight, PO33 4DS
16jun9:00 am12:30 pmFire Marshal Course – Delivered by Good Skills Training
Event Details
Monday 16 June 2025 YMCA, Shanklin 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
Event Details
Monday 16 June 2025
YMCA, Shanklin
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)
This course is delivered by Good Skills Training.
Time
(Monday) 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location
YMCA
Winchester House, Sandown Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight, PO37 6HU
25jun2:30 pm4:30 pmAfternoon Tea at Quarr Abbey
Event Details
Wednesday 25 June 2025 Quarr Abbey, Ryde 2.30pm - 4.30pm IW Chamber Members - £5 admin fee Join us for a fabulous networking opportunity, enjoying afternoon tea in the grounds of Quarr Abbey. A
Event Details
Wednesday 25 June 2025
Quarr Abbey, Ryde
2.30pm – 4.30pm
IW Chamber Members – £5 admin fee
Join us for a fabulous networking opportunity, enjoying afternoon tea in the grounds of Quarr Abbey. A hugely popular annual event, it’s a unique chance to engage with Chamber members whilst enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the Abbey. You can find out more about Quarr Abbey too.
Time
(Wednesday) 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location
Quarr Abbey
Quarr Abbey, Quarr Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 4ES
26jun9:30 am4:00 pmRed Funnel Business Start Up Course
Event Details
We offer new businesses the opportunity to take their ideas from paper into practice. We offer a business seminar aimed at people who are starting a business. Get the tools
Event Details
We offer new businesses the opportunity to take their ideas from paper into practice. We offer a business seminar aimed at people who are starting a business. Get the tools you need to take your idea from the drawing board to the real world.
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.
Please note there is a £5 admin fee for this course.
This course is available for non-members.
Time
(Thursday) 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce
Unit S1, Branstone Business Park, Branstone, Isle of Wight, PO36 0EQ