Event Type : Berkshire

Navigating the Multi-Generational Workforce – Adapting to the Future of Work

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, understanding and addressing the unique challenges and opportunities presented by a multi-generational workforce is crucial for success.

In the next few years, we will have 6 generations in the workplace. This will lead to challenges in the differences in communication styles, general work practices, collaboration and expectations from employers.

For this Business Leaders Forum, the second of this year, we are inviting Inspire, Lead and Business Alliance members to join us at this roundtable event to discuss how we can effectively manage this challenge.

Hear from the following from business leaders –

Natasha Johnson, Director, Organic P&O Solutions

Dr. Lucy Gill-Simmen, Vice-Dean for Education & Student Experience in the School of Business and Management, Royal Holloway, University of London

Lucas Thompson, Director, Thompsons Refurbishments

Agenda

09.45 – 10.00 – Arrival, coffee and networking

10.00 – 11.00 – Speaker presentations

11.15 – 11.40 – Round table discussion

11.40 – 12.00 – Networking and event closure

Our quarterly Business Leaders Forums are exclusive events for Inspire, Lead and Business Alliance members and are a perfect platform for engaging and informative discussion on dedicated issues.

Please contact Sarah Irving to book your space.

State of the Region

This business briefing will examine the results of the Q1 Quarterly Economic Survey from a regional and national perspective

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) is the largest independent business survey in the UK and a significant economic indicator.

As the most highly respected national survey, results are recognised as a key economic indicator by the Government, the Bank of England and independent economists and provide the evidence needed for the BCC to lobby Government.

The QES results for Q4 2024 showed concern about tax, including national insurance, had spiked. Business confidence had slipped to its lowest level since the aftermath of the mini-Budget in Autumn 2022. Taxation was the top external factor of concern, with 55% of companies expecting prices to go up, with labour costs the biggest driver.

How will the results differ for Q1 2025?  Join us for this QES Q1 briefing with sponsors James Cowper Kreston, who will be discussing the results and what they mean in real terms for local businesses with Yuan Yang, MP for Earley and Woodley and representatives from the British Chambers of Commerce.

We recommend local businesses attend this meeting to find out what the results mean for the economy going forward and plan accordingly.

Host – Tim Major, Senior Account Manager, Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce

Chair – Sue Staunton, Partner, James Cowper Kreston

Panel – David Bharier, British Chambers of Commerce and Yuan Yang MP for Earley and Woodley

The Chamber hosts the only region-wide, curated industry working group for the health and life sciences (HLS) sector.  We bring together industry leaders from global corporates, SMEs and spin-outs; academics and researchers; NHS hospital trusts and government representatives.

Inspired by the call from the Office for Life Sciences to bring together the industry cluster located across the region, our ambition remains to foster collaboration, information and knowledge exchange and advance the Thames Valley’s global reputation for HLS.  The continued importance, and value, of our working group is recognised by government in the invitation we receive to comment on government policy (most recently the Industrial Strategy white paper) and through our lobbying work in representing the business interests of the sector.

In April, and to mark the five years since it opened its doors, we will be hearing from the Rosalind Franklin Institute on their refreshed, forward-looking new Science Strategy (published 03/2025) with an “unashamedly ambitious set of technology innovation and life science challenges” and their mission to develop disruptive new technologies able to transform life sciences discovery.

Showcased at our most recent Windsor Debates, we will be hearing from one of the region’s true innovators (Brainomix) – who through the use and application of technology are turning the ordinary into extraordinary transforming patient care. We will also be learning more of the ambition of one Doctor, with the support of local Members of Parliament, to pilot ‘neighbourhood health and wellbeing hubs’ with the aim of fostering innovation and enhancing public health outcomes at local and primary-care levels, better known as ‘NHS Left-shift’.

These are a unique set of speakers directly involved in championing innovation and leadership in health and life sciences. We encourage you to register to avoid disappointment.

Speakers

Laura Holland, Rosalind Franklin Institute

Dr Amit Sharma, Partner, Brookside Group Practices

Michalis Papadakis, CEO Brainomix

Please note that this working group is by invitation only, with priority given to our members, companies from the health and life sciences sector or having an evidentially connection, through their supply chain. Please contact the Business Representation & Policy team for more information.

Photo Credit: Rosalind Franklin Institute 

Reading Business Networking and Meet The Chamber

We are delighted to be hosting this Reading Networking event at the new location of Holiday Inn, Reading South.

Chamber members and guests are encouraged to bring pop-up banners to showcase their business and engage in lively discussions and the event will include the opportunity to get the latest news and updates from the Chamber.

We are the largest and most influential business membership organisation in the Thames Valley and as one of the largest Chambers in the UK, and the only accredited Chamber of Commerce in the Thames Valley, we understand the importance of business networking.

We look forward to welcoming you to an event which promises to have an abundance of business and networking opportunities.

Details

Once your booking has been confirmed, we will be in contact with pre-event instructions, to ensure you get the maximum benefit from the event.

Guest passes

If you are a Reading based business and would like to come along, we have a limited number of complimentary tickets available – please use this link to book 

Questions?

Please email the Marketing Team if you have any questions regarding this event.

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We are delighted to welcome Clive Jones, MP for Wokingham and Liberal Democrat Spokesperson for Business and Trade, to the next in our series of Political Working Lunches.

Speaker

• Clive Jones, MP for Wokingham, Liberal Democrat Spokesperson for Business

• Introduction by TVCC
• ‘View from Westminster’ by Clive Jones, MP
• Conversation with selected businesses from the Thames Valley business community
• Q&A with delegates
• Networking and light buffet lunch

We are inviting all participants to submit questions to Clive Jones prior to the event.

Booking

This event is only open to TVCC members and priority will be given to Wokingham based companies.

To submit a question, please contact the Business Representation & Policy team

Business 101 Roundtable

From Values to Action: Cultivating a Sustainable Workplace Culture

Business planning is critical for the success of a small business. It provides a roadmap for navigating challenges,
seizing opportunities, and achieving sustainable growth.

A strong company culture can lead to positive outcomes such as increased productivity and employee retention and improved innovation. Healthy, happy employees should be every company’s goal, whatever the size of the business, but it’s not always easy to provide company benefits that suit all sizes. Thats why it’s so important to offer flexibility by providing a wide range of benefits both in monetary and non-monetary terms.

Join us for our second Business 101 Roundtable of the year, hosted by Account Manager Manoj Pandya, where you will initially hear from the panel on what they are doing to keep their employees engaged, happy and healthy, then join in the discussion as we talk about what employers are doing (and can do), to keep their workforce happy, whatever the company size.

The Thames Valley encompasses companies from all over the world, covering a wide range of sectors, who are bought together to in a connected business community. As a region, it is forecasted to be the highest-growing region in the UK, with a Gross Value Added (GVA) growth of 2.4% predicted for 2024-26. We are proud to be the largest and most influential business membership organisation in the region, with a wide events programme, including our Business 101 Roundtables, which are offered to our Discover, Inspire, Lead and Business Alliance members only.

Speakers:

Alison Thomson – The Safety Elf Read Speaker Bio

Dr Nisa Aslam – Inuvi Read Speaker Bio

Agenda:

9.30     Arrivals and networking

10:00   Presentations and Discussions

12:00   End of event

Our Business 101 Roundtables have limited spaces so please contact Manoj Pandya to book your place.

Thames Valley Growth Conference

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Bracknell Business Networking and Meet The Chamber

We are delighted to be hosting this Bracknell Networking event at the wonderful 3M Centre, UK!

Chamber members and guests are encouraged to bring pop-up banners to showcase their business and engage in lively discussions and the event will include the opportunity to get the latest news and updates from the Chamber.

We are the largest and most influential business membership organisation in the Thames Valley and as one of the largest Chambers in the UK, and the only accredited Chamber of Commerce in the Thames Valley, we understand the importance of business networking.

We look forward to welcoming you to an event which promises to have an abundance of business and networking opportunities.

Details

Once your booking has been confirmed, we will be in contact with pre-event instructions, to ensure you get the maximum benefit from the event.

Guest passes

If you are a Bracknell based business and would like to come along, we have a limited number of complimentary tickets available – please use this link to book 

Questions?

Please email the Marketing Team if you have any questions regarding this event.

Business Alliance Dinner

Taking place at the stunning venue of Cliveden House, we hope you can join our Summer Business Alliance event.

Keynote Speaker – Mark Hopwood CBE, Managing Director, GWR

More event information coming soon.

This event is exclusively for our Business Alliance members.  Please contact David Saab, Business Alliance Manager, to book your place.

TVCC Business Awards 2025

Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce will be recognising the talents, innovation and entrepreneurship of companies from across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Swindon at it’s annual Business Awards event.

Officially launched in March, with 13 major categories, a bumper number of members and non-members from across the Thames Valley, entered the prestigious Chamber led awards. 

Taking place on the 2nd July at the stunning Easthampstead Park Hotel in Bracknell, the black-tie gala dinner looks set to be an exciting night, with many keen to win a much-coveted award recognising their contribution in the industry.

Major sponsors have backed the awards including Fidelity Energy, Heathrow, James Cowper Kreston, MHA, Buckinghamshire New University, IBB Law, and CyberCrowd.

• Member Early Bird Single Ticket Price – £135 + VAT (£155+VAT) until 4th April 
• Non-Member Early Bird Single Ticket Price – £160 + VAT (£180+VAT) until 4th April 

To book a table of 10, please call 01753 870 500

• Member Early Bird Price – £1100 + VAT (£1300+VAT) until 4th April 
• Non-Member Early Bird Price – £1500 + VAT (£1700+VAT) until 4th April 

Bracknell Business Expo

Join hundreds of local businesses at the Bracknell Business Expo which is taking place on Thursday 10th July 2025 at The Coppid Beech Hotel.

Why attend?

Enjoy the opportunity to openly network with over 250 attendees from across Bracknell at this large business show, whilst exploring the exhibition packed with a variety of local exhibitors showcasing their services and promoting their latest products.

What’s on?

As well as a busy exhibition, there will also be free seminars and workshops from leading keynote and business speakers as well as a speed networking session which the Chamber will be running.

This event is completely free to attend and we look forward to seeing you there!

Book now via this link.

Chamber members get £100 off when booking a stand – use the code ThamesValleyChamber100

The Chamber hosts the only region-wide, curated industry working group for the health and life sciences (HLS) sector.  We bring together industry leaders from global corporates, SMEs and spin-outs; academics and researchers; NHS hospital trusts and government representatives.

Inspired by the call from the Office for Life Sciences to bring together the industry cluster located across the region, our ambition remains to foster collaboration, information and knowledge exchange and advance the Thames Valley’s global reputation for HLS.  The continued importance, and value, of our working group is recognised by government in the invitation we receive to comment on government policy (most recently the Industrial Strategy white paper) and through our lobbying work in representing the business interests of the sector.

In July, we will be looking specifically at one of the working groups ‘manifesto’ asks and considering improvements for regulatory pathways that can get the get the best care to patients. Shaping healthcare and steering healthcare towards excellence, equity, and compassion the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE) have an industry leading role to consider and address our future challenges and opportunities for health and care system, ensure value for money, and provide people with access to the best quality care.

Speaker

Sam Roberts, National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)

Please note that this working group is by invitation only, with priority given to our members, companies from the health and life sciences sector or having an evidentially connection, through their supply chain. Please contact the Business Representation & Policy team for more information.

Photo Credit: University of Reading 

Newbury Business Networking and Meet The Chamber

Join us for a special Meet the Chamber event at the Berkshire Youth Waterside Centre, situated in the centre of Newbury. 

Berkshire Youth, celebrating 85th birthday, are delighted to host and Chamber members and guests are encouraged to bring pop-up banners to showcase their business and engage in lively discussions.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, expand your network and discover new business opportunities in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. 

Guest Passes

If you are a Newbury based business and would like to come along, we have a limited number of complimentary tickets available – please use this link to book 

Parking

Parking is not available on site. The Waterside Youth & Community Centre (RG14 1DS) is ideally situated in Newbury town centre, within 5 minute walk of all car parks, the closest is the Camp Hobson car park although limited places RG14 1DS, while the Kennett Centre Car Park (Multi-story) RG14 5BN is the largest, please allow time to locate your parking space and walk to the centre with your pop up banner.      

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