Patron Membership of the Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce and what it means for us
It is undoubtedly the case that the Chamber serves an extremely important function with the economy of the region and it is with this in mind that we decided in January of this year to commit to Patron membership.
In these uncertain times the success of any business is dependent on the economic conditions within the region in which the business is located. Breeze & Wyles Solicitors LLP has been a member of the Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce and Industry but perhaps could have used membership to its greater advantage. In recent times, it has become clear that it is very much in our interests to engage with the right people and to play an active role in the economic growth of the region.
In the recession, we have been generating a significant number of opportunities but were finding it increasingly difficult to reach potential customers despite the marketability of the propositions. Following discussions with the Chamber it has become clear that we and the Chamber have very similar development areas. It enables us to ensure that credible people demonstrate belief in the ideas that we have and assist us in promoting them for the benefit of the region.
An example of this is one that I have been trying to develop since I joined the firm in 1996. I was keen to provide a legal surgery within Hertfordshire that would allow potential clients to have a ‘sounding board’ for their problems, areas of development or potential successes. Over the years this has become increasing difficult to achieve. However, upon becoming a Patron member the Chamber has shown increasing interest in the various projects of which this is one. This project enables us to meet potential clients, and also to point potential clients to other professional service providers and businesses where opportunities may arise for them. In tandem with my ‘Lonely Business Owner’ blog to be found at http://www.breezeplus.co.uk/blog/ this provides some of the support that regional businesses may require particularly in the hoped-for growth phase of the economic cycle when development can be constrained by lack of funding and information.
Bearing this in mind we must ensure that we get value for money for our membership. This can only be achieved if we work hard at what we wish to achieve from it. As the economy grows so will our business and with this in mind we wish to participate closely with some of the educational establishments who are members to develop local talent and provide a solution to the skills gap. This will have a long term benefit for our business in that it will both provide excellence in new staff and further our objective to enhance the reputation of our brand.
We hope that our membership and involvement will enhance the profile of the Chamber and its benefits leading to both greater participation and increased membership. We look forward to working closely with the Chamber in the future
Brendan OBrien
Director and Head of Company/Commercial and Corporate Recovery
Monday, 29 March 2010
In these uncertain times the success of any business is dependent on the economic conditions within the region in which the business is located. Breeze & Wyles Solicitors LLP has been a member of the Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce and Industry but perhaps could have used membership to its greater advantage. In recent times, it has become clear that it is very much in our interests to engage with the right people and to play an active role in the economic growth of the region.
In the recession, we have been generating a significant number of opportunities but were finding it increasingly difficult to reach potential customers despite the marketability of the propositions. Following discussions with the Chamber it has become clear that we and the Chamber have very similar development areas. It enables us to ensure that credible people demonstrate belief in the ideas that we have and assist us in promoting them for the benefit of the region.
An example of this is one that I have been trying to develop since I joined the firm in 1996. I was keen to provide a legal surgery within Hertfordshire that would allow potential clients to have a ‘sounding board’ for their problems, areas of development or potential successes. Over the years this has become increasing difficult to achieve. However, upon becoming a Patron member the Chamber has shown increasing interest in the various projects of which this is one. This project enables us to meet potential clients, and also to point potential clients to other professional service providers and businesses where opportunities may arise for them. In tandem with my ‘Lonely Business Owner’ blog to be found at http://www.breezeplus.co.uk/blog/ this provides some of the support that regional businesses may require particularly in the hoped-for growth phase of the economic cycle when development can be constrained by lack of funding and information.
Bearing this in mind we must ensure that we get value for money for our membership. This can only be achieved if we work hard at what we wish to achieve from it. As the economy grows so will our business and with this in mind we wish to participate closely with some of the educational establishments who are members to develop local talent and provide a solution to the skills gap. This will have a long term benefit for our business in that it will both provide excellence in new staff and further our objective to enhance the reputation of our brand.
We hope that our membership and involvement will enhance the profile of the Chamber and its benefits leading to both greater participation and increased membership. We look forward to working closely with the Chamber in the future
Brendan OBrien
Director and Head of Company/Commercial and Corporate Recovery
Monday, 29 March 2010
Labels: chamber of commerce, Hertfordshire, Patron, regional economy
posted by Brendan O'Brien at
17:14
1 Comments:
This service offers the SME business owner great value and takes away the initial barrier to seeking (traditionally) costly advice. This is a breath of fresh air and a brilliant initiative to help business owners take the first step. I shall be happy to support this going forward as it can be a very "lonely" place when you are the owner of a small business. There is hope!
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30/3/10 3:03 PM
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