Dorset Chamber

Calling all business leaders and HR professionals in Dorset who are tackling the challenges of today's evolving workforce. Join us at The People Festival, a unique Conference and Expo designed to help you: - Boost productivity - Improve retention - Enhance recruitment outcomes What to Expect: - Inspirational speakers and panels sharing insights on key #HR topics including #digitalskills, #legal changes, #neurodiversity, #induction, #leadership, #talentpipelines #skillstraining and much more. - 30+ exhibitors showcasing support services and #funded support. - Bitesize sessions to maximize your time. - #Networking opportunities with fellow professionals. 📅Thursday, February 13, 2025, Vitality Stadium - AFC Bournemouth Register for your free place and view agenda >> https://ow.ly/2M8f50Uzcnw This event is funded by UK Government and is supported by Dorset LSIP Dorset Chamber BCP Council Dorset Council UK Dorset Careers Hub Dorset LEP Dorset and Somerset Training Provider Network Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) #ThePeopleFestival #Dorset #HR #WorkforceDevelopment #EmployeeRetention #Apprenticeships #Inclusivity #Diversity

Start the new year by connecting with like-minded young professionals in Dorset. This social walk is specially designed for individuals aged 18–35 who want to meet fellow future leaders in a relaxed, informal setting. Book online now: https://lnkd.in/e5gq3ucu We’ll meet at the Marsham Court Hotel, where you can park and sign your car in at reception. From there, we’ll take a scenic, hour-long walk along the beach, followed by a cozy coffee session in the hotel’s dog-friendly Snug. Thanks to our sponsors, Forvis Mazars Group and Frettens Solicitors #FutureLeaders #DorsetChamber #YoungProfessionals #MarshamCourtHotel

First customer connected in South Wiltshire under Project Gigabit A new era of ultrafast broadband is underway in South Wiltshire, as internet service provider Wessex Internet connects its first customer as part of the Government’s Project Gigabit in South Wiltshire. Read the full story on the Dorset Chamber website: https://lnkd.in/eB8RdeqB #DorsetChamber #BusinessNews #DorsetNews #WessexInternet #ProjectGigabit

Join Dorset Chamber for our popular Connecting in Nature breakfast walk starting at Hengistbury Head, Bournemouth. Book online now: https://lnkd.in/eikWjV9H Physical activity and getting outside to enjoy nature are vital to our overall health and wellbeing. Our Connecting in Nature breakfast walks have been extremely popular, and with limited spaces available, we recommend you sign up to ensure your spot. Thank you to our health and wellbeing sponsor: Lester Aldridge Ian Girling Theresa Higgins Paul Taylor Caroline Sharp Kat Freeman Dominic Arthurs Sue Herbert Donna Hart Kellie Oxborrow Tom Bennett #DorsetChamber #ConnectingInNature #HealthAndWellbeing #LesterAldridge

Premier Business Partner, Lester Aldridge, has announced the appointment of Amanda Nelson as a Partner in its Private Wealth team, based in the firm’s London office. Read more here: https://ow.ly/FXAb50UvPjR Amanda brings a broad range of experience in tax planning, estate and succession planning, and trust matters for both UK and international clients. She specialises in advising individuals and families on inheritance and capital gains tax, domicile, residence and remittance planning, family governance, and philanthropy, as well as working with family businesses. Her expertise spans both onshore and offshore trust and succession matters, making her a valuable addition to the Private Wealth team. #DorsetChamber #LesterAldridge #Recruitment

Wishing you a very Happy Christmas! We hope you have a peaceful and relaxing festive season. The Dorset Chamber Team

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Important artefacts and shipwreck excavations were on display in Poole for the visit of a local MP. Jessica Toale, MP for Bournemouth West, visited the Maritime Archaeology Sea Trust (MAST) site in Poole to meet with Bournemouth University Archaeology & Anthropology archaeologists to learn more about their work, and the items they have recovered from some of the most important shipwrecks off the south coast. Archaeologists have been working to excavate and preserve finds from shipwrecks such as the Swash Channel Wreck, HMS Invincible, and the 1250 Wreck, with some of the artefacts on display for the local MP. Finds included the grave slabs and Purbeck stone mortars from the 1250 Wreck, which sank off the Dorset coast during the reign of Henry III in the thirteenth century, as well as several ornately carved portions of the Swash Channel Wreck, a 17th Century Dutch vessel. Read more on the Dorset Chamber website: https://lnkd.in/eDFzZKgg #DorsetChamber #DorsetNews #BournemouthUniversity #BusinessPartners Bournemouth University

The festive period can be a stressful time with extra family pressures, present shopping, money worries and end of year fatigue. So, it’s more important than ever to be looking after your wellbeing to ensure you thrive rather than simply survive this festive period. The team at Zest Lifestyle have put together a festive first aid kit built around each of the Zest pillars of vitality - have a look here: https://lnkd.in/eKAtxvqP #DorsetChamber #ZestLifestyle #Festive #FirstAid #MentalHealthMatters

Wessex Internet’s network build teams have officially started work to bring full fibre broadband to communities across Dorset and South Somerset, starting construction for the company’s £33.5 million government-funded Project Gigabit contract. This is the start of an extensive programme of build that will reach 21,400 homes and businesses, providing lightning-fast, gigabit-capable broadband to rural communities across South and West Dorset and South Somerset that would otherwise be left behind. Read more on the Dorset Chamber website: https://lnkd.in/ekxKhkgU #DorsetChamber #DorsetNews #WessexInternet #Broadband #Construction