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.

To book a place on the course please click here.

Wednesday 20 November 2024
Caffe Isola, Newport
3.30pm – 5.00pm
IW Chamber members – FREE
Non-Members – £10

Our regular Coffee & Cake networking session at Caffe Isola goes festive! Join us for afternoon networking with a mince pie. It’s a superb way to meet other members informally, in the great setting of Chamber patrons Caffe Isola.  If you’re new to networking, it’s a brilliant way to get started and promote your business.

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Friday 22 November 2024
CutLaserCut, The ‘Green Hangar’ Scotchells Brook Lane, Sandown
10.00am – 11.00am
IW Chamber Members – FREE

Learn about the wonders of laser cutting and CNC engineering on this exclusive IW Chamber member tour. From small one-off B2C projects to large B2B designs and production runs, locally and internationally, CutLaserCut can make your ideas! Email them your artwork by Thursday 21 November and they can laser your design while you watch.

Please click here to book your place.

Wednesday 27 November 2024
The Garlic Farm
9.00am – 11.00am
IW Chamber Members – £20 per person
Non-Members – £40 per person

An ideal opportunity for informal networking in the great setting of The Garlic Farm. It’s a smaller alternative to our breakfast event – join us for brunch, with a capacity for 30 people. If you’re new to networking or prefer smaller events, our Brunch is the perfect way to get connected with like-minded business people.

Please click here to book your place.

Monday 2 December 2024
YMCA, Shanklin
9.00am – 12.30pm
IW Chamber members – £65 +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.  

 £65 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)

This course is delivered by Good Skills Training.

Friday 6 December 2024
Quay Arts, Newport
7.30am – 9.00am
IW Chamber Members – £18  per person
Non-Members – £36 per person

Join us for an excellent networking opportunity at Quay Arts, with a hot breakfast and a great start to the business day, networking with other Chamber members.

Please click here to book your place.

Monday 9 December 2024
YMCA, Shanklin
9.00am – 4.00pm
IW Chamber members – £74 +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.

 £74 +vat per person (this includes the certificate and manual)

This course is delivered by Good Skills Training.

Thursday 12 December 2024
8.30am-9.30am & 3.30pm-4.30pm
IW Chamber members only

IW Chamber Members are invited to join the exclusive webinar led by BCC’s David Bharier, Head of Research and William Bain, Head of Trade Policy.

The session will dive into the latest macro trends identified in our Trade Survey research and attendees will gain in-depth insights into BCC’s latest trade policies and analysis, arming you with valuable information for navigating today’s trade landscape.

To accommodate our international audience this webinar will be held twice, offering attendees from different time zones the flexibility to join. Each session will cover the same agenda, so please register for the time that best suits your schedule.