About the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce

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.

Tuesday 28 January 2024
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.

Wednesday 29 January 2025
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.

Friday 31 January 2025
All day
IW Chamber members – £250+vat per person
Limited Availability

What is the course and who is it for?

Whether you are an experienced, long-serving director, newly appointed or an aspiring director, this course will give you a fresh and unique insight into an ever-growing role and responsibilities accompanying the position.

Benefits

This course is for you if you want to:

• Learn more about the role of the duties and legal obligations of the director and the board
• Gain insight into corporate governance
• Understand the Company Act 2016 and its implications for businesses
• Understand the difference between thinking strategically and operationally
• Increase confidence to challenge and influence board level decisions and company direction
• Learn strategies for shaping and influencing change and transformation

On completion of this programme, you will gain:

• An understanding of the duties, roles and legal obligations of the director and the board
• An in-depth understanding of the Company Act 2006 and its implications for businesses, along with the legal and regulatory environment businesses must operate in
• Deep insight into corporate governance and how it influences the responsibilities, accountabilities and activities of the board
• A recognition of the approach to take as a director, both in and out of the boardroom and how to improve personal effectiveness
• The ability to identify and understand the crucial differences between direction, management and ownership
• An understanding of how to identify good governance and interpret, assess, and manage corporate risk
• The ability to develop strategies and approaches for the effective management of stakeholders at board level
• Recognition of the importance and influence that corporate values have in the development of a successful, responsible and ethical business
• Increased confidence to challenge and influence board-level decisions and company direction

Wednesday 5 February 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.

Thursday 6 February 2025
Luccombe Hall, Shanklin
3.30pm – 5.30pm
IW Chamber Members – £20 per person

IW Chamber members and their guests are invited to join us for a Sparkling Afternoon Tea in the Grand View Restaurant at Luccombe Hall.

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Friday 7 February 2025
Bluebells at Briddlesford
7.30am – 9.00am
IW Chamber Members – £18  per person
Non-Members – £36 per person

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

Please click here to book your place.

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 26 February 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.

BOOK YOUR PLACE HERE