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Networking is the single most powerful
marketing tool you can use to accelerate
and sustain success for your business. NI
Chamber, in partnership with First Trust
Bank, are continuing to deliver the ever
popular Networking Series throughout 2016,
generously hosted by member companies
right across Northern Ireland.
The events attract 100+ delegates, enabling
attendees to develop new and existing
business contacts. NI Chamber articulates the views
and needs of our members to
key decision-makers in local and
central government, who consult
us for feedback from the business
community when setting policy
locally and nationally. Additionally,
our Quarterly Economic Survey in
partnership with BDO is a highly
respected, authoritative piece
of research which influences the
Bank of England and Government
decision-making. NI Chamber
also provides members with
opportunities to engage with
Government directly via a number
of events.
For Access events, priority will be given to Corporate and Growth members
Minister on the Move, in partnership
with SSE Airtricity, is a series of
regional events with Ministers from
the NI Executive, with each event
hosted by a great local business.
The Minister on the Move series
aims to address opportunities for
growth around areas such as public
procurement and share best practice
from world class companies such as
Caterpillar (NI) Limited, SDC Trailers
Ltd and Randox Laboratories.
The format for the events includes
a ministerial address and an open
forum for delegates to engage with
the Minister and discuss pertinent
issues regarding growth and what
NI Executive can do to help grow the
private sector. The host company
then shares their success story
as well as provide a tour of their
facilities.
MINISTER ON THE MOVE SERIES
IN CAMERA SERIESThe Oxford English dictionary
defines ‘In Camera’ as to be kept
private or confined.
The In Camera series provides
NI Chamber members with the
opportunity to network and engage
with top level Government officials in
an intimate setting. It also provides
the various departments with an
opportunity to outline their roles, the
current challenges they are facing
and to engage with businesses in
support of their key objectives.
As it is in camera, nothing can be
reported or attributed to any of the
guests or speakers.
As the guest list is limited, the
events are enjoyable, stimulating and
intimate occasions ensuring guests
leave with all questions answered.
Attending an in camera dinner will
enhance your networking profile
and build relationships by direct
interaction and exchange of views
with key speakers, as well as other
NI Chamber members.
DANSKE BANK EXPORT FIRST
The Danske Bank Export First programme,
developed by NI Chamber, is a dynamic and
unique platform of support which seeks to
encourage and develop export activity, and
ultimately economic growth in Northern
Ireland, through the inspirational stories and
shared learning of our successful exporters.
New, aspiring and growing exporters have
the opportunity to access leading business
people, listen to how they have grown their
businesses in international markets, and
obtain advice on all aspects of commercial
development through export.
The 2016 programme consists of three Private
Dinners and two Ministerial events.
official airline
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CONNECTING FOR GROWTH
The Connecting for Growth programme,
in partnership with Bank of Ireland UK, is
designed to facilitate increased business
between companies from Northern Ireland
and the Republic of Ireland, enabling access
to larger firms with procurement needs at
Meet the Buyer events and improving sales
opportunities through networking and advice.
Programme participation includes:
• One to one pre-arranged appointments,
where companies are able to make a pitch
to large buying companies across a range
of sectors
• Advice from key experts on a range of
business themes, delivered in bite size
sessions
• Facilitated networking, increasing cross
border business opportunities.
This initiative consists of an annual flagship
cross border networking event as well as two
Meet the Buyer events.
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GROWING SOMETHING BRILLIANT CAMPAIGN
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Growing Something Brilliant (GSB), in
partnership with Electric Ireland, is a
campaign by NI Chamber that aims to inspire
local business people to grow their business,
employ more people and find new markets.
NI Chamber believes that by Growing
Something Brilliant we will develop our
economy, under our own steam and driven by
our own energy, commitment and ambition.
Through inspirational stories, and by
businesses helping each other, the campaign
aims to achieve the following objectives:
• to increase business confidence
• to inspire more businesses to set up and
grow through innovation, leadership and
export
• to help as many smaller companies as
practical move successfully and profitably
into export markets
Now in its fourth year, the GSB Campaign
has seen three major conferences and seven
events with over 23 inspirational speakers
and 2350 attendees.
NI Chamber in partnership with
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THE BUSINESS OF SPORT
ENERGY FORUM
KINGSPAN STADIUM BELFAST8.30AM - 11.00AM
PINSENT MASONS BELFAST2.45PM - 5.00PM
Members Only FREEMembers Only FREE
This sports themed business breakfast in partnership with BT, is the first NI Chamber event to take place at the fantastic Kingspan Stadium, home to Ulster Rugby.
The event will feature an interview with the highly motivational Shane Logan, who has led the hugely successful Ulster Rugby brand since 2010. Through his focus on innovation and commercial success, Ulster Rugby has emerged as a leader both on and off the pitch. Shane will be interviewed by Peter Russell, General Manager BT Business NI, himself a former Ireland rugby international both of whom will also take questions from the audience.
Guests will also:
• Meet with some of Ulster Rugby’s leading players over breakfast
• Take a tour of the Kingspan Stadium including the Nevin Spence Centre which houses the Ulster Rugby museum
NI Chamber in partnership with SONI are launching an Energy Forum in September, which will provide a bridge between energy providers and large energy users in Northern Ireland. The Energy Forum will meet four times per year and will share best practice on energy efficiency and inform businesses of significant changes ahead including securing critical planning permission for the North/South Interconnector, ISEM (Integrated Single Electricity Market), which will harmonise cross border trading arrangements across Europe which will change the way electricity is traded and generating capacity managed.
SPEAKERS INCLUDE:Ton Van Keken Senior Vice President of Operations, Interface in EuropeDr Patrick Keatley Research Fellow, Centre for Sustainable Technologies, University of Ulster
Please note this forum is limited to NI Chamber members and places are limited to one place per company
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14/09NI CHAMBER ANNUAL NETWORKING CONFERENCE & BUSINESS SHOWCASE
ST GEORGE’S MARKET BELFAST8.30AM - 2.00PM
Members FREENon Members £50+vat
The Annual Networking Conference
& Business Showcase is one of NI
Chamber’s flagship events. This
year’s event will be the biggest
yet, and the largest dedicated
networking event that Northern
Ireland has ever seen. With over
600 delegates, 100+ exhibition
stands, structured networking
sessions as well as breakout and
lounge areas; this event will have
all the usual hustle and bustle of St
George’s Market whilst giving local
businesses a platform to sell their
products and services in Belfast’s
original Marketplace.
The conference will feature an
inspirational keynote speech from
Stefanos Loukakos, Director SMB EMEA, Facebook. Delegates
will also have the opportunity
to hear from senior business
representatives speaking at our
panel sessions throughout the day,
offering advice and expertise in
areas such as Managing Talent and
Entrepreneurship.
Your business cannot afford to miss this event! Don’t forget to register.
sponsored by supporting sponsors
23/08NI CHAMBER NETWORKING SERIESLOUGH ERNE RESORT AND SPA11.30AM - 2.00PM
Members FREENon Members £50+vat
The Networking Series is on the
road again! Join us and over 100
businesses at the fantastic Lough
Erne Resort and Spa, in County
Fermanagh. Build you network over
lunch at one of Northern Ireland’s
most luxurious resorts. The event will
feature structured networking and
the opportunity to meet new business
contacts.
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16/09NI CHAMBER GOLF DAY
ROYAL BELFAST GOLF CLUB8.30AM - 5.00PM
Members: £95+vat per individual or £380+vat per 4 ballNon Members: £120+vat per individual or £480+vat per 4 ball
We hope you and your clients can
join us at the prestigious Royal
Belfast Golf Club for our annual NI
Chamber Golf Day. Situated on the
beautiful North Down coastline, the
oldest golf club in Ireland boasts a
challenging course and unrivalled
views.
Enjoy breakfast on arrival and the
opportunity to network with business
colleagues. This will be followed by
18 holes of golf and a 2 course lunch
with wine.
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01/09MINISTER ON THE MOVEINTERFACE11.45AM- 1.55PM
Members Only FREE
In September, the Minister on the
Move Series sees Finance Minister Máirtín Ó Muilleoir travel to Interface
in Lurgan. Interface is the world’s
largest manufacturer of commercial
carpet tiles and is setting the pace for
development of modular carpet using
materials and processes that take less
from the environment.
Delegates will receive a departmental
update from the Minister before
hearing the growth story of Interface,
followed by a tour of the facilities.
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09/11IN CAMERATHE EUROPA HOTEL BELFAST5.30PM - 8.00PM
NI Chamber is delighted that the
Minister for Infrastructure, Chris Hazzard MLA and Permanent Secretary, Peter May will join
members for our final In Camera
event of 2016. Minister Hazzard
will outline his role and discuss
any current challenges his
Department may face.
Limited to 40 guests, the event
allows you to engage with the
Minister in an intimate setting
giving you the opportunity to
interact and put your questions
directly to the Minister, face-
to-face. You will also have the
opportunity to enhance your
networking profile and build
relationships with other NI
Chamber members. These events
fill up quickly, so book early to
avoid disappointment.
Members £40+vatNon Members £100+vat
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16/11DANSKE BANK EXPORT FIRSTGENESIS CRAFTY MAGHERAFELT9.45AM - 12.00PM
This Danske Bank Export First Ministerial event will see Michelle McIlveen, Minister for the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs visit Genesis Crafty in Magherafelt.
The Northern Ireland based, award-winning bakery thrives by retaining key values such as using only high quality ingredients and hand-baking in small batches.
Delegates will learn about the journey of Genesis Crafty; originally a simple home bakery with just one bread cart, just over four decades later it is a multi-million pound enterprise and a truly modern bakery but with artisan values.
Delegates will also receive a departmental update from the Minister before taking a tour of the facilities.
Members FREENon Members £50+vat
20/10DANSKE BANK EXPORT FIRST PRIVATE DINNER
THE MERCHANT HOTEL BELFAST5.30PM - 8.00PM
BY INVITE ONLY
As part of the Danske Bank Export First series, guests are invited to attend a private dinner with Ashley Pigott, Managing Director of AJ Power.
AJ Power specialises in the volume manufacture and design of diesel generating sets and is highly active in a market that is growing rapidly, in order to keep pace with the rising demand for electricity. AJ Power are at the forefront of technology to meet this demand. Since its inception in 2003, the company has maintained continuous and remarkable growth, with its products now being exported to over 80 countries around the world.
Through a roundtable discussion with a select group of business leaders, Ashley will share the inspirational growth story of AJ Power and how he has led them to global success.
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The cross-border meet the buyer continues with another exciting line-up of buyers and diverse range of procurement needs. This event will give participants an opportunity to:
• Make a pitch to private sector buyers across a range of sectors
• Network and develop links with each other through speed networking
• Access business advice to support company growth
Our buyers on the day will include: Schlumberger, Applegreen, Musgrave Market Place, and Munster Simms, with more buyers coming on board.
Programme application forms and buyer requirements are available from Gabi Burnside on [email protected]
Members FREENon Members £50+vat
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03/11MINISTER ON THE MOVESANDVIK BALLYGAWLEY9.45AM - 11.50AM
The fourth and final event in
the 2016 series will take place
with the Education Minister, Peter Weir at Sandvik, the
first company in the world to
succeed in using the Bressemer
method for steel production
on an industrial scale. Since
its conception, Sandvik have
developed a strategy to focus
on high quality and added
value goods, invested in R&D
and built up their export trade,
whilst broadening the range of
products that they supply.
The Minister will provide a
Departmental update and take a
few questions from the audience.
Delegates will also hear the
growth journey of Sandvik before
taking a tour of their facilities.
Members Only FREE
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12/10NI CHAMBER NETWORKING SERIES
SOUTH EASTERN REGIONAL COLLEGE BANGOR8.30AM - 10.30AM
Members FREENon Members £50+vat
The Networking Series, sponsored
by First Trust Bank, offers delegates
the opportunity to meet, engage
and participate in structured
networking activities designed to
create new business relationships
and opportunities with 100+
business delegates. October sees the
Networking Series travel to Bangor,
County Down, hosted by South
Eastern Regional College.
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19/10GROWING SOMETHING BRILLIANT LEADERSHIP BREAKFASTTHE LIFE CENTRE BRUCE STREET, BELFAST8.15AM - 10.00AM
Members FREENon Members £50+vat
For the final Growing Something Brilliant Leadership event in the 2016 series, NI Chamber is delighted to invite you to hear from the inspirational Anne Heraty, Chief Executive Officer of Cpl Resources plc.
Anne established Cpl Resources plc. in 1989 and as Chief Executive has played a key role in developing it into Ireland’s leading employment services company.
Anne will be joined by Jim Dollard, Executive Director, Electric Ireland and John Healy, Managing Director, Allstate NI for a panel session exploring the current economic challenges facing businesses.
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11/10IN CAMERA
Members £40+vatNon Members £100+vat
HILTON HOTEL BELFAST5.30PM - 8.00PM
NI Chamber is delighted that Minister Simon Hamilton MLA, from the
Department for the Economy will
join members for an In Camera dinner
this Autumn. Minister Hamilton
will outline his role and discuss any
current challenges his Department
may face.
Limited to 40 guests, the event
allows you to engage with the
Minister in an intimate setting giving
you the opportunity to interact
and put your questions directly
to the Minister, face-to-face. You
will also have the opportunity to
enhance your networking profile
and build relationships with other
NI Chamber members. These events
fill up quickly, so book early to avoid
disappointment.
sponsored by
08/11PROTECTING YOUR BRAND IN A DIGITAL WORLD – THE LEGAL TOOLBOXPINSENT MASONS LANYON PLACE, BELFAST8.30AM - 10.00AM
In a digital world your brand and
reputation is more easily threatened
than ever before; the tools that
companies use to access their
customers can be turned against them.
Disgruntled customers, action groups,
rogue employees and competitors all
have a voice and a channel to make
themselves heard. But you don’t have to
lose control.
Expert management and fast action can
limit damage. This seminar will focus on:
• the legal tools your organisation
has when faced with a
reputational crisis
• whether, when and how to use
these legal tools
• how a combined legal and PR
strategy can help you take
control of the narrative
Members Only FREE
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NI CHAMBER MEMBERSHIPESSENTIAL MEMBERSHIP
GROWTH MEMBERSHIP
CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP
For small business owners who want the opportunity to network and build capacity locally.
For ambitious mid-size companies; focused on growth locally and internationally.
For leading companies; indigenous and multinational organisations who help drive the development of the economy.
£550 +vat £1250 +vat £2500 +vat
KIRSTY McMANUSHead of Business [email protected]
For further information on joining NI Chamber, or to find out how to maximise your membership, please email:
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Members FREENon Members £50+vat
The final event in the Networking
Series with First Trust Bank will be
a Christmas Special! Join us for
an evening of festive cheer with
networking, refreshments and
seasonal entertainment.
Further details will be announced on
www.northernirelandchamber.com
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15/12NI CHAMBER CAROL SERVICEST ANNE’S CATHEDRAL FOLLOWED BY REFRESHMENTS AT ULSTER UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL6.00PM - 8.00PM
All Welcome, FREE to attend
The Annual NI Chamber Christmas
Carol Service will take place in St
Anne’s Cathedral, Belfast with the
gracious permission of the Dean
and Cathedral Board. The service
will finish around 7.00pm and guests
will depart to the Ulster University
Business School, Belfast Campus for
a Christmas Reception with mulled
wine and mince pies. The perfect way
to end a perfect evening.
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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your profile and deliver key messages to a captive business audience
sales and generate new business as a result of new connections made
directly with current and potential customers and stakeholders
government policy whilst networking with key influencers
WHAT DO WE OFFER?• At NI Chamber we work closely
with our sponsors to ensure you get the maximum return on investment through leading PR opportunities and the potential to showcase your business and deliver key messages to a captive audience.
• With over 60 events per year, we have high levels of engagement from right across the Northern Irish business community and beyond.
• We have opportunities available to suit all budgets; enquire now for details and find out how sponsorship with NI Chamber can help to put your business in the spotlight.
HOW DO I SPONSOR AN EVENT?
For further information on the opportunities available please contact:
Louise Turley, Assistant Head of Business Services E: [email protected] T: 028 9024 4113
Ann McGregor, Chief Executive E: [email protected] T: 028 9024 4113
Please note that due to high demand, sponsorship opportunities will be secured in order of bookings received. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
“This is the source of help and support that you need to get you along the way”Mark Nodder, Wrightbus
BECOME A CORPORATE MEMBER OF NORTHERN IRELAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY…
Reinforce your position as a leading company in Northern Ireland and demonstrate a clear commitment to the development of the Northern Ireland Economy.
INFLUENCEOur role is to champion business. So we work hard to take business interests right to the top of the political agenda. We get your message across to key decision-makers in local and central government, and they consult with us when setting policy locally and nationally;
• Priority access to events with senior Government officials and key decision-makers.
• Opportunity to shape our policy work through representation on external working groups which give access at the highest levels of government – directly or using our voice.
• Align your brand with the highly regarded and highly visible NI Chamber brand.
CONNECTIONSOur unrivalled regional, national and international networks bring you together with the people who can share best practice or introduce you to prospective customers;
• Network at 60+ events per year.
• Research shows, affiliation with the Chamber translates into business results.
• Engage with a highly targeted senior audience of Northern Ireland business decision-makers.
• Use our NI Chamber member lounge as your space in the city.
• Account management by our Head of Business Development to ensure you maximise your membership.
If you are interested in membership of our exclusive Corporate level, or NI Chamber membership in general, please contact our Head of Business Development on:
KIRSTY McMANUS | [email protected] | Or call 02890 894 092
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