At Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Industry, we’ll support your business through first class services to help your business grow and prosper. We lead business in Dorset and connect businesses together through our membership. We have been doing this since 1949 and are fully accredited by the British Chambers of Commerce meaning we are able to provide a unique network with a local and nationally recognised and respected voice.
At the heart of what we do is hosting premier premier business events and training for our members. Our annual event’s calendar is full with high-value events all geared for building your network, raising your profile, improving your bottom line as well as addressing the key issues in our business community. Our events are varied, engaging and enjoyable and tailored for various levels within business. and available to all our members, are Our upcoming events can be viewed on our calendar page.
Our well-established International Trade Services team offer business support and advice on exporting for business growth to both seasoned and/ or new exporters and our expert and friendly team are available to assist your business with all your export requirements including documentation, payments, training and advice.
Investing in the future
The benefits of apprenticeships and traineeships are becoming increasingly obvious to Dorset businesses. It’s a fact that apprenticeships develop a motivated, skilled and qualified workforce and progressive businesses are now making them a key part of their future long-term strategy.
Dorset Business News
GDPR Checklist
Bournemouth based IT security company, ESET UK, suggest five important points to focus on when considering your organisations GDPR compliance. GDPR is about to change the way we think about personal d …
BOFA Launches Powerful Woodworking Dust Extraction Units
BOFA International, a global leader in fume and dust extraction technology, has launched a new range of woodworking dust extraction units for small workshops and schools and colleges. The new DustPRO …
Ward Goodman To Host Seventh Annual Dorset Charities Conference With An Agenda To Inspire Collaborative Thinking
Ward Goodman, the Dorset based firm of Chartered Accountants and Independent Financial Advisers, will be hosting their annual Dorset Charities Conference on Thursday 5th July at Queen Elizabeth School …
Over £500k Worth Of IT Infrastructure Invested To Secure Future Of The i247 Group
With legislation changes to the Data Protection Act and the industry entering the digital age of ‘big data’ users are slowly requiring more from vehicle data to support delivery of their services. To …
50-plus proves a success again
Recruiters’ Forum Addresses Issue Businesses ‘Can’t Afford To Ignore’
Dolphin Shopping Centre Pedals 145 Miles In Aid Of Homeless Charity
Bournemouth University local impact study update
Bournemouth’s Travel Shop Opened
Upcoming Events
June Business Breakfast – Rick Stein
08:00 - 10:00**Fully Booked**Join us on Tuesday 5th June for a facilitated breakfast networking session with a vi …
June Meet the Chamber – Banque & Bohem
17.30 - 19.15If you are interested in joining the Chamber or you're looking to get the most out of your Membe …
Dorset Chamber Annual President's Lunch
12.00 - 15.30The President's Lunch is one of Dorset Chamber's most prestigious events of the year and a d …
July Networking Lunch – RNLI College
12.00 - 14.30Our July Networking Lunch will be held at the RNLI College, Poole, with grand sweeping views of Hole …