First Friday Networking

Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

Date: Friday 6th February 
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue: The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
This event is free to attend

Register in advance to let us know you're coming

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Thursday 12th February 
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Sussex County Football Association, Culver Road, Lancing BN15 9AX
This event is free to attend

Non-members  - We encourage you to give us a try, you are welcome to attend 3 events before we ask that you join so you enjoy the full benefits the Chamber offers. 

Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed. 

NETWORKING EVENT
Coffee & Connections at BizSpace

Join us for a relaxed networking morning in partnership with BizSpace. This informal event brings together BizSpace tenants and Chamber members for an easy-going chance to connect, chat, and share ideas over tea, coffee, and pastries.

There’s no set agenda or presentations, just time and space to meet new contacts, catch up with familiar faces and start conversations that might lead to future collaboration. 

Date: Wednesday 18th February 
Time: 7:30am - 9:00am
Venue: BizSpace Littlehampton, Courtwick Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex, BN17 7TL
This event is free to attend

CHAMBER TRAINING ACADEMY
Masterclass: Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini AI in Action

What will I get out of it? 

• You will leave this session with a clear idea of what Copilot and Gemini can and can’t do based on the Microsoft or Google licence that you have.
• You will learn how to build excellent prompts that give you output you want.
• You will learn what you can do with Copilot and Gemini in the apps such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail and more.
• You will learn how to build a simple Agent or Gem. For example, a custom tool that writes emails that sound exactly like you.

Note 1: This will be a hands-on workshop so please bring your laptop. Make sure you have tested logging in to either Copilot or Gemini (depending on whether you are a Microsoft or a Google user).

Note 2: Paid licences give more functionality and not all of the above will be available with all licences. This will be a great opportunity to find out what is possible with different versions.

Who is it by: Jane Hames, Glide Training 

Disclaimer: The notes, commentary, and comments made at or contained in this training course are personal to the Trainer and are not intended to be tailored to any particular factual situation. They are not intended to be representative of the Chambers view or opinion on any particular matter nor is the training intended to stand on its own. The Trainer and the Chamber cannot accept any responsibility for loss or consequential loss occasioned to any person acting or refraining from action as a  result of the material in this training course, its accompanying notes or comments made during the training whether by the trainer or any other party whether purporting to speak on the Chamber’s behalf or otherwise.

Cancellation Policy: Please note, cancellation must be made 7 days before event

First Friday Networking

Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

Date: Friday 6th March
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue: The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
This event is free to attend

Register in advance to let us know you're coming

CHAMBER TRAINING ACADEMY
Expert Hour: The Small Business Guide To Finding & Keeping The Right People

This expert session is designed for small business owners who do not have an HR or recruitment team and want a simple, practical approach to hiring well. Many small businesses learn recruitment through trial and error which often leads to wasted time, frustration and the wrong people joining the team. This workshop breaks it all down into clear, human and manageable steps.

What we will cover:
In this 1.5 hour session we will look at:

• How to define what you actually need before you advertise
• How to write an advert that attracts the right people
• How to shortlist effectively without spending hours reading CVs
• How to run a simple but revealing interview that shows whether the person will be a good fit
• How to avoid the most common mistakes that cost small businesses time and money
• How to keep good people once you’ve found them

Everything is designed with small businesses in mind. No jargon, no complicated models, just clear tools and examples you can use straight away.

Who it is for:
Small business owners, founders, managers and anyone who is responsible for hiring or people decisions but does not have formal recruitment training.

What people will walk away with:
• A simple step by step roadmap for their next hire
• Practical templates and questions they can use immediately
• More confidence in assessing people fairly and consistently
• Clarity on what “good” looks like when hiring in a small business
• A better understanding of how to keep the right people once they join

Expert:  Sam Pewsey, People Finding Consultancy 
"Hi, I’m Sam, and I’m the recruitment consultant behind People Finding Consultancy. I find the right people for the right roles, taking the stress out of recruitment and freeing you up to focus on running your business. With more than 20 years of experience, I’ve immersed myself in every aspect of the recruitment and employment process and have worked with organisations of all sizes, from sole traders to blue-chip companies. People Finding Consultancy isn’t a recruitment agency; I don’t have a list of people to sell you. I work in partnership with you to understand your needs – the role, your company values, your industry – then find you the right person who will add long-term value to your business. My superpower is matching people’s skillsets to roles where they can flourish. From job advert creation right through to final-stage interviews, you can entrust the entire process to me."

Disclaimer: The notes, commentary, and comments made at or contained in this training course are personal to the Trainer and are not intended to be tailored to any particular factual situation. They are not intended to be representative of the Chambers view or opinion on any particular matter nor is the training intended to stand on its own. The Trainer and the Chamber cannot accept any responsibility for loss or consequential loss occasioned to any person acting or refraining from action as a  result of the material in this training course, its accompanying notes or comments made during the training whether by the trainer or any other party whether purporting to speak on the Chamber’s behalf or otherwise.

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Thursday 19th March
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Sussex County Football Association, Culver Road, Lancing BN15 9AX
This event is free to attend

Non-members  - We encourage you to give us a try, you are welcome to attend 3 events before we ask that you join so you enjoy the full benefits the Chamber offers. 

This event is kindly sponsored by Dollop Creative

dollop is a tight-knit pool of crispy-fresh, but perfectly seasoned freelance talent. Designers, writers, code crackers – the tip-top, smartest heads, hearts and hands in the business. All handpicked and herded into one (virtual) place. With a single point of contact oiling all the parts to make your life as easy as a self-baking pie.

www.dollopcreative.co.uk

Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed. 

First Friday Networking

Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

Date: Friday 10th April 
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue: The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
This event is free to attend

Register in advance to let us know you're coming

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Thursday 16th April
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Sussex County Football Association, Culver Road, Lancing BN15 9AX
This event is free to attend

Non-members  - We encourage you to give us a try, you are welcome to attend 3 events before we ask that you join so you enjoy the full benefits the Chamber offers. 

This event is kindly sponsored by Dollop Creative

dollop is a tight-knit pool of crispy-fresh, but perfectly seasoned freelance talent. Designers, writers, code crackers – the tip-top, smartest heads, hearts and hands in the business. All handpicked and herded into one (virtual) place. With a single point of contact oiling all the parts to make your life as easy as a self-baking pie.

www.dollopcreative.co.uk

Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed. 

CHAMBER TRAINING ACADEMY
Annual Goal Setting Workshop - Free for Chamber Members!

Join us for a dynamic 3-hour workshop designed to help you set clear, actionable goals that align with your business vision. Whether you're refining your long-term strategy or just need help getting started, this interactive session will give you the tools, frameworks, and confidence to move forward with purpose.

• Explore the difference between short-, mid-, and long-term goals
• Learn how to craft SMART goals and understand OKRs (Objectives & Key Results) vs. KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
• Identify common roadblocks and how to overcome them
• Break your goals into a 90-day action plan with peer support

With hands-on exercises like creating a Business Vision Board, the SMART Goal Challenge, and working with an accountability partner, you'll leave with a solid plan—and the motivation to see it through.

Open to all Chamber members – reserve your spot now and make your next business year your best one yet!

Who is it by?

The workshop will be led by Paul Dallibar, Director of Gordian Solutions Ltd.

Disclaimer: The notes, commentary, and comments made at or contained in this training course are personal to the Trainer and are not intended to be tailored to any particular factual situation. They are not intended to be representative of the Chambers view or opinion on any particular matter nor is the training intended to stand on its own. The Trainer and the Chamber cannot accept any responsibility for loss or consequential loss occasioned to any person acting or refraining from action as a  result of the material in this training course, its accompanying notes or comments made during the training whether by the trainer or any other party whether purporting to speak on the Chamber’s behalf or otherwise.

Cancellation Policy: Please note, cancellation must be made 7 days before event

First Friday Networking

Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

Date: Friday 1st May
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue: The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
This event is free to attend

Register in advance to let us know you're coming

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Thursday 7th May
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Sussex County Football Association, Culver Road, Lancing BN15 9AX
This event is free to attend

Non-members  - We encourage you to give us a try, you are welcome to attend 3 events before we ask that you join so you enjoy the full benefits the Chamber offers. 

This event is kindly sponsored by Dollop Creative

dollop is a tight-knit pool of crispy-fresh, but perfectly seasoned freelance talent. Designers, writers, code crackers – the tip-top, smartest heads, hearts and hands in the business. All handpicked and herded into one (virtual) place. With a single point of contact oiling all the parts to make your life as easy as a self-baking pie.

www.dollopcreative.co.uk

Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed. 

First Friday Networking

Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

Date: Friday 5th June
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue: The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
This event is free to attend

Register in advance to let us know you're coming

CHAMBER TRAINING ACADEMY
Masterclass: Finance for the Non-Finance Professional 

Course details:  The course will aim to breakdown and explain the various aspects of accountancy in business for the non financial person. More often than not business owners are shown a set of company accounts or management accounts and don’t understand what they are looking at let alone, what they are signing off on. We will go through the various key aspects including the Profit and Loss, Balance Sheet, Management Accounts, Budgets and Cashflows. The aim will be simplify things and explain the terminology so that you feel more comfortable looking at figures.

Who is it for: Business owners and anyone involved in the financial side of running a business.   

What will I get out of it? By the end of the seminar you will have a clear understanding of financial statements and hopefully some useful tips to make things easier for you moving forward. You will also get a chance to ask any questions that you may have, no matter how trivial you think it may be. The chances are if you are thinking it, someone else is as well. Feel free to submit any specific items you want covered before the event and we will incorporate it for you.

Who is it by: Laura Clark from Galloways Accounting in Worthing. Laura has worked in accountancy for 13 years after having completed her degree in Accountancy and Finance. Laura is a fully qualified member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and holds her practicing certificate which allows her to fully manage her portfolio of clients.    

Disclaimer: The notes, commentary, and comments made at or contained in this training course are personal to the Trainer and are not intended to be tailored to any particular factual situation. They are not intended to be representative of the Chambers view or opinion on any particular matter nor is the training intended to stand on its own. The Trainer and the Chamber cannot accept any responsibility for loss or consequential loss occasioned to any person acting or refraining from action as a  result of the material in this training course, its accompanying notes or comments made during the training whether by the trainer or any other party whether purporting to speak on the Chamber’s behalf or otherwise.

Cancellation Policy: Please note, cancellation must be made 7 days before event

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Thursday 18th June
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Sussex County Football Association, Culver Road, Lancing BN15 9AX
This event is free to attend

Non-members  - We encourage you to give us a try, you are welcome to attend 3 events before we ask that you join so you enjoy the full benefits the Chamber offers. 

Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed. 

First Friday Networking

Join local businesses for a free networking event! 

First Friday is a networking event which is held on the First Friday of each month. These networking events have been going since 2009 and always have a variety of business sizes and industries attending each month. 

These events are organised by Tony Hedger from A&T Business Associates. and co-promoted by Worthing & Adur Chamber.

Date: Friday 3rd July 
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue: The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing BN11 3DZ
This event is free to attend

Register in advance to let us know you're coming

NETWORKING EVENT
Chamber Hub: FREE monthly networking event 

Join fellow members for our popular Chamber Hub  networking session. 

This is a relaxed and informal networking session where you can meet like-minded businesses and build on your connections.

You will have the chance to introduce yourself and your business, dig a bit deeper with some more in depth conversations and get to know the attendees a little bit more. 

Date: Thursday 9th July
Time: 12:30pm - 2:00pm 
Venue:  Sussex County Football Association, Culver Road, Lancing BN15 9AX
This event is free to attend

Non-members  - We encourage you to give us a try, you are welcome to attend 3 events before we ask that you join so you enjoy the full benefits the Chamber offers. 

Please note, there will be photography at this event, please speak to a member of the Chamber Team if you don't want to be photographed.