What’s happening at the Chamber....
Terry Waite CBE speaks at the St George's Day Lunch 2013
Sponsored by Clydesdale Bank Photo Gallery https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.198846033573011.1073741830.146866645437617&type=1 Read More
St George's Day Lunch 2013 - Auction Brochure
Browse the amazing items we have available this year due to the generosity of local contacts and businesses. We are suppporting Emmaus UK this year. Read More
Chamber Annual General Meeting 2013 - President's report
Peter Goodman, President gives his annual report to the Chamber members Read More
Magna Carta 800th Anniversary
ST ALbans - The Journey starts here! Read More
Business briefing on economic development measures
Business leaders in St Albans district heard today (5 December) about plans to support the local economy. Read More
The Chamber Directory 2013 - Do you want to be in it?
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The Chamber Ball 2012
Saturday 24th November 2012 - Kindly sponsored by Santander Corporate Banking Read More
Community Business Awards 2012 - The Winners!
We are delighted to announce the finalists for 2012 as follows: Read More
VOTE NOW Community Business Awards 2012
In recognition of the contribution of business to the community of the St Albans District Any business or individual in the St Albans District is eligible for nomination and the award in each category will be judged by the St Albans District Chamber of Commerce. The Community Business Awards are recognition of the contribution of business to the community of the St Albans District. You can nominate yourself, your business, or any other individual or business for one or more of the awards. (Event sponsors are excluded from entry.) Read More
How will you be celebrating The Diamond Jubilee Weekend?
We are delighted to announce two fantastic days to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee Bank Holiday Weekend with the Chamber! Read More
St George's Day Charity Auction 2012
Click on the link to preview the fantastic items up for auction this year. Read More
New Chamber President - Mr Peter Goodman
After 3 years of dedicated service Graham Lane handed over the Presidency to Mr Peter Goodman at our Annual General Meeting. Read More
St Albans City Centre for the 21st Century
Business Breakfast with the Prince's Foundation for the Built Environment Read More
University of Hertfordshire Vice Chancellor speaks to the Chamber
Professor Quintin McKellar was the guest speaker at the Chamber Business Breakfast this week - held at The Quality Hotel, St Albans. Read More
Chamber Community Business Awards Winners 2011
In recognition of the contribution of business to the community of the St Albans District Read More
Top Tips on Angels Funding
Top Tips on Angels Funding - Where Entrepreneurs Meet Investors! Read More
Next Herts Business Alliance Breakfast - Thursday 15th September 7.30am
Join forces with us, the Watford Chamber and Watford Football Club for our next joint networking event Read More
Bring your business to the slopes this July!
Join the Chamber for a networking evening at The Snow Centre, Hememl Hempstead. Full buffet and networking opprtunity with an option to tajke advantage of a Snowboard/Ski lesson with a professional instructor. Wenesday 13th July 2011 6pm Read More
Nominations for the Community Business Awards 2011
Nominations for the Community Business Awards 2011 Read More
Phil Tufnell raises the roof at annual St George's Day Lunch
Phil Tufnell entertains Chamber members to celebrate St George Read More
Head of Planning and Building Control at SADC Speaks at Forthcoming Chamber Breakfast
This event is kindly sponsored by Collinson Hall Commercial Read More
Budget Summary 23rd March 2011 from PwC
PwC's analysis and views about how the measures could affect you! Read More
Challenge 66 - World Record Marathon Attempt Comes to St Albans Tuesday 29th March
66 Marathons in 66 days in aid of The Soldiers Charity!! Come and meet Andy at Nuffield Health St Albans the night before his St Albans run and hear his inspiring story behind this challenge. 6.30pm Highfield Park Drive, St Albans, Herts. Read More
Business Breakfast at Nuffield Health, St Albans
Business Breakfast at Nuffield Health, St Albans on Wednesday 6th April at 7.30am. Free one week membership for the club with every booking! Read More
Chamber AGM
The Chamber Annual General Meeting takes place on Thurs 3rd March at 6.15pm. The Evening continues with a buffet supper and Comedy Read More
Networking Lunch this Friday at Award Winning Restaurant Lussmanns
Networking Lunch this Friday at Award Winning Restaurant Lussmanns Read More
Hornets Join with Chambers to Launch "Herts Business Alliance"
Over 1,000 companies are set to join networking forces with the launch of the Hertfordshire Business Alliance. Read More
January 18th Chamber Business Breakfast - The Economy
January 18th Chamber Business Breakfast - The Economy Read More
Chamber Evensong at St Albans Cathedral
Chamber Evensong at St Albans Cathedral 16th December 5.30pm Read More
St Albans Dictrict Council CEO Speaking at December 1st Chamber breakfast
St Albans Dictrict Council CEO Speaking at December 1st Chamber breakfast. Daniel Goodwin, Chief Executive of St Albans District Council returns to speak to the Chamber on Wednesday 1st December at Kashu. COme and listen to what Daniel has to say about the spending review and other matters that may affect your business. Read More
St Albans Business is talented!
St Albans Business is talented! Read More
SKY SPORTS PRESENTER PUTS THE HERTS 10K IN THE PREMIER LEAGUE
SKY SPORTS PRESENTER PUTS THE HERTS 10K IN THE PREMIER LEAGUE Read More
Winners of the Community Business Awards 2010!
Old Albanians Sport Club on Harpenden Road was the setting for the third year of The St Albans District Chamber of Commerce Community Business Awards. The awards recognised the outstanding contribution of businesses and individuals to the community of St Albans. Guests enjoyed a delicious three course dinner and disco provided by Moonlite Entertainment. Read More
Announcing the Chamber Community Business Awards Finalists 2010
The deadline has passed for entries into the Chamber Community Business Awards 2010 are we are very pleased to announce the finalists in each category as follows: The Green Business Award, sponsored by St Albans District Council – Christopher Place Shopping Centre, Lussmans Restaurant & The Maltings The Corporate Social Responsibility Award, sponsored by Clydesdale Bank – Premier Foods, Harpenden Building Society & Deloitte The Best Restaurant Award, sponsored by Hertfordshire Life Magazine – Bangkok Lounge, Lussmans & Freddie’s The Young Person of the Year, sponsored by Oaklands College – Daniel Beardsmore, Stef Suter & Robert Welch New Business Award, sponsored by Debenhams Ottaway Solicitors – Firetext, Small Car Big City & Training U The Presidents’ Award, sponsored by The Chamber of Commerce – Lawrence Levy, The late Roger Aylett & Richard Driscoll Read More
St Albans based company, My Mustard, is one of the first companies in the UK to become a Google Adwords Certified Company.
St Albans based company, My Mustard, is one of the first companies in the UK to become a Google Adwords Certified Company. Read More
August 2010 Competition - Enter now!!
August 2010 Competition - Enter now!! Read More
Still time to Nominate in this years Community Business Awards
http://www.stalbans-chamber.co.uk/community-business-awards-2010/ Read More
Rail Freight news – Secretary of State rejects Helioslough appeal
Update from our MP Anne Main Read More
Chamber Community Business Awards 2010
Download the nomination form now! Read More
Budget Summary & June Tax Tables
Budget Summary and June Budget Tax Tables 2010/11 - Rayner Essex St Albans Read More
World Cup Fever - An Employers Guide from Sherrards Solicitors
World Cup Fever - An Employers Guide from Sherrards Solicitors Read More
St Albans Festival 2010
St Albans Festival 2010 Read More
Chamber Raises £13.6k for the Princes Trust Hertfordshire
Chamber Raises £13.6k for The Princes Trust Hertfordshire Read More
St George's Day Lunch Auction 2010 - supporting The Prince's Trust
The business event of the year! Read More
Questions & Responses from our Live Debate
A selection of questions and responses from our Question Time Live Debate with the Local Party Candidates Read More
Budget Briefing from Deloitte
Budget Briefing from Deloitte Read More
Can you offer your skills to a local charity?
Are you interested in supporting your local charity AND enhancing your CV by becoming a charity trustee? Read More
Mokoko St Albans has a visit from Channel 5's The Business Inspector
Dear Members, Please tune in to Channel 5 this Wednesday at 8pm to see Chamber Member Jass Patel from Mokoko featured on Channel 5’s The Business Inspector - A brand new troubleshooting series that aims to transform struggling small businesses. Each week, straight-talking, self-made millionaire Hilary Devey will tackle two ailing companies. Can the Business Inspector help keep the dreams of Britain’s entrepreneurs alive? Jass says “Off the back of the show I have actually learnt some real business lessons, so for me it was very worth while no matter how the show scrutinised us. I have to say it was a turning point for me in how I run my business” Here is the link: http://www.five.tv/programmes/documentaries/the-business-inspector/68769 Read More
Chamber raises funds for The Abbeyfield Society at Ken Clarke MP Luncheon
Chamber raises funds for The Abbeyfield Society at Ken Clarke MP Luncheon Read More
Chamber Question Time Live Debate
Following the Chamber AGM, our version of the popular weekly political debate will be held at The Old Town hall on Thursday 25th March. Book your place online and submit questions for some of our local party candidates! go to www.stalbans-chamber/events for more information Read More
Latest News The Alpha Cinema St Albans
Please follow this link for the latest news from James Hannaway regarding the Odeon Cinema St Albans (Alpha Cinema) and ways in which you can help! http://www.allaboutstalbans.com/a-new-cinema-for-st-albans/2 Read More
Oaklands College KICKSTART PROGRAMME 2010
Oaklands College is working in partnership with St Albans Local Strategic Partnership (LSP) and St Albans Centre for Voluntary Service (CVS), to launch a job seekers programme called ‘ Kickstart’ for 18-24 year olds who are unemployed. To find out more call 01727 737779 or email: bernadette.martindill@oaklands.ac.uk Read More
Interest Free Loans from the Carbon Trust
0% business loans fight high energy bills – and climate change Interest free loans of up to £500,000 are available from the Carbon Trust to help businesses replace old equipment with new, energy efficient upgrades. No security is required – and the loans scheme is designed so that anticipated energy savings cover monthly repayments. Read More
Only a few places left - Book now for our January Breakfast
Wishing you all a very prosperous and profitable 2010. Please note our first event this year is on Tuesday 26th January, breakfast at The Wicked Lady 7.30am to 9.30am. for more details go to www.stalbans-chamber.co.uk/events Read More
Christmas Greetings from The Chamber
Christmas Greetings from The Chamber Read More
Lisa run's 10K for NACC
Lisa run's 10K for NACC Read More
Richard Driscoll CEO NACC Wins Hertfordshire Business Person of the Year Award for 2009!
Richard Driscoll CEO NACC Wins Hertfordshire Business Person of the Year Award for 2009! Read More
Local Strategic Partnership - Targeting Change Funding Deadline
Targeting Change Fund – deadline for initial applications Wednesday 23rd December 2009 Read More
St Albans District Council CEO Daniel Goodwin will speak to the Chamber
Daniel Goodwin speaks to the Chamber of Commerce at the forthcoming breakfast meeting on December 1st at The Noke Hotel Read More
Managing stress in your workplace?
The link between stress and poor health is something we can no longer ignore. Would you like to pick up some tips on how to build your resilience to stress, improve your performance and levels of sickness & absence. Read More
TaxAssist Accountants wins 3rd place in the National bfa/HSBC Franchisee of the Year Awards
TaxAssist Accountants wins 3rd place in the National bfa/HSBC Franchisee of the Year Awards. Read More
Community Business Awards 2009 - Press release
Announcing the winners of the St Albans District Chamber of Commerce Community Business Awards 2009. Read More
Finalists Announced - Chamber Community Business Awards 2009
We are delighted to announce the finalists for our Community Business Awards 2009 in the following categories: CSR Award, Green Award, New Business Award, Young Person Award, Best Restaurant and The Presidents Award..... Read More
Would you like to attend the Chamber Ball 2009?
Sponsorship opportunities are available please contact Lisa to discuss further 01727 863054 Read More
Chamber Community Business Awards - vote note!
Chamber Community Business Awards 2009 - vote note! more information Read More
St Albans Food & Drink Festival Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony
Presented by Aldo Zilli on Friday, 3rd July at Sopwell House Hotel. 6.45pm till late. Read More
AECOM host Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Meeting
More than 80 business leaders attended a St Albans Chamber of Commerce breakfast meeting on Friday, 22nd May at the new offices of engineering consultant AECOM. Read More
Civic Review Discussion Paper
Civic Review Discussion Paper is now available to download. Read More
Chamber Directors Support Butterfly World
Phase I of Butterfly World opens to the public on Friday June 5th. Amongst the many attractions will be 12 'Future Gardens' designed by top British designers. The Site is reached from Noke Lane. Read More
Three Cheers for Butterfly World
Three Cheers for Butterfly World, supported by Chamber Directors. Read More
New Chamber President
The Presidential chains were handed over to Graham Lane of Cheeky Munkey Ltd at the St George's Day celebrations on Friday, 24th April 2009. Read More
There are plans to change St Peter's Street...
As part of its City Vision consultation project, the Council is looking at FOUR OPTIONS for a new-look St Peter's Street Read More
City Vision Exhibition Dates at the Town Hall
City Vision Exhibition Issues and options for a revitalised City Centre will be revealed in a major consultation public exhibition. Read More
Government in denial on economy says Anne Main MP
A copy of today's press release showing how Anne Main MP was able to use some of the feedback from the St Albans business summit in a debate with Treasury Minister Yvette Cooper and other MPs yesterday. Read More
City Vision Exhibition at the Town Hall
The next City Vision consultation stage will commence on 23rd March 2009 with a 2 week exhibition of the proposed Vision Framework in the foyer of the old Town Hall. Further information to follow. Read More
Anne Main MP - survey
If you would also like to complete the survey and return it to Anne, either by email or post, your comments will be included. Read More
Services available within the Chamber
Are you aware of the discounted services available to you as a benefit of Chamber membership? Before using any service click here to view the fantastic offers available. Always use the Chamber first! Read More
'Real Help Now' for businesses
Please see attached a summary of the financial help from central government. Read More
Business Summit - Friday, 20th February
Anne Main our MP has written to me to ask if she can get together with some of our members. She would like to organise a small informal business summit to allow local business people to pass on detailed feedback on how they are coping with the current economic climate. She will then be able to use this information in Parliament. Read More
Ian Shaw is running the London Marathon!
For my sins I am running the London Marathon on April 26th this year, raising money for Help the Hospices. http://www.justgiving.com/ianshaw37 Read More
Ken Jenkins awarded an MBE!
Ken Jenkins, former president and life member of the St Albans Chamber of Commerce, has been awarded an MBE in the 2009 New Year's Honours List. Read More
£26 million vision for St Albans
Antringham Developments have submitted a bold vision for the Hertfordshire House site.... Read More
Redevelopment of Thompsons Close
Notice to all Harpenden Members of the Chamber of Commerce; we need your help. Read More
Exciting Chamber retail initiative goes live!
Just in time to give Our City a boost for Christmas. www.shopstalbans.co.uk is a new website promoting St Albans as a great place to shop and spend a day. The focus will be on all the retailers in the city centre, with information on places to eat and drink as well, together with details of other nearby shopping areas. Read More
Community Business Awards 2008
The Community Business Awards 2008 recognise outstanding contribution to our business community. They are not based solely upon your success and achievements but also upon the beneficial impact of those achievements on the business community. Read More
Garden Party 2008
The Refectory at the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Alban was the setting for this year's Garden Party celebrations. Read More
Growing Business - Thursday 5th June 2008
If you’re near the Arena in St Albans on Thursday 5th June and you can hear a tremendous amount of chatter, panic not; what you are listening to is Growing Business. Growing Business is a trade exhibition hosted by St Albans & District Chamber of Commerce in association with Review... Read More
Cutting out the Rubbish
Cutting Out The Rubbish - What media stories and ‘FACTS’ are influencing your financial and corporate decisions? Ivor Kellock has been looking at some of the stories that influence our personal and business decisions - such as the current debate about free plastic bags in shops. Are we focussing on the most important things? Read More
Chamber Survey Results
Assessment of responses to Chamber Survey Compiled by Mel Hilbrown - September 2007 Of 220 surveys issued we received 52 responses, a 24% response. A general comment: some of the answers do require some judgement to categorise them. I am giving my view; others might come to slightly... Read More
Tesco debate - March 2007
At our AGM we were delighted to welcome Michael Kissman, Corporate Affairs Manager of Tescos and Phil Corrigan, Manager of The Maltings Shopping Centre, St Albans, who led a discussion regarding the siting of a new Tesco's store at London Road/Alma Road in St Albans. Read More
Centenary Garden Party July 2007
The newly opened Royal National Rose Society Gardens was the setting for the Centenary Garden Party celebrations held by St Albans District Chamber of Commerce. Read More
'Going for Gold' - Conference 2007
Our Centenary Conference entitled “Going for Gold” was held at the Council Chamber, St Albans District Council Offices on Thursday, 7th June as part of the on-going close co-operation between the Chamber and the Council. Our thanks go to Lloyds TSB Business Banking for generously sponsoring the event. Read More
Chamber tie & lapel pin
The new Chamber Tie and lapel pin are now available to purchase. Lapel pins are £7.50 each and available at our Breakfast Meetings. The silk tie is £20 and can be purchased direct from G D Golding (Tailors) Ltd. Read More
Radio Verulam
Radio Verulam is a community radio station which is unique in the geographical area of St Albans, Harpenden, Hemel Hempstead and Dacorum. For the past eight years we have been reaching the community of 200,000 people via cable and the internet on www.radio-verulam.co.uk. We offer an excellent mix of programmes with a local focus. Read More