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Chamber & BEDC To Host Creative Technology
Local entrepreneurs are invited to attend two live forums on creative technology with international innovator Peter Corbett on Wednesday, July 19. The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce [BCC] has partnered with the U.S. Consulate General [USCG] and the Bermuda Economic Development Corporation [BEDC] to host a series of live events around entrepreneurship... Read more of this article
BEPRO/BSX Investor Education Forum
The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce’s Emerging Professionals Division [BEPRO] has partnered with the Bermuda Stock Exchange [BSX] to host a Local Investment forum, on Thursday, July 6th. Entitled ‘Local Investing, Why Bermuda?’ the panel discussion is aimed at first-time investors interested in learning more about the opportunities available to them... Read more of this article
Harbour Nights Now PRS Music Licensed
The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce said they are “pleased to announce its most recent working collaboration with PRS for Music, the collecting society that represents the rights of over two million songwriters, composers and music publishers across the globe through its networks.” “The membership organisation plays a vital role in ensuring... Read more of this article
Electronic Communications Division Formed
A new division of the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce has been formed with the aim of advancing the telecoms industry, placing customer interests at the fore. The Electronic Communications Division [ECD] of the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce is a forum for the island’s telecommunications companies to discuss common issues to assist in raising the standard... Read more of this article
Dr. Mark Britnell To Speak At Chamber AGM
The Chamber of Commerce announced that this year’s Annual General Meeting keynote speaker will be Dr. Mark Britnell, Chairman and Partner of the Global Health Practice at KPMG and author of In Search of the Perfect Health System. The AGM Luncheon will be held at the Hamilton Princess in the Harbourview Ballroom on Thursday, 6 April 2017 from 12:30pm... Read more of this article
Live Talk With iStrategyLabs CEO Peter Corbett
In partnership with the U.S. Consulate General, the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce will host a complimentary networking session on Thursday, 9 March 2017 at the US Consul General’s official residence. “This session will feature a live talk by Peter Corbett, the founder and CEO of iStrategyLabs, a digital strategy agency that develops solutions... Read more of this article
Chamber: Initial Views On Budget Are “Mixed”
“Our initial views are mixed,” Chamber of Commerce President John Wight said following today’s Budget, as “increased company payroll taxes and rolled-back tax concessions to restaurants and retailers mean that these businesses will have no choice but to pass on these costs to consumers, or reduce their workforce.” “In... Read more of this article
Chamber To Host Budget Breakfast On Feb 27
In keeping with a long standing tradition the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce will host its Annual Budget Breakfast on Monday 27 February at The Pier. The Chamber’s Executive Director Kendaree Burgess noted; “We are excited to host our annual Budget Breakfast, to be held the Monday morning immediately following the Friday 24 February Budget Statement. “The... Read more of this article
Chamber’s “Wish List” For Upcoming Budget
The Chamber of Commerce released a ‘wish list’ for the upcoming budget, with some of their ‘wishes’ including reviewing duty threshold for small cars to encourage use of smaller cars, discussion around a simplified process to clear goods through customs for retailers, and Stamp Duty on the sale of properties to remain unchanged. The... Read more of this article
Chamber To Host Workshop On PATI With ICO
In partnership with the Information Commissioner’s Office [ICO], the Chamber of Commerce will host a complimentary morning workshop on Thursday, 2 February to discuss the Public Access to Information [PATI] Act and its potential effects on business owners. The Chamber said, “The PATI Act creates a general right to access records held by public... Read more of this article
Chamber: ‘Find Better Way To Solve Problems’
“Differences of opinion will always occur, but for the sake of Bermudian businesses and Bermudian jobs, we need to find a better way to solve problems and create solutions,” President of the Chamber of Commerce John Wight said today. Mr Wight said, “2016. A successful year it was for Bermuda in many ways. Meaningful metrics such as... Read more of this article
Free Session For Beach Economy Entrepreneurs
The Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA], in cooperation with the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce, will host a free lunch and learn session for entrepreneurs looking to know more about the local beach economy. It will take place Monday, November 21, 2016 from 12:30pm to 1:30pm at the Chamber of Commerce. Earlier this month, the BTA released part of its Beach... Read more of this article
Thompson Accepts Leadership Role At Chamber
Tashae Thompson, product development manager for the Bermuda Tourism Authority, is the new chairperson of the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce Tourism Division. Ms Thompson replaces Lamar Caines who departed the tourism industry to take on a role with the Bermuda Monetary Authority. Ms Thompson has 10 years of experience in the local tourism industry and... Read more of this article
Retirement Planning Educational Seminar
The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce will hold a Retirement Planning Educational Breakfast Seminar in the Chamber boardroom on Thursday, October 27 from 8.00am to 10.00am. The seminar will feature three discussion panels on the topics of Health & Wellness, Financial Management and Personal Development. Kendaree Burgess, Executive Director at the Bermuda... Read more of this article
Chamber’s Annual Yes Golf Classic In October
The Bermuda Chamber of Commerce will host its 12th annual Yes Golf Classic on Friday, October 7 at the Port Royal Golf Course, with the event serving as a major fundraiser aimed at assisting the Chamber’s advocacy, networking, and lobbying efforts. Kendaree Burgess, Executive Director of the Bermuda Chamber of Commerce, said, “We are delighted to... Read more of this article
Chamber President On Airport Development
“Despite communication issues by Government that may have prevented the controversy surrounding this project, a new terminal for Bermuda is required, and the decision made by Government to proceed, a sound one,” President of the Chamber of Commerce John Wight said. Mr Wight said, “Government has presented plans to develop a new terminal... Read more of this article
