MVC February 2025 Networking Breakfast

Welcome to Mole Valley Chamber, the leading business networking organisation in Mole Valley. Our aim is to support, promote and develop the interests of all businesses in the local area.By bringing local businesses, organisations and entrepreneurs together, we are an active force and major influence in the business community within Mole Valley.The Chamber is dedicated to support all business types, irrespective of size. From sole traders through to specialist retailers, national organisations and global blue-chip companies, we support and help our members' businesses thrive through our range of networking events, social functions and conferences. We issue regular business news updates and local information to keep you informed about important events and activities.The Mole Valley Chamber is affiliated to the Surrey Chamber of Commerce, giving our members access to an even wider range of events, at preferrred rates.

Mole Valley Chamber

A Mole Valley Chamber Business Networking Event

The Watermill

<h3>February 2025 Networking Breakfast</h3> <h4>Welcome to our business networking breakfast, hosted by the Mole Valley Chamber!</h4>Our speaker is Jo McGowan from <a href="https://www.hellodorking.com/" title="https://www.hellodorking.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hello Dorking</a> the BID Manager for Hello Dorking, bringing a wealth of experience and passion for community development. With a diverse background spanning from family events coordination to leading digital transformation for a national charity, Jo has become a strategic strength in local business support.We will be diving into an exciting journey of community transformation right here in Dorking. In 2025, we stand at a pivotal moment where local businesses aren't just economic entities, but powerful catalysts for community revival.The Dorking Town Partnership - or <a href="https://www.hellodorking.com/" title="https://www.hellodorking.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hello Dorking</a> - represents more than just a business initiative. It's a dynamic movement that's reimagining how towns can thrive through collaborative effort and strategic vision. Their mission goes beyond traditional business development; they are crafting an integrated ecosystem that connects businesses, residents, and visitors in a vibrant, mutually supportive network.Why Community Matters in 2025Through innovative projects like the Christmas Festival, Big Green Week, and targeted marketing campaigns, Hello Dorking is not just improving the town centre - they're building pride of place.Their approach focuses on:<ul><li>Raising Dorking's profile locally and nationally</li><li>Increasing inward investment</li><li>Creating meaningful community engagement</li><li>Rejuvenating our economic prospects</li></ul>By working together, we can transform Dorking into a destination that doesn't just survive, but truly thrives. Are you ready to be part of this exciting journey?

<h3>Guest Speaker</h3> Jo McGowan from <a href="https://www.hellodorking.com/" title="https://www.hellodorking.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hello Dorking</a>Jo is a passionate supporter of local businesses and has a diverse and experienced background, from being a family events coordinator to running a local business hub in Guildford.She has helped small businesses grow, thrive, and collaborate, and led the digital transformation for a national charity to maintain vital support through challenging times.Jo’s most recent role, as Events and Engagement Manager with the University for the Creative Arts in Farnham, has included directing large scale student recruitment events and building links with the local community through the Craft Town network.A natural networker and strategic thinker, Jo is excited to share her skills with Dorking as the BID Manager, focusing on strengthening our business community’s growth and adaptability. In just 4 months Jo has organised the large scale Christmas Festival and is busy working with the BID on Fresh Start Feb, Wedding Week, Surrey Day/VE Day celebrations and other initiatives to highlight that Dorking is the place to say Hello to in 2025.

7:30am arrival for an 8:00am breakfast which will finish at 9:30am.Ticket Sales for this Event will end at 5:00pm on Tuesday 18 February.Bookings must be made and paid-for online ahead of the event.What's the refund policy? Places are limited, and events are usually oversubscribed. Please give two working days’ notice via email for a refund* or you’ll be required to pay for your place in full.*Eventbrite booking fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or there are duplicate charges.We do hope you will join us, and look forward to seeing you there!

Agenda

This is where you'll be welcomed as you step into the venue by chamber staff. Once you are settled in you'll have the chance to mingle and make connections with other businesses and organisations. It is always relaxed and friendly, everyone is welcome.

Arrival, Welcome, Coffee and Networking

Now we have one-minute rounds where you can showcase your business and find out what others in the room do. If you've not done a one minute round (or 60 seconds) before, no need to worry, we will help you.

One-Minute Round 

This is where our guest speaker has a chance to address the breakfast attendees with a subject of their choice. We always aim to either educate, motivate and inspire during these talks.  We often have speakers talk on their specialist area, talking about perhaps challenges they have had in business or giving advice that benefits at all. We also regularly have inspirational speakers who have a story to tell, it might be about their life or about their career, or of course, both!

Guest Speaker

Once the speaker is finished there is time for questions. This is then followed by more networking before closing the meeting at 9:30 am. An attendee list is emailed with contact details giving them the opportunity to connect and follow up with 1-2-1s with the people they have met at the breakfast networking.

Questions and more Networking

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MVC February 2025 Networking Breakfast

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