Sedgemoor Chamber

Amicus Law Connects Minehead
2026-04-09 08:30 - 10:30 (Europe/London)
Join us on Thursday 9th April, 8.30am–10.30am at The Beach Hotel, Minehead, for the next Amicus Law Connects Minehead business breakfast – a friendly, community‑focused networking group created to bring together the brilliant people, businesses and organisations of West Somerset. Our area is full of talent and ambition, yet opportunities to connect, collaborate and share ideas are limited. This event exists to change that. Each month, we create a welcoming space where conversations start, partnerships grow, and local enterprise is supported.

This Month’s Guest Speaker: John Harvey – Networking Rockstar
We’re delighted to welcome John Harvey, known widely as the Networking Rockstar, who will be sharing his energising session on:
NETWORKING WITH INTENTION
John will explore:
– Why having a simple, purposeful networking plan matters
– The “What do you do?” 3‑word game
– How networking can become a powerful part of business development
– Understanding why people buy
– How to get the best out of any event you attend
– Managing your network well — including the power of keeping notes
– The 80/20 rule for major clients and key referrers
– Practical networking tips you can put into action straight away

Whether you’re a confident networker or taking your first step into local events, John’s session will be fun, practical and genuinely useful.

Why Attend?
– Meet and chat with other local professionals
– Enjoy a relaxed, welcoming breakfast setting
– Be part of a group focused on strengthening West Somerset’s future
– Feel involved, supported and connected – whether you run a business, work locally, or simply care about our community
– Come along to help shape what comes next for West Somerset. Everyone is welcome.

Confident Dads, Confident Children
2026-04-09 18:00 - 20:00
We would like to invite you to our upcoming two-hour workshop which will provide you with an opportunity to meet other Dads/Stepdads and learn about how to help your child deal with everyday challenges such as anxiety and low mood.

Sickness absence and its impact on your business
2026-04-22 08:30 - 09:30 | The Princess Theatre and Arts CentreBurnham-on-Sea, England, The Princess Theatre and Arts Centre, Burnham-on-Sea, TA8 1EH, United Kingdom
Is sickness absence holding your organisation back?

Discover the real cost of sickness absence and learn practical steps to reduce avoidable absence and build a healthier, resilient workplace.

Sickness absence affects every business—large or small. But many employers underestimate its true impact on:
– Productivity
– Operational costs
– Team morale and wellbeing
Join us for this focused, practical session to uncover:
✅ The real cost of sickness absence
✅ What early signs to look out for
✅ How to reduce avoidable absence
✅ Simple steps to build a healthier, more resilient workplace
Perfect for:
Employers, managers, HR leads, and anyone responsible for supporting staff wellbeing or business performance.
Why attend?
✔ Gain actionable insights
✔ Strengthen your team
✔ Improve business resilience
✔ Support your people in smarter, sustainable ways
Please note: There is limited on-site parking. Please use the nearest parking / Oxford Street Car Park.

Employer Networking Breakfast
2026-05-08 07:30 - 10:00
We are excited to invite employers to our free Employer Networking Breakfast on Friday 8 May, bringing together organisations from across engineering, construction, digital and wider sectors for a morning of insight, conversation, and collaboration.
This is a fantastic opportunity for businesses to connect with like-minded employers, explore recruitment support for summer and September intakes, and contribute to shaping the future of skills in our region.
Attendees can enjoy great food, make valuable connections, and discover how they can save money, access funding, upskill their workforce, and make the most of our facilities.

Venue: Taunton Conference Centre
Time: 7.30am – 10am

Agenda
7:30am – 8:15am | Arrival, Breakfast & Networking
8:15am – 8:45am | Breakout Sessions (choose one):
• Skills & Professional Development
• Funding & Cost-Saving Opportunities
• Recruitment Support & Solutions
8:45am – 9:15am | Guest Speaker: Roger Smith
Hear from the General Manager of Sedgemoor Chamber of Commerce, Roger, as he shares his experience of working with our T Level and work experience students, and the benefits this can bring to businesses.
9:15am – 10:00am | Networking & Facility Tours
Meet other employers, ask questions, and take a guided tour of our Engineering, Construction and Digital facilities.

We are also gathering employer insight to help shape the future direction of training, including the upcoming Foundation Apprenticeships, which offers a £2,000 government incentive.
Once we understand workforce needs, we can connect employers with candidates from our college talent pool who are ready to take their next step into employment. Similarly, we can support them whilst they upskill their current members of staff.
To book a place or find out more, please follow the link below:
Future, Skills and Growth Networking Breakfast Tickets, Friday, May 8 from 7:30 am to 10 am | Eventbrite

Quarterly business planning workshop for small business owners
2026-06-24 09:30 - 12:30, 2026-09-24 09:30 - 12:30
Refocus, plan and grow

Are you fed up with trying to wing growing your business?
Do you struggle to make the time to plan your next steps, even though you know working strategically will help you stay focused and in greater control?
This quarterly planning workshop is for small business owners who want guidance and structure to create a clear, actionable plan for the next three months so you can stay focused and see results.

– Space to focus on your business for 3 hours
– Advice on how to work more strategically
– Reflect on the first quarter of 2026
– Refocus your goals for the next 3-12 months
– Create a detailed plan for the next 3-months
– Guided workbook for you to complete and re-use
– Meet like minded business owners
– Refreshments provided throughout the morning

The workshop will take place in the beautiful Georgian Kitchen at The Pig at Combe, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with other business owners in an intimate group setting.
Date: Wednesday, 24th June 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM (refreshments included)
Location: The Pig at Combe, nr Honiton
Investment: £99 (includes workbook)
Limited spaces available.
Optional: Stay on for lunch and continue the conversation
