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Brexit Planning with Mark Rowbotham of Portcullis – Online Training 27th October
October 27 - 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
£95 + VAT members / £190 + VAT non-members
The UK is preparing to leave the European Union, possibly without any form of Free Trade Agreement with the EU. The likelihood of concluding such an agreement prior to the UK’s exit from the EU Single Market at the end of 2020 is very slim. However, new Free Trade Agreements between the UK, Switzerland, Israel, Chile and many other countries are already prepared and are ready for implementation once the UK fully leaves the EU.
Event detailsWebinar: Prepare for the end of Brexit transition – life sciences
October 27 - 11:00 am
For those who run or own life sciences business including manufacturers and suppliers of medicines, medical devices, and their supply chain businesses; and business providing contract research and manufacturing services to pharma and medtech sectors
Event detailsWebinar: Prepare for the end of Brexit transition – construction
October 28 - 11:00 am
For those who run or own construction businesses
Event detailsWebinar: Prepare for the end of Brexit transition – aerospace
October 29 - 11:00 am
For manufacturers of aerospace goods and providers of aerospace services, including aftermarket and maintenance, repair and overhaul services
Event detailsManaging Staff Returning from Furlough with Michael Bauer of Cumbria Employment Solicitors 4th November
November 4 - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
£85 + VAT Chamber Member, £170 + VAT Non Member
Join Cumbria Chamber of Commerce and Michael Bauer of Cumbria Employment Solicitors, 4th November 10am for a two hour live online training session focused on how to manage your staff returning to business having been furloughed.
Event detailsReconnecting with Your Marketing Strategy – Online Training – 6th November – Cumbria Chamber of Commerce
November 6 - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
£95 + VAT Chamber Members, £190 + VAT Non Members
Your business has probably been turned upside down since the lockdown began. Now is the time to regroup and create a clear, workable marketing strategy that will take your business forward.
Event detailsUnderstanding Origin & Preferences For Export and Import – with Mark Rowbotham of Portcullis ISC, 10th November, Online Training
November 10 - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
£95 + VAT members / £190 + VAT non-members
Many companies export products to or import products from countries which have Free Trade Agreements with the EU, and the exit of the UK form the EU will mean the implementation of new Free Trade Agreements with many of these countries. Some of these products are fully made in the country, while others incorporate components or materials which do not originate in these countries.
Event detailsNew Managers – A Beginner’s Guide – Online Training 11th November -Cumbria Chamber of Commerce
November 11 - 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
£150 + VAT Members, £300 + VAT Non Members
The most important relationship that everyone has at work is the one with their Manager; it builds or breaks their loyalty, performance and positivity, especially in these uncertain times. So it is crucial that new Managers take the right first steps and understand, from the outset, what makes people tick and how they can build and maintain relationships that benefit individuals, the team and the organisation.
Event detailsDuty & VAT Planning – Online Training with Mark Rowbotham of Portcullis, ISC – 12th November
November 12 - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
£95 + VAT members / £190 + VAT non-members
Ignorance of Customs practices is no excuse. In line with global changes in Customs practices, the exit of the UK from the EU Single Market and an increase in areas such as electronic procedures, compliance and Customs risk, all importers and exporters must be aware of Customs practices and requirements, and must ensure that their staff are fully trained and knowledgeable in these areas.
Event detailsManaging Challenging Customers in Hospitality – Online Training – 17th November – Cumbria Chamber of Commerce
November 17 - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
£25 + VAT Chamber Member, £45 + VAT Non Member
The hospitality industry is currently experiencing some of the most challenging conditions in living memory.
Dealing with guest conflict is one of the most difficult issues you or your employee can face. Poorly managed conflict situations and unhelpful behaviour from your clients can escalate, leading to permanent scars on the reputation of your business, which often results in a significant loss of revenue.
