Leeds Chamber Leadership Group Elections 2026
This is your opportunity to stand for election for the Leeds Chamber Leadership Group. You may now submit a nomination to be considered for the Leeds Chamber Leadership Group. The Leadership Group exists for members who wish to influence decisions which affect their area or business. Leadership Group members set the Chamber agenda, drive policy…
Record backing for Leeds Manufacturing Festival 2026 as employers unite to tackle skills shortage
A record number of sponsors are backing this year’s Leeds Manufacturing Festival, as employers and industry organisations in the region seek innovative ways to address the sector’s skills gap and inspire the next generation to consider careers in manufacturing. The festival, now in its ninth year, launched earlier this month amid rising youth unemployment, which…
Celebrating the Heart of Business at the Leeds Chamber Annual Dinner 2026
The prowess of Leeds’s healthcare industry was the focus of the Leeds Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner at Elland Road. More than 150 people attended the dinner at the football ground’s banqueting suite to celebrate the city’s business community. Leeds Chamber president Aqila Choudhry MBE presented the keynote speech while ex-BBC presenter Andrew Edwards compèred…
Leeds Manufacturing Festival returns – as employers step up to tackle skills gap and rising youth unemployment
Manufacturing and engineering employers across Leeds are stepping up efforts to tackle the sector’s ongoing skills shortage, as youth unemployment reaches a 10-year high. The Leeds Manufacturing Festival returns for 2026, kicking off with a sold-out launch event this week and showcasing an expanded festival programme designed to connect businesses directly with young people and…
WNY Chamber hosts launch of Diplomatic Advisory Hub
Thousands of businesses to benefit from expert geopolitical insights Businesses across the UK are set to benefit from expert geopolitical insights thanks to a new initiative launched in Leeds this week. The Diplomatic Advisory Hub, a joint initiative by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and British Chambers of Commerce will provide business across the country with access to timely and strategic geopolitical advice. The hub was launched at the factory…
Tour de France Grand Départ set to return to Yorkshire
Responding to the news that the Tour de France Grand Départ will be returning to Yorkshire, James Mason, chief executive of West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce, said: “Yorkshire has a proven track record of staging elite level sporting events, with the region’s staging of the Grand Départ in 2014 having been a triumph. “The…
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GSAL named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026
The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) has been recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026 in the Big Organisation category, in the school’s first year of entering the national awards programme. Published in partnership with employee experience platform WorkL, founded by Lord Mark Price, the…
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AAB welcomes two firms in latest strategic growth deal
BpH Wealth Management and Jane Smith Financial Planning join AAB as Assets Under Advice reach £2.5 Billion AAB’s award-winning chartered financial planning team, AAB Wealth, continues to implement its strategic growth plan with the acquisition of two firms – BpH Wealth Management and Jane Smith Financial Planning. The move will…
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Huddersfield’s Accu appoints Dan Jack as CEO to lead next phase of global growth
Precision engineering component supplier Accu, based in Huddersfield, has appointed Dan Jack as Chief Executive Officer. Co-founder and outgoing CEO Martin Ackroyd moves into a newly created Chief Digital Officer role, remaining on the Board of Directors to drive the company’s digital and technology vision. Dan Jack joins from Trifast plc,…
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What could YOU do with an extra day a week?
That’s the question we ask every business owner we meet, because most teams spend hours each week on emails, routine admin, reports, and repetitive tasks that AI can handle in minutes. At iThink365, we help and show businesses how to put Microsoft 365 Copilot and AI Agents to work properly.…
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K-pop Korner to launch first Yorkshire store at Leeds Merrion Centre
The Merrion Centre is set to welcome one of the UK’s fastest-growing specialist music retailers as K-pop Korner opens its first Yorkshire location this May. Officially soft launching on 22 May 2026, K-pop Korner Leeds will open as an initial pop-up store, becoming the brand’s fourth UK location and its…
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Chadwick Lawrence appoints Leanne Franks as Equity Partner
Northern law firm Chadwick Lawrence Solicitors has promoted Leanne Franks to equity partner, recognising her outstanding contribution to the firm over the past 11 years. As partner and head of the corporate and commercial department, Franks has played a key role in strengthening the firm’s commercial offering and shaping the…
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25% discount in May, June and July on Institute of Leadership Approved courses for members
Established in 2017, our Institute of Leadership Approved Leadership Pathways Programme has proved a springboard to progression for many participants, with 60% of past participants obtaining additional leadership responsibilities/promotion or leading improvement projects in their organisations. Our next courses start in September and now include a coaching module, focusing on…
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20% Off All Training Courses
Exclusive Chamber Member Offer At QE Training Academy, we do things differently. Our accredited courses are designed to genuinely develop people. It’s more than attending a course, it’s a great day that leaves you energised and creates a lasting impact. We understand the pressures organisations face, from retention and recruitment…
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Exclusive Chamber Member Offer – Save £100 on Your Next Booking ✈️🌍
One World Travel is delighted to offer an exclusive £100 saving for Chamber of Commerce Members and their staff. Whether you are planning your next holiday, business trip, group getaway or cruise adventure, our experienced team is here to help with personalised travel advice and expert consultation services at no…
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10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop
Exclusive Offer for Chambers Members 🎁 10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop – A full-day, face to face session for up to 10 people – we’ll show you exactly where AI can make the biggest difference in your business and how to use it correctly. Quote CHAMBERAI when you…
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BR Apparel offers FREE visual mockup proofs for Chamber Members
BR Apparel Ltd, Bradford’s leading workwear and uniform supplier, is offering businesses across West Yorkshire a free visual mockup proof service — showing exactly how your company logo would look embroidered or printed on a range of professional garments before you commit to an order. Whether you are considering branded polo shirts…
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Christmas Party Nights at Mercure York
Celebrate the festive season at the Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel with colleagues, friends, or family at one of our unforgettable Christmas party nights. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal featuring the finest festive flavours, followed by an evening of music and dancing with our resident DJ—guaranteeing a lively atmosphere from…
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St Gemma’s Hospice
St Gemma’s Hospice provides end of life care for the people of Leeds. Our aim is to support those living with life limiting illnesses, to control their symptoms, alleviate their pain and give them the best possible quality of life – all free of charge. Every patient is an individual with unique needs and preferences;…
25% discount in May, June and July on Institute of Leadership Approved courses for members
Established in 2017, our Institute of Leadership Approved Leadership Pathways Programme has proved a springboard to progression for many participants, with 60% of past participants obtaining additional leadership responsibilities/promotion or leading improvement projects in their organisations. Our next courses start in September and now include a coaching module, focusing on skills to support your transition…
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20% Off All Training Courses
Exclusive Chamber Member Offer At QE Training Academy, we do things differently. Our accredited courses are designed to genuinely develop people. It’s more than attending a course, it’s a great day that leaves you energised and creates a lasting impact. We understand the pressures organisations face, from retention and recruitment to compliance, wellbeing and performance….
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Exclusive Chamber Member Offer – Save £100 on Your Next Booking ✈️🌍
One World Travel is delighted to offer an exclusive £100 saving for Chamber of Commerce Members and their staff. Whether you are planning your next holiday, business trip, group getaway or cruise adventure, our experienced team is here to help with personalised travel advice and expert consultation services at no additional cost. What’s Included ✅…
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10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop
Exclusive Offer for Chambers Members 🎁 10% off your Microsoft Copilot Enablement Workshop – A full-day, face to face session for up to 10 people – we’ll show you exactly where AI can make the biggest difference in your business and how to use it correctly. Quote CHAMBERAI when you get in touch. Offer valid…
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BR Apparel offers FREE visual mockup proofs for Chamber Members
BR Apparel Ltd, Bradford’s leading workwear and uniform supplier, is offering businesses across West Yorkshire a free visual mockup proof service — showing exactly how your company logo would look embroidered or printed on a range of professional garments before you commit to an order. Whether you are considering branded polo shirts for your office team, embroidered…
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Christmas Party Nights at Mercure York
Celebrate the festive season at the Mercure York Fairfield Manor Hotel with colleagues, friends, or family at one of our unforgettable Christmas party nights. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal featuring the finest festive flavours, followed by an evening of music and dancing with our resident DJ—guaranteeing a lively atmosphere from start to finish. Your night…
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Free Cyber Security Health Check for Chamber Members
Is your business cyber-secure? With cyber-attacks on the increase, you need a security product you can trust. Abzorb is offering a free Cyber Security Health Check for Members which will provide: Visibility of your current infrastructure, along with any security gaps you’ll need to address to protect your business from cyber attacks Notifications of any…
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Free pensions training event for Chamber Members
First Actuarial Defined Contribution (DC) training day 2026 Most organisations now offer a Defined Contribution (DC) pension scheme – but are you maximising the value for your business and your members? First Actuarial, a Gallagher company, is running a free DC training day in Leeds designed to help trustees and employers get more from their…
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FREE 60 minute consultation
What do the likes of AMEX, John Lewis & First Direct all have in common? They all develop Emotional Intelligence (EI) in their people. The result? Higher performance, lower attrition, increased Customer Satisfaction – and upturn in revenue. I am fully certified EQ in the workplace assessor and coach, and author of a world best selling book on EQ&AI…
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