Bringing business and culture together
West and North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce is delighted to confirm a strategic partnership with Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture.
Starting today and due to last until the end of Bradford’s tenure as UK City of Culture, we want to help celebrate the very best of the region and help businesses participate in a once in a generation event. The Chamber is thrilled to be able to be a part of this significant moment that will have a lifelong impact on the district.
Bradford 2025 will provide the district with a chance to celebrate all that is good, about Bradford. Bradford’s already thriving identity will increase, with a year of culture promising to bring in over ten million visitors.
Mark Cowgill, president of Bradford Chamber of Commerce, said: “Bradford has a business mindset like very few destinations, one that attracts new ideas, a togetherness and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Visitors spend in the district is expected to increase, with over £100 million in overall economic activity.
This will have a positive impact on the economic outlook for the region and speed up investment opportunities for the district and its businesses, along with showcasing itself as a proactive and business friendly region. Bradford 2025, along with many other exciting projects, is shaping the legacy of Bradford, continuing to make it one of the best places to start a business in the country.”
Dan Bates, Executive Director of Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture states: “Our partnership with the West and North Yorkshire Chamber is about more than just business; it’s about creating a legacy that speaks to the spirit of Bradford. This collaboration is key to ensuring that the opportunities we’re creating in 2025 are felt far and wide, from the bustling streets of the city centre to the local enterprises in every corner of our district. The Chamber’s reach allows us to engage with businesses that are as passionate about Bradford as we are, helping shape a year that’s not just for the history books but one that leaves a lasting impact on our economy and community.”
Information on Bradford 2025’s programme will be announced in September, along with webinar forums to assist with West and North Yorkshire business engagement throughout the year.