WHAT CAN DOCKLANDS AND EAST LONDON'S BUSINESS NETWORK DO FOR ME?

Docklands Business Club (DBC) has actively supported the east London business community for over 25 years.  It combines with East London Chamber of Commerce (ELCC) to form the Thames Gateway branch of London Chamber of Commerce (LCCI). 

Benefits enjoyed by local DBC/ELCC members include:- 

• Discounted and free networking opportunities
• Information resources 
• Member money saving offers

NETWORKING FOR BUSINESS GROWTH

• Time To Talk Business- our FREE monthly lunchtime networking programme in a different venues each month 
• Speed Networking - ideal for those new to networking or wanting to try something different. Meet up to 40 members in one session
• London Chamber of Commerce Changing Places - join fellow members from London, Croydon, Hammersmith and Fulham and Ealing Chamber of Commerce. This monthly complimentary free-flowing networking event takes place in a central London location
• Prestige events - speaker breakfasts, Summer and Christmas Receptions plus other special occasions
• Annual Business Awards and Gala Dinner - our premier event of the year and the perfect event to entertain business associates. This event attracts 200+ guests to celebrate the regions successes
• London Chamber of Commerce Members' Lounge - Members and their contacts can also take advantage of the Members' Lounge at the London Chamber of Commerce, ideal for meetings or catching up on work between meetings, with free Wi-fi and an excellent cafe
  
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MEMBER TO MEMBER MARKETING

• Access to all DBC/ELCC/LCCI members by company name, sector and location via our Members' Zone
• www.londonchamberb2b.co.uk FREE online market place.  Email or SMS alerts of appropriate business opportunities new partners and suppliers.
• Member offers
• FREE entry in the London Chamber of Commerce members directory, both online and in print plus your own FREE copy
• Sponsorship of events at which you can promote your goods and services to members and guests.
  

BUSINESS ADVICE AND INFORMATION

• eNewsletter and information factsheets and business guides on 150+ topics including funding, avoiding email scams and 'Effective PR' can all be downloaded free of charge from the exclusive Members' Zone on the website
• London Business Matters, a glossy 32-page magazine on issues, people, products and services that affect and benefit business will be sent to you ten times a year
• FREE Legal Advice is offered 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• Access to the European Information Centre, one of a network of 250 European Information Centres across the continent answering questions on doing business in Europe

MEMBER MONEY SAVERS

As a member of Docklands Business Club or East London Chamber of Commerce there are numerous ways you can save money.  View our exclusive member offers on the website, an excellent opportunity to meet your business buying needs as well as enjoying superb discounts on a range of leisure activities.

We also offer a number of exclusive commercial packages:

• CHAMBERCARD - Smartcard digital certificate solution
• Chamber Employee Benefits Scheme - Lifestyle and insurance benefits
• Chamber Healthcare - Affordable medical insurance
• Chamber Translation Services - Over 100 different language contributions at a discounted price

PREMIER PLUS MEMBERSHIP

With a growing network of members across London, our Premier Plus Membership offers you the chance to upgrade your membership with increased benefits.  Premier Plus Membership offers you:

• Over 100 additional events - many exclusive or free to members and all at discounted prices.  Last year, some of our most popular events included the Property and Construction Breakfast Club, Big Business Networking receptions and Meet the Ministry of Defence.  In response to member demand, the Marketing Club organised six sessions covering fundamental elements of a marketing strategy including PR, planning and multimedia marketing
• Information services - members have access to eight hours of non-chargeable information services each year and also market research including company reports and competitor monitoring at a member discount
• International trade services - overseas trade opportunities, import and export advice, trade seminars and events, overseas missions, access to the World Trade Club and export documentation at a member discount
• 20% discount on conference facilities at London Chamber of Commerce, 33 Queen Street, London EC4
• One free advertorial space per year in London Business Matters to promote your company to an audience of 18,000 when you give a special offer to other members
• Access to special interest groups including Asian Business Association, Defence and Security Group, Marketing Club, Property and Construction Group and Women in Business Group
• Complimentary Business Advice Clinics that give you the opportunity to speak to professionals in a range of fields such as marketing, PR, business growth and legislation
• Access to business forums that give members a direct say in determining our campaign priorities

To chat through how becoming a member of Docklands Business Club or East London Chamber of Commerce can help your business contact us on +44 (0)20 7203 1965 or email dbc@londonchamber.co.uk  Alternatively you can join online today.