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SUMMARY:International Women's Day Networking Breakfast 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating International Women’s Day 2026\nThursday 5 March | 8:30am to 10:00am \nCelebrate International Women’s Day 2026 and join Time & Leisure Media for a fun filled breakfast networking event\, especially for women in business\, in association with Merton Chamber of Commerce. \nThis isn’t just a breakfast. It’s an opportunity to connect with a supportive community of inspirational female leaders\, business owners and entrepreneurs\, in a warm and welcoming setting. \n\n✨ Breakfast Networking ✨\nThere’s something truly magical about a room full of driven\, ambitious women coming together. The energy\, the conversations and the support you’ll experience at this event will help kick start your International Women’s Day celebrations. \nHere’s what we have in store for you: \n• Inspiring Networking OpportunitiesConnect with like minded women\, female entrepreneurs and business leaders who are here to share ideas\, support one another and help you grow. \n• Style TrendsBack by popular demand\, Helen Canning\, Personal Stylist at Elys\, will guide us through this season’s must have looks and how to make them work for you. \n• Hosted by Lucy KaneThe morning will be hosted by Lucy Kane\, Owner and Publisher of Time & Leisure\, whose passion for empowering women shines through in every detail of this event. \n✨ Speaker announcement coming soon ✨ \n\nDelicious Breakfast and Vibrant Atmosphere\nEnjoy a warm\, inviting setting at the Elys Restaurant\, with tea\, coffee\, juices and a selection of pastries and fruit provided to fuel your inspiration. \n\nEvent Details\nVenueElys RestaurantThird Floor\, ElysSt Georges RoadWimbledonSW19 4DP \nDate and TimeThursday 5 March8:30am to 10:00am \nTickets£25 plus VAT \n🎟 Merton Chamber Member OfferMerton Chamber of Commerce members receive 20% off tickets.Use discount code MCC20 at checkout. \nThis event is one of the most popular on the Time & Leisure calendar and tickets sell fast. \n✨ BOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ✨
URL:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/event/international-womens-day-networking-breakfast-2026/
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:SLP Charter Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by South London Partnership \n📅 Thursday 19 March 2026🕙 10am to 1pm📍 Richmond Hill Hotel\, 144–150 Richmond Hill\, Richmond TW10 6RW🎟 Free to attend \nWe are pleased to share an upcoming event hosted by South London Partnership. \nThe SLP Charter Community Celebration brings together employers and partners committed to supporting local people and strengthening the skills and employment landscape across South London. \nThis annual event recognises Charter signatories and provides an opportunity to connect with like minded organisations\, share best practice and contribute to shaping the future of skills and workforce development in the region. \nBusinesses can also sign up to the SLP Employer Charter and receive their Charter Award on the day. \n\nAgenda\n10.00am – 10.30amWelcome BreakfastSign in\, coffee\, tea\, pastries and informal networking. Guests seated. \n10.30am – 10.40amOpening Remarks \n10.45am – 11.15amPanel DiscussionHosted by South London Careers Hub \nFurther networking and recognition will continue throughout the morning\, with the event closing at 1pm. \n\nWho Should Attend\n• Employers committed to supporting local people• Businesses interested in skills and workforce development• Organisations engaged in education\, employment or training initiatives• Current or prospective SLP Employer Charter signatories \n\nImportant Note for Merton Chamber Members\nRegistration is managed via Eventbrite and does not capture Chamber affiliation. \nIf you are a Merton Chamber member and register to attend\, please email janet@mertonchamber.co.uk to let us know so we can record your attendance. \n\nRegister to attend for free here
URL:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/event/slp-charter-community-celebration/
LOCATION:📍 Richmond Hill Hotel\, 144–150 Richmond Hill\, Richmond TW10 6RW\, 144–150 Richmond Hill\, Richmond\, TW10 6RW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Business Networking Breakfast at AELTC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a business networking breakfast at the iconic All England Lawn Tennis Club\, enjoying fresh pastries\, breakfast baps\, coffee and tea while connecting with local SMEs\, larger employers and partners for a morning of connections\, insight and opportunity. \n📍 All England Lawn Tennis Club☕ Pastries\, breakfast baps (egg\, bacon or tofu)\, tea and coffee included🤝 Networking plus an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the AELTC Club \nThis popular breakfast event combines high quality networking with a focused panel discussion and a behind-the-scenes tour of one of the world’s most iconic sporting venues. \nPanel Discussion\nThe business and economics of sport in the borough – connecting the local supply chain \nAt the heart of the morning is a 30-minute moderated panel discussion exploring how local SMEs can access and benefit from supply chain opportunities created by major employers and large-scale activity across the borough. \nAs the Borough of Sport\, Merton attracts global attention to Wimbledon each year. Behind the scenes\, major events and organisations rely on a wide and diverse ecosystem of local suppliers\, contractors and services. Many SMEs already play a role\, often without fully realising the wider opportunities available. \nThis session will focus on practical insight\, real examples and clear routes in\, helping businesses understand how to position themselves for both event-driven and year-round opportunities. \nPanel Speakers\nCatherine Edser – All England Community Tennis Centre \nSimon Foulkes – Rainbow Productions \nUlrika Hogberg – All England Lawn Tennis Club \nJackie Watkins\, CEO – Tooting & Mitcham United Football Club \nJames Woodroof – AFC Wimbledon \nAgenda \n8.15amArrival\, registration and breakfast networkingPastries\, breakfast baps\, tea and coffee served \n9.30amWelcome from Merton Chamber of Commerce \n9.35amPanel discussionConnecting Local Supply Chains: Opportunity\, Access and Growth in Merton \n10.05amAudience Q&A \n10.15amBehind-the-scenes tour of the All England Lawn Tennis Club \n10.45amClose \nWhat the panel will explore\n• How SMEs can spot supply chain opportunities early• Preparing for procurement and supplier engagement• What buying local looks like in practice• Managing seasonal peaks and growth• How non-sport sectors including retail\, catering\, construction\, logistics\, creative and professional services can benefit from major events and anchor institutions \nPanel contributors will include representatives from major local employers\, alongside SME voices and sector specialists. \nWho should attend? \nSMEs and independent businesses across all sectorsBusinesses interested in supplying to larger organisations or eventsCompanies planning for growth\, diversification or seasonal demand \n🤝 Sponsored by Hartley Fowler Chartered Accountants \nHartley Fowler
URL:https://mertonchamber.co.uk/event/business-networking-breakfast-at-aeltc-2/
LOCATION:All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club\, Church Rd\,\, London\, SW19 5AG
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