About DNCC

Derbyshire & Nottinghamshire Chambers

Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Chamber of Commerce is THE leading voice for business in the East Midlands.

With an ever-growing membership base of more than 3,400 businesses and 7,100 affiliates, it is the third largest chamber of commerce in the country.

Its members benefit from the wide range of business support services, across both counties, which the Chamber also provides to the wider business community and to individuals seeking to gain employment through learning.

Local delivery is provided from 10 locations across both counties, including main offices in Derby, Chesterfield and Nottingham.

The Chamber offers members extensive networking opportunities and a wide range of discounted services. The Chamber also offers all members the ability to showcase their business, products and services to fellow members.

It also works in close partnership with many communities, political and funding organisations within both counties, across the East Midlands and is the leading voice for business.

Through its various lobbying groups, it represents both members and the wider business community on matters such as the environment, transport, tax, business crime and legislative regulations.

It runs a comprehensive programme of events throughout the year, from breakfast networking meetings and information seminars, right the way up to iconic functions such as business awards and its annual dinner, which regularly attract household name celebrities as special guests.

Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Chamber of Commerce has a training division which delivers a range of fully-funded training and assessment schemes to help both young people and adults get into employment. It also has a commercial training arm offering bespoke training courses for both employers and employees.

And firms that are worried about security and protection for their premises, customers and staff can access a bespoke BusinessWatch service which can provide tailored solutions to meet a wide range of budgets.

For more information about the Chamber and how its services can help you business, call 01246 207207.

Key DNCC Services

Membership: Once you understand the range and quality of services on offer, it becomes clear that Chamber membership is fantastic value for money. No other business support organisation can offer what is at the heart of Chamber activity - a passionate commitment to putting members first. To join, call 0115 9578757.

International Trade: The Chamber offers a comprehensive package of international trade services aimed at helping your company succeed in international markets. For more information, call Russell Whillis, International Trade Manager, on 0115 9578752.

Chamber Training: If you require training for your staff or you are an individual looking to increase your skills and potential then Chamber Training can help you. For more information, call 01246 212519.

Business Training: The Chamber's Business Training programme has been has been built around local business needs. Focusing on four key development programmes, these courses can be tailored to suit and individual organisation's requirements. For more information, call 0115 957 8757.

Policy: The Chamber is the leading voice for business in the East Midlands, representing members and the wider business community on local, regional, national and international issues. For more information, call Head of Policy and Representation John Dowson on 0115 9578761.

BusinessWatch: Working with local companies, members, police and local authorities, the Chamber has an established reputation for providing long term, cost-effective business security solutions. For more information, call 01246 212909.

Information Services: The Chamber offers information and research services to members and the wider business community, services which are tailored to specific needs and individual requirements. For more information, call 0844 4432150.

ISPO: The Chamber's International Student Placement Office is a cost effective way for companies to further their international links, with the introduction of skilled International students to the workforce, who bring a wealth of cultural awareness and language skills. For details, call 01332 851282