It’s been a busy start to the New Year at Commerce House.
The Chamber team has hit the ground running, working across a myriad of exciting initiatives and projects as we set the stage for another year of growth for the Staffordshire business community.
This week also saw the official announcement that Staffordshire Chambers has appointed Rachel Laver as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Following an exhaustive three-month search, Rachel emerged as the prime candidate to lead Staffordshire Chambers into the future. Currently serving as the CEO at Marches Local Enterprise Partnership, Rachel is set to assume her role at the Chamber on 14 March.
With a distinguished track record of delivering high-value projects exceeding £50 million in various sectors, Rachel’s expertise as a regeneration specialist, particularly in implementing publicly funded projects and initiatives, aligns seamlessly with our mission to foster economic development.
In the coming year, we look forward to building on our recent achievements and advancing the Chamber’s mission under Rachel’s guidance.
Welcome to Staffordshire Chambers, Rachel!
The corridors are certainly quieter at Commerce House this week in the absence of Sara Williams OBE, who embarked on her well-deserved retirement at the turn of the year.
I had the privilege of working alongside Sara for the better part of a decade, during which she was a source of support, an inspiration, and a pioneer for both the Chamber team and the broader business community. All the best in your retirement, and thanks again, Sara.
Looking ahead – I would like to thank our Chamber Board, Council, Patrons, partners and members for the ongoing support – and here’s to a successful and prosperous 2024!
If you want to talk to us about any business issues, including funding, you can call our switchboard on 01782 202222, call the Business Helpline on 0300 111 8002 or email: info@staffordshirechambers.co.uk
