Membership Testimonials

Why have almost 1000 businesses in Dorset joined us...who better to ask than our members themselves?

“Working the Dorset Chamber of Commerce & Industry has been fantastic for AFC Bournemouth. It has enabled us to raise AFC Bournemouth’s profile in the business community, attend some excellent networking events to develop a number of new business contacts, as well as utilise the Chamber’s website and newsletters to promote the club. If you are a business looking to build valuable business contacts in the area and benefit from Dorset Chamber’s support, then I would certainly recommend being a member.”

Rob Mitchell, AFC Bournemouth

"As a new start up business, you really do need all the help you can get, and we used the Merchant Services benefit through our Chamber membership to help us. Caroline from First Data put a huge amount of time and energy into getting us the account that was right for us. Getting a merchant account is a vital option to compete in today`s changing market and without our partnership with First Data we simply would not be able to exist. I cannot speak highly enough of the service I have had from First Data at all levels. The other thing which comes as a bonus is their charging structure is extremely competitive and enhances our proposition."

Dom White, Protect Plus

“Dear Dorset Chamber staff,

I just wanted to drop a line to say how great being a member of the chamber has been for me and my business. My previous business was one of the original Premier Partners of the Chamber and because of this we have always been very supportive of the organisation – so much so that I have sat on the Council of the DCCI for approx 3 years now. The things that I get from membership are mainly the networking and introduction to new companies across Dorset. This is helped greatly by the large number of events you put on (at some great venues which attracts good numbers of attendees) but also by you guys at the Chamber offices recommending me to people when they ring and ask for recruitment help!

As you know I often recommend people to join the chamber – not just for the networking but also for the advice and lobbying that you do. Keep up the good work!”

Helen Stacey, Aspire Jobs

"Our Dorset Chamber membership has proven to be highly successful and rewarding. We have benefited from the exposure it generates and created new relationships with other members. Attending the various events has been of great value, building new partnerships and acquiring new business. DCCI has become invaluable to our business."

Oliver Whittle, SWARM

"I have been a member of the DCCI for over 25 years, and it never ceases to amaze me that the Chamber continues to achieve.
A huge amount of work goes on behind the scenes, and it would take thousands of words to begin to scratch the surface of the successes attained over the years.
My interest , however, is the Networking prowess which the Chamber displays...
Both the breakfast and lunch events attract not only large numbers , but good quality contacts , and this gets repeated time and time again.
The choice of venues, choice of sponsors, the (seemingly) effortless efficiency of each function is a joy to behold.
Most importantly, the benefits of ongoing networking through these well run, well attended, structured events result in raising the profile of one's business , and more often than not winning more customers/clients.

Well done and thank you, DCCI

Peter Hastrop
Isis Business Centre"

"For me, I am a member of two CoC's, and it's the best marketing spend I make in a year. I was able to secure a large contract with a Dorset business as a result of my membership of Dorset Chamber. For me continued membership is a "no-brainer"."

“You are there for us, when we need you”

“Focused and attentive service from the staff employed. Engaged with membership, always there to assist. Knowledgeable.”

“The Cafe Shore networking breakfast has provided us with the greatest opportunities for networking and business success. Being part of the chamber over a period of time allows you to become known in the local community. The Dorset business magazine is very good also - it allows even the smallest of business to become known in the local area.”

“The team at Dorset Chamber and the members - it's the people that make it work.”

“Well run events with good turnout and level of people.”

“Friendly and helpful staff.”

“Forum for local business work done and opportunities.”

“Accessible, interested and helpful staff.”

Membership Testimonials

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