Brexit Club formed to offer practical advice

A Brexit Club has been launched by Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce to offer businesses impartial, practical advice about dealing with the consequences of the EU referendum.

Events will be held across the region to help firms understand what Brexit might mean to their ability to trade abroad - and how it could impact on issues such as hiring staff from overseas.

The club will also provide a forum for businesses to express their concerns regarding the Brexit process as the Chamber will be tirelessly lobbying government to make sure the voice of the Coventry and Warwickshire business community is heard.

Despite ongoing uncertainties following the Brexit vote, international trade remains vital to many business - and may, in many cases, be the key to success in 2017. That is why the Chamber is launching a range of new support packages for businesses on top of the current services it offers through its International Trade Hub.

The Chamber will, for the first time, unveil a new International Trade Membership package which will give companies access to a range of events, services and expert advice to help ensure their export success.

James Ahearne, of the Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce, said firms had to make the most of the opportunities to them abroad – despite global uncertainty.

“We’ve had the Brexit vote and that has created uncertainty but it has also created opportunity for exporters in terms of the value of the pound," said Mr Aherne. “Never before has it been so important for companies across Coventry and Warwickshire to take seriously the opportunity to grow through overseas trade. And the range of support we now have available means we are in a strong position to help them achieve it.

“As a Chamber we intend to be there help companies mitigate the risks that lie ahead, but also to capitalise on opportunities to expand into new overseas markets.

“The new International Trade Membership, together with our expanded programme of activities at the international trade hub, mean we have every base covered when it comes to exporting. Whether it’s help from the Chamber Network, the Department of International Trade (DIT) or the private sector, businesses can access the all support they need under one roof.

“We’re calling on companies to get involved with the Chamber of Commerce – not only as place to access advice and support, but also as the voice for local businesses during these uncertain times.”

For more information on overseas trade and the support available through the Chamber call 024 7665 4321 or email internationaltrade@cw-chamber.co.uk