Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce has been representing businesses in the County since 1924. We sit at the heart of the community, working with businesses of all sizes and representing all sectors.
Applications have opened for the third cohort of the Entrepreneur Foundation, you can download the application form here.
If you are a member of the Foundation, please get in touch to gain access to the Entrepreneur Foundation Area.
Entrepreneur Foundation
The Chambers of Commerce network provides support to local businesses through a range of membership benefits, such as: information, events and training and via extensive networking opportunities.
Entrepreneurs are vital to business; individuals who have a vision, can inspire others to join them on their journey and drive the success of our local and national economy.
Empowering Entrepreneurs
Hertfordshire Chamber recognises this need and is seeking to identify entrepreneurs who are passionate about their ideas; about turning their concepts into reality; and who have the energy to create new successful businesses.
The Entrepreneur Foundation has been designed to nurture and grow a new network of enterprising individuals who meet the criteria above; offering a two-year initiative of mentoring, training and support, supplied by Founder members, by Supporters and, of course, by the Chamber itself.
Support for the Foundation
“It gives me great pleasure to give my wholehearted support to the Entrepreneur Foundation...
I have always believed in the importance of encouraging entrepreneurs from a very early stage of the development of their business - and what better way to minimise the risks that they take than to be supported by experienced entrepreneurs who have themselves experienced the highs and lows of starting and running their own business.”
“The Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce have given us the opportunity to network with local entrepreneurs and business leaders to help establish ourselves in our important county. Their “Keep the Heart in Herts” initiative has helped facilitate mentoring, relevant contacts and a sense of community at a time where sharing insights has never felt more important. We are proud members, and excited about the next few events where we get to meet and greet exceptional talent and swap stories of vision and determination in business and beyond.”
Our Benefactor
Simon Cox is the Managing Director for land agency Walter Cooper which started in his garage at the height of the pandemic in 2020. Since then, Simon has grown the company to employ 8 members of staff with new offices based in Widford, Hertfordshire. Simon’s passion and knowledge has been the force behind companies’ success and it’s growth. Walter Cooper was catapulted into the industry officially with a launch at Somerset House in 2021 which was well attended by colleagues with the land profession.
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Since the beginning, Simon has been keen to make an impact on the local community and has made efforts to ensure Walter Cooper gives back. The Annual Walter Cooper Bursary was introduced in partnership with the East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust to help with members of the trust who wish to further their career within the field.
For more information about Walter Cooper, please visit https://waltercooper.co.uk/
Our Supporters
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Croft deliver next-generation technology and managed services for businesses of all sizes. This allows you to streamline your required IT and communications services to give you peace of mind in your business technology.
For more information visit: https://www.croftmsp.com/
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DUA helps businesses and individuals with accounting, tax planning, and financial advice. They also guide clients on growing their businesses, managing wealth, navigating international trade, and planning for the future. Their expertise spans industries like healthcare, property, technology, and international business.
For more information visit: https://www.dua.co.uk/
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Longmores is a progressive firm of specialist solicitors renowned for its professional yet personal service that has been advising businesses and individuals in Hertfordshire and across the country since 1819.
The firm acts for a range of clients including entrepreneurs, SMEs, large corporations and global businesses. The Company Commercial team is led by corporate specialist, Michael Budd, and intellectual property expert, Rina Sond. Their team advise on every stage of your business evolution, from start-up to eventual sale or flotation. Getting your business legally compliant during the early stages can safeguard against any issues in the future. By providing clear, commercially focused and pragmatic advice tailored to your business, they help develop thriving enterprises that create wealth, jobs and long-term prosperity.
For more information,please visit: https://www.longmores.law/
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Redwood Bank launched in August 2017 with a view to offering a real alternative for small and medium sized organisations looking to make sure that their properties and cash work harder for them.
It offers British businesses simple, transparent loans and savings accounts backed up with tailored service, efficient systems and with the knowledge that money is being invested back into British business and into the communities it is part of.
For more information, please visit: www.redwoodbank.co.uk
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Strand PR is a public relations and marketing agency based in Hertfordshire. They help businesses raise their profile and connect with their audience through press releases, social media management, graphic design, and email marketing.
Founded in 2012, the company is known for blending creativity with strategy, often drawing on the journalism background of their team to craft compelling stories and campaigns.
For more information, please visit: https://www.strand-pr.co.uk/
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Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce provides first-class business support to companies of all shapes and sizes.