New era for chamber of commerce with move to modern offices

Membership organisation Sheffield Chamber of Commerce (SCCI) has relocated its headquarters to Westfield House.

Westfield House provides office accommodation for businesses. Fronting onto Charter Row in the city centre, the new eighth floor office spans 3,444 sq ft.

It will house not only the core Chamber team, but also colleagues from Sheffield International Trade Centre (SITC).

The aim is to ensure the whole team sits under one roof, to greater streamline operations and benefit SCCI members.

The office will feature meeting facilities, versatile event and training spaces and a dedicated business lounge.

Louisa Harrison-Walker, chief executive of Sheffield Chamber of Commerce, said: “Our move to Westfield House marks an exciting new chapter for Sheffield Chamber.

“The new location embodies the energy and ambition of our city. Being positioned at Westfield House, near the very businesses and communities we support, is a testament to our commitment to driving growth and opportunity for all organisations here in Sheffield.

“We’re particularly pleased to have used a local supply chain in our fit-out to keep our investment in the local economy and to celebrate those businesses doing great work here in South Yorkshire.”

Alexis Krachai, chamber president, said: “The Chamber’s move reflects our commitment to making Sheffield the best place to start, run, and grow a business.

“Our new environment is designed to inspire innovation, support our ambitious team, and drive forward our mission of leading the way in shaping Sheffield’s thriving business community.”

Danny Johnson, business director at Sheffield Chamber of Commerce, added: “The health and wellbeing of our team has been a huge priority as we’ve designed the office space and navigated the transition from old to new.

“The team has been consulted at every stage of the process to ensure the investment in the office meets the needs of every single person.

“We’ve also made sure that, while the office suits the needs of the organisation now, it is futureproofed as we continue to grow as a team and expand our services for members.”

The move has been made possible with help from commercial property specialist Colloco, legal specialists Irwin Mitchell, IT infrastructure from ITS Technologies and FluidOne, and a donation of office furniture from Rider Level Bucknall and Westfield Health.