Sheffield’s oldest and greatest to be celebrated

SHEFFIELD Chamber of Commerce is to showcase the city’s best  at its 151st Annual General Meeting.

The event will recognise member businesses that have been trading for more than 50, 75 or 100 years, with special “Celebration of Business” presentations.

The AGM, which makes its return to the Holiday Inn Royal Victoria on September 15,  will also welcome the new chamber president  and co-owner of the hotel – Hermann Beck who replaces outgoing president Richard Wright.

Guest speaker will be John Mothersole, Sheffield City Council’s new chief executive. Twelve new appointments to the Chamber’s council will also be announced.

Lindsay Wilby, chamber events team leader, said:

“This year’s AGM offers members the chance to share the limelight and we want to hear from businesses that have been trading for more than 50, 75 and 100 years to take part in the special presentations.

“This event is all about celebrating, not just the achievements of the chamber, but also the city business community at large and we hope to hear from many members who wish to play their part in demonstrating their success.”

Organisations wishing to be recognised in the Celebration of Business
presentations must have been trading for more than 50, 75 or 100 years and need to submit a brief description of their business to the Chamber before September 5.