Business support group to meet next week

Thursday, 11 November 2021 07:55

A new group formed to support small local business owners will have its first meeting next week.

The Local Economy Forum, established by the Isle of Man Chamber of Commerce to encourage collaboration and communication, will get together on 15 November between 17:30 and 19:30 at Kiki Tiki's lounge on Loch Promenade.

The Chamber said the purpose of the group is to "harness collective strength to build future resilience for the sector".

CEO Rebecca George, Chamber CEO, said it's a discussion forum for a wide range of sectors including hairdressing, beauty, gyms, motor repair and pet care.

You can find more information here.

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