Your Exclusive
Member Benefits Explained
Protect
Promote
Connect
Business Legal Expenses Cover
Up to £100,000 per claim for a solicitor to represent a member business in defending a legal action. The group policy covers the following most common legal disputes including commercial law, employment law, health and safety legislation, environmental health, tax and VAT issues and construction safety.
HR, Health and Safety, Legal, Tax and VAT Business Helpline
Access to a 24/7 legal advice helpline staffed by solicitors where members can receive confidential telephone advice in relation to any matter regarding employment, HR, health and safety, contract, property, company, consumer, wills and probate law.
Business Documentation Library
Access an extensive Document Library featuring 700+ HR, H&S and Legal templates to download.
With a vast range of options, Quest ensures members have the right tools at their fingertips for every facet of their business. Members will be sent a unique name and password. Log in to the link: chamberdorset.questcover.com
Free Business Credit Checks
Offering credit to a new customer presents a risk to every business and we’d always recommend credit checks are undertaken before doing so. Your membership includes upto 6 free credit checks on other businesses.
AA Roadside Assistance
Running a company with vehicles at its heart means that staying still isn’t an option. The AA’s business breakdown cover will make sure your drivers get back on the road quickly – and with minimum disruption – if the worst happens. All you need to do is choose the right level of cover for you.
Whether you just have a single vehicle or run a whole fleet, the AA can cover your cars, vans, motorbikes and more – as long as they’re 3.5 tonnes or under. If you’re not sure if your vehicle would be eligible, you can call the AA on 0800 55 11 88 to check.
Cover from just £53.62 per vehicle, no matter how small your fleet! Visit theAA.com/business for a quote, using reference code 0360
AXA Health - Business Healthcare Cover
At AXA Health, we know that your people are your greatest asset. Offering healthcare cover shows your employees that you really value what they do for you. That you’re ready to invest in their health and wellbeing – and in getting them back on their feet again if they become unwell.
Healthcare cover can help to provide you with peace of mind that your team’s health and wellbeing is being looked after, so you can focus on your business.
Moneycorp Discounted Foreign Exchange Rates
Foreign exchange and payment solutions experts moneycorp offer members special terms and access to excellent foreign exchange rates. moneycorp can help members make significant savings, while providing a service which will save time and give you peace of mind by knowing their FX needs are in the hands of experts. Chamber Foreign Exchange offers competitive exchange rates, free online currency accounts, reduced transfer fees and fast, online transactions.
Swoop Chamber Finance Finder*
The Chamber Finance Finder platform, powered by our partners at Swoop, simplifies and speeds up the funding process, matching member businesses with the right funding solutions across loans, equity and grants.
Register for a free account and within minutes you could be matched to all finance opportunities available.
Westfield Health Chamber Primary Health Plan*
Westfield Health Chamber Primary Health Plan offers innovative and effective health cover solutions available exclusively to members.
The health and wellbeing services will help you lower absence rates, increase productivity and improve employee engagement. From reducing the number of days and money lost to absence, to improving the productivity of employees when they’re at work, our Chamber Primary Health Plan delivers real benefits directly to our members.
Publish News Stories on the Chamber Website
Members can upload news stories/ press releases to the Dorset Chamber News Portal – note these need to be good quality business news, and not promoting an event or job.
Member Directory Listing
Business listing in our online Directory and Dorset Business Focus magazine.
Introduction to your organisation in Dorset Business Focus Magazine
Your logo featured in Dorset Business Focus Magazine. We will ask you for this as part of the joining process.
Social Media Introduction
Social media welcome shared on social media platforms. This includes logo, business bio and links to your social channels
Editorial for Dorset Business Focus Magazine
Members can submit content for potential inclusion in Dorset Business Focus magazine.
Publication of Member to Member Offers
Members can have offers to other members published on the Member to Member Offer section of our website and in Dorset Business Focus magazine.
Promotion of Training Events
Members can promote training and events to the community here Training Workshops
Use of Dorset Chamber Boardroom*
Free use of Dorset Chamber boardroom up to 8 times per year (dependent on your membership package). This includes use of the AV, tea, coffee and Wi-Fi for approx. 10 people.
Discounted Rates for Events and Training
Members have access to discounted Dorset Chamber online and face to face events and training at venues across Dorset.
Business Sector Networking Events
All members within the necessary sector have exclusive access to our popular business sector networking events at venues across Dorset.
Stand at Business Expo Event*
Members are able to have a stand at our Business Expo events.
*Associate membership includes one complimentary exhibition stand.
Industry Forums
Taking place twice a year, these online forums are an opportunity to discuss the issues affecting your sector with your peers and the Dorset Chamber CEO. Open to Corporate, Charity, Associate and Business Partner Members and above. You can book onto your chosen sessions on the events page.
Complimentary Places at Directors' Events*
Premium members receive one complimentary ticket to Directors Network events, per membership year. Associate members receive two complimentary tickets to Directors Network events, per membership year.
Please note: Directors Network events are exclusively for business owners and directors.
Key Contact Member Database*
Members have access to a digital listing of all Dorset Chamber members (name of business, address and key contact).
Please note this does not include e-mail addresses
CEO Briefings
Premium Members, Associates and Business Partners are invited to attend quarterly CEO briefings. Hosted by Ian Girling, these exclusive events offer updates on Dorset’s business landscape including local authority updates, the economy, details of lobbying activity and other key activities taking place affecting business. You will receive a personal invite to these.
The International Trade Team at Dorset Chamber are very good at helping businesses find the right level of support. Sometimes an off-the-shelf solution is right, but at other times a more bespoke approach gives the best value for money and a more effective answer.
International Trade Matters
I want to thank the international trade team for their support and competence. They assist my business during difficult changes of import procedures with patience and understanding. It is rare nowadays to find such a great support. Thank you Dorset Chamber team!
Pam International
The Dorset Chamber International Trade Team are a friendly team to contact and are always responsive and knowledgeable when asked for advice and support.
Chemring Technology Solutions
FAQs
What type of businesses can join Dorset Chamber?
We welcome all types of businesses and organisations from both the private and public sector; from businesses with just one person working from home to large, international corporate companies. We represent all businesses regardless of shape or size. We also offer preferential rates for registered Charities.
How is the Chamber related to other Chambers in the UK?
Dorset Chamber is an accredited member of the British Chambers of Commerce Network (BCC) representing a national network of 52 Chambers. As such, the Chamber adheres to the accreditation standards that are laid down by the BCC in relation to engagement with the business community; membership; financial health; governance and management and the regional, national and international development of the Chamber network.
Accreditation to the BCC provides access to national discounts and services as well as ensuring that the voice on business is heard at the highest levels within the UK and internationally.
Does my business have to be based in Dorset to be a member of the Chamber?
No, membership is open to businesses wherever they are based. If you are looking to do business in Dorset, we can help you.
Who in my business is covered in my membership?
All employees of your company will be covered by the membership and therefore eligible for discounts on events and training. They will also be able to access the legal advice, health advice telephone support numbers and various other member benefits.
How can I benefit from Chamber discounts?
We have corporate discounts with the AA, Moneycorp, AXA, Swoop Finance Finder and Westfield Health.
Once a member, simply login into the members portal to access your member benefits.
Key Services
