Join the Waitlist!: Women in Business Lunch

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Join us for the Kingston Chamber of Commerce’s popular Women in Business Lunch, in partnership with Time & Leisure Magazine.

The Women in Business events are perfect for local businesswomen to connect and build relationships in a relaxed atmosphere, while enjoying a delicious two-course lunch paired with a glass of Prosecco, and thought-provoking presentations from our guest speakers.

Guest Speaker:

We are thrilled to be joined at this event by guest speaker, Hilary Briggs, an international, award-winning, and TEDx speaker who will be sharing her experience and wisdom in a talk titled “2025 New Start? Never too late to make the most of your opportunities.”

In today’s fast-paced world, challenges like rising costs, new technology, and staffing issues can leave businesswomen feeling overwhelmed. Thoughts like “I’m too old,” or “It’s too late” can keep you stuck. But what if you could wake up every day energised, confident, and with a clear path forward, despite the obstacles? Embracing change and taking control are key. Hilary Briggs, drawing from her business experience and journey to becoming a champion triathlete, will share how to turn challenges into opportunities.

Key Takeaways:

• A practical framework for learning how to learn.
• Tools to leverage your experience for growth.
• Inspiration that it’s never too late to start anything.

Once described as “Britain’s most exciting woman executive under 40” by Business Age Magazine, Hilary trained as an engineer at the University of Cambridge before her corporate career with Rover Group, Whirlpool Europe, and Laird Group plc.
For the last 20 years she’s supported smaller businesses to improve performance and manage changes, such as implementing new systems, instigating culture change programs and post-acquisition integration.

In the last eight years, she’s got into triathlons, transforming herself from low-grade amateur to member of the Team GB Age Group team, 2023 and 2024 European Champion and World Championships silver medallist, overcoming a major Achilles injury on the way! Hilary is an International, Award-winning TEDx Speaker.

Venue:

We’re excited to announce that our upcoming event will take place at Fuego by Fenwick, the new restaurant of one of our members, situated on the 1st floor of the Fenwick Kingston store. This “brand-new modern oasis” offers you the chance to indulge in the finest Mediterranean cuisine.

Agenda:

• 12.30pm: Registration opens. You will be welcomed with a glass of Ca Di Alte Prosecco upon your arrival.

The first part of the gathering is dedicated to networking, where you can mingle and engage in conversations with new and familiar contacts. Our team will be on-site to help you with introductions.

• 12.45pm: Welcome speech, followed by a guest talk.

• 1.00pm: Open discussion with Q&A session. During this session, it is encouraged that you share your knowledge of the topic, ask questions, and seek guidance.

• 1.15pm: Lunch. Menu options will be available a few days prior to the event.

• Dessert, and further networking. You are welcome to explore other tables to engage in conversations with different women in the room.

• 2pm / 2.30pm: Close of the event

Who will be attending the event?

Among our guests are business professionals, entrepreneurs, directors, educators and community leaders from a wide range of industries and enterprise sizes, representing both local and international operations.

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact the Kingston Chamber of Commerce team at [email protected].

Don’t miss out on this valuable event! Spaces for our Women in Business lunches are high in demand and limited, so do book early to avoid disappointment.

Cancellation policy: In the event you need to cancel your reservation, please cancel within 48 hours in order to receive a refund.

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