Business Events
Made in Chesterfield Events and Training
Destination Chesterfield teams up with a number of partners to promote a range of business events that are relevant to manufacturing, engineering, property and construction businesses in and around Chesterfield. These range from master classes to networking and from conferences to awards.
Business Events
Made in Chesterfield Launch Event
Every year Chesterfield Champions and other invited guests come together for an evening drinks reception so that they can celebrate the success of the Made in Chesterfield campaign.
This October, Chesterfield College will host the event. They are also the headline sponsor of Made in Chesterfield activity. If you want to find out more then check out the Made in Chesterfield Launch Event.
Chesterfield and North Derbyshire Manufacturing Forum
Destination Chesterfield in association with United Cast Bar and Natwest runs the Chesterfield and North Derbyshire Manufacturing Forum. This event runs twice a year in April and November. It gives manufacturing and engineering businesses the chance to both hear from topical speakers and discuss business with your colleagues in the sector. You can also enjoy a 2 course lunch!
Tour of Construction Skills Hub
Chesterfield Property and Construction group members are invited to join an exclusive tour as part of the new Construction Skills Hub at Mastin Moor on the 22nd October.
Chesterfield Business Expo
The Chesterfield Business Expo is an exciting event for local companies to promote their business and raise brand awareness, as well as increase sales and network. If you would like to book a place then head to the website.
Search for more business events
Looking for more events that can support your business to grow? Find out who the manufacturer of the year is at the Derbyshire Times Business Awards. Or, learn new skills at one of our innovation support workshops. There’s plenty happening in the town.
Search for business events in Chesterfield
Funded training courses
Green skills
Funded green skills courses for construction businesses include Solar panel installation, Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Awareness IMI Level 1 Award, Air source heat pump installation and commissioning, Installing internal/workplace wall insulation and NOCN Level 2 Award in Sustainability. These courses can be accessed through Chesterfield College.
Team leading
Help your team members step into a leadership role with a level 2 qualification in team leading. The course takes place remotely over six weeks and you can access Government funding to cover the cost. More info can be found on Chesterfield College’s website.
Welding
Funding is available (depending on learner circumstances) for this 15-week, level 2 course in welding. It runs on Thursday evenings with two start dates in 24/25. More information can be found on the Chesterfield College website.
Promote your business
Are you keen to promote your business and showcase its presence in Chesterfield? Then why not apply for a local, regional or national award? We love to see and hear about the thriving business community in our town, and it’s a great way to inspire young people, as well as other business owners.
Made in Chesterfield is coordinated by Destination Chesterfield and Direct Education Business Partnership. It is also delivered in association with the Chesterfield College Group and with support from Chesterfield Borough Council, North Derbyshire Careers Hub, MSE Hiller, United Cast Bar Ltd, and Natwest
