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Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce

Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce (TVCC) is the 5th largest accredited Chamber in the United Kingdom and the only accredited Chamber of Commerce for the Thames Valley region, proudly representing one of the world’s most impressive and vibrant international business communities.

An established centre of excellence for both trade and inward investment services

Representing seven local Chambers and over 4,000 members (consisting of businesses large and small, national and international), who in turn employ over 295,000 staff

Delivering a high quality and diverse events calendar, ranging from market briefings to sector-focused roundtables and international conferences.

TVCC is a politically neutral organisation that aims to be the independent voice of business for one of the most economically successful regions of the UK. Centered around the four key priorities and six themes outlined in its Business Manifesto, the Chamber leads, supports and campaigns for a strong programme of policy activity throughout the region.
The four main priorities are identified as:

1

Provide a business solution to securing the commitment, funding and delivery of the Western Rail Link to London Heathrow (WRLtH)

2

Maintain the momentum behind delivering the third runway at London Heathrow

3

Use trade credentials to lobby Government to ensure it secures a business-friendly BREXIT for UK plc and safeguards the future interest of businesses exporting and investing in the region

4

Identify, promote and showcase examples of best practice around how business and academia are investing in the region’s future workforce and fostering an entrepreneurial culture

Our Thames Valley team are a ‘Centre for Excellence’ in providing international trade services and global representation. We are committed to long-term relationships with our members and providing them with relevant, value-added services that help support regional, national and international business.

 

Selected as the favourite location for North American corporate headquarters, the region provides a familiar business culture with no language barriers. The Chamber delivers a free service of a soft landing into a networked business community that can save you time and money, and help grow your organisation in a tried-and-tested business location.

 

Once established, many newcomers to the region join the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce to benefit from meeting potential partners, suppliers and customers at a variety of our regular forums, networking events and conferences.

Inward Investment Services

For the 2017/18 financial year, the Thames Valley retained its status as the number one region in the UK, outside of London, for attracting foreign direct investment (FDI). 191 FDI projects were recorded, with a high proportion of these investors strongly supported by the Chamber. View the annual Thames Valley Inward Investment Results Report here.

 

With proven expertise in helping to co-ordinate and deliver inward investment activity across the region, TVCC works alongside the global networks of the Department for International Trade and International Chamber of Commerce, as well as the region’s Local Enterprise Partnerships, Local Authorities and professional service providers.

 

In addition to promoting the Thames Valley as a leading international business location and investment destination of choice for foreign-owned companies (FOCs), it also provides a comprehensive ‘soft-landing support’ service for FOCs wishing to set up or expand in the region. This includes providing free introductions to academic institutions, solicitors, accountants and recruitment agencies. TVCC also has access to a wide range of property advisors and agents, including owners of some of the region’s large commercial estates, to enable new investors to find the most appropriate and suitable site for their needs.

Contact Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce 

Mary Moss, Policy and Inward Investment Manager

marymoss@tvchamber.co.uk

Mobile: +44 (0)7917 146 620

Department for International Trade

TVCC are a key delivery partner for the work of the Department for International Trade, the National Government body responsible for promoting the UK as a leading business location and supporting companies to export into new international markets. Additionally, we work closely with academic institutions, Local Authorities and Local Enterprise Partnerships across the region.
Invest in Great is a digital platform service from the DIT, designed for those looking to invest in or trade from the Thames Valley. It contains information on why an overseas business should invest in the UK and sector-specific information about the UK economy.
The UK Investment Support Directory, a new online tool designed to help international investors set up and expand their operations in the UK, has been launched. Hosted on the Invest in Great website, it connects investors with businesses across the country, such as experts in accountancy, law, consultancy and recruitment. Discover more about the Directory here.