CEO Update July 2024
As we head into the heart of summer, I wanted to take this opportunity to update you on some exciting news and events from the Fife Chamber of Commerce.
International Trade
We know International Trade documentation is a tricky process, which is why we have two members of staff who focus on this area: Emma Dunlop has completed her Certificate of Origin training which equips her with the knowledge and skills to navigate the process of obtaining and using Certificates of Origin and Ellesse Kernaghan is currently undertaking her training. We aim to make the process as easy as possible to navigate for our members.
Events
This week we’re delighted to have our first collaboration with the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce at the always popular speed networking. Joint Event with Edinburgh Chamber (Speed Networking)
Other dates for your diary:
- 18th July – Fife Social – St Andrews Innovation
- 30th August/27thSeptember – Amazon Accelerator
- 11th Sep - Business Expo
Save money on staff rewards and client entertaining
I recently learned about some surprising tax penalties when it comes to rewarding staff and client entertaining. To help businesses understand the rules, our member, Thomson Cooper has written an invaluable article on corporate and staff entertaining How to budget for entertaining (and avoid a tax penalty) | Thomson Cooper | Accountants Edinburgh & Dunfermline, Fife
Stephen Percy-Robb
CEO, Fife Chamber of Commerce