‘Surviving the Credit Crunch'

As part of Wiltshire Council's plans to support local businesses during the economic downturn, Tidworth & District Chamber of Commerce is hosting a presentation on the theme of ‘Surviving the Credit Crunch'.  Two eminent speakers, Mark Berrisford-Smith and George Bright will examine the issues arising from the current climate.   Listen to an interview with Mark and George...

• Mark Berrisford-Smith, Senior Economist, Business Economics Unit, HSBC Bank plc. Mark Beresford-Smith from HSBC Bank will examine the Global and UK outlook setting Wiltshire in a wider context

Mark is Senior Economist in the Business Economics Unit at HSBC Bank plc.   He is responsible for advising the Bank and its customers on developments in the UK and global economies, the performance of regions and key industry sectors.

• George Bright, Chairman of the West Wilts Economic Partnership. George will present on overview of his recent report ‘Impact of the Credit Crunch in Wiltshire' (March 2009).

George has lived and worked in Wiltshire for 25 years. A former chartered accountant, he has been a director of various companies in the private and public sectors.

• Representatives from Business Link will talk about the support services that they are able to provide. Follow up workshops will be arranged to provide a more detailed examination of the issues raised.

The event will take place on: 

On Monday 27^th April between 6.00pm & 8.30pm

At Tedworth House, Tidworth SP9 7AG

Complimentary buffet and glass of wine, cash bar

As places are limited and expected to go quickly you are encouraged to book early.  For catering and security reasons please forward the name of your company and the names of all attendees, with contact e-mail addresses, to:      

01980 840225

For further information please contact David Wildman on 01980 600300, or Godfrey Tilney on 01980 840225