Networking was simply a walk in the park for business people — and their pet dogs — in Hatfield.
Dashing dogs and their hardy humans enjoyed rambling, chatting and snacking at Hatfield Park as the Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce tried a new approach to business networking.
Handsome puppy Charlie, belonging to Chamber managing director Donna Schultz, was among the paw-some pooches at the original Netwalking event, which brought together dozens of businesspeople and their furry four-legged friends from across the county.
Donna said: “We’re an innovative, progressive organisation and we’re always looking for new ideas to bring people together.
"If you’re a small business owner, events such as this can help you make that key connection or meet that perfect contact.
“Networking is so important and can really make a difference to the small and medium-sized businesses that are the backbone of our communities.
"We were delighted to see such a good turnout and everyone had a really great time walking and talking.
"I’d like to thank everyone who came and helped make it such a great day.”
The Herts Chamber of Commerce is based down the road from Hatfield House in Salisbury Square, Old Hatfield.
The free Netwalking event was sponsored by YuMOVE pet supplement owner Lintbells, which is based at Halls Green, Weston, near Hitchin.
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The Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce is this year celebrating its centenary with a series of events including its summer garden party on July 11.
To find out more, see https://my.hertschamber.com/events.html.
Established in 1924, the Chamber is a privately-run membership organisation acting as the British Chambers of Commerce’s (BCC) Accredited Chamber of Commerce for Hertfordshire.
Mainly supporting SMEs, the Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce is the largest independent business support organisation within the county.
For more information about the Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce, visit https://www.hertschamber.com.
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