Growth Through People

Your essential toolkit for business growth - access expert insights, practical tools, and guidance on people management & leadership.

People Are Often A Business’ Biggest Cost - And Asset

The Business Growth Studio is packed with cutting-edge resources focused on the critical pillars of business growth. 

It features the essential tools, expert insights and practical workshops that micro and small businesses need through the different stages of their journey.

Our Growth Through People hub provides invaluable resources, actionable insights, and hands-on workshops to help businesses survive and thrive in competitive markets. Learn how your business can boost productivity and grow through investing in your approach to attracting, retaining and developing talent.

 

The Business Growth Studio Resources & Workshops

Exclusive to GBCC members, these practical workshops and tailored resources deliver essential insights to fuel your business growth. Log in to your digital account for full access. Stay ahead with a continuously expanding library designed to support your long-term success.

Workshop - Rethinking Recruitment: Attracting & Selecting Talent

Finding the right people essential for business growth. This interactive workshop will equip small business leaders and managers with the latest knowledge and insights on how to effectively navigate today’s tight labour market.
1st July, 9:00am-11:00am, Arden Hotel & Leisure Club, Solihull

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Other Programmes & Support from the GBCC

At the GBCC, we’re committed to empowering regional businesses with exclusive member benefits, expert-led services, and high-impact programmes—designed to help you build strong foundations for sustainable growth and success. Find out more about what else we have on offer:

GBCC Member HR Advice Helpline

The GBCC provides a free legal and financial telephone advice service for all staff of GBCC member organisations. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The service, provided by Arc Legal, can advise on a comprehensive range of legal and accountancy matters. Log in and visit the My Account section of the GBCC website to find our more: Login | Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce or speak to your GBCC Relationship Manager.

 

GBCC Member BHSF Staff Discounts Portal

Thanks to the GBCC BHSF Staff Discounts Portal, all employees of Chamber members can access hundreds of discounts at high-street stores – valuable support for staff during a high cost of living. The services are provided by our partner BHSF. Log in here and visit the My Account section of the website to find out more and share this resource with your employees:

 

Member Marketplace

Chamber members can access our Member Marketplace, your one-stop destination for exclusive deals, discounts, introductory offers and free consultations provided by our members, for our members. Our Member Marketplace is here to help you save money, invest in growth and connect with businesses in your area. Log in to access the Member Marketplace.

Future Faces Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber’s ever-growing network for young professionals and the leaders of tomorrow. Future Faces exists to network, develop and recognise young professionals from any sector across Greater Birmingham. For £150+VAT per annum, individual young professionals gain access to a dedicated programme of professional development and networking events and the opportunity to be matched with a mentor.

 

 

Other GBCC Events

Find other events and workshops on similar themes from across the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce:

 

The Business Growth Studio Conference

The Business Growth Studio Conference 2025 - Grow Your Business with Confidence

Join us at this unmissable event designed exclusively for SME business leaders who are ready to navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and scale their businesses in today’s fast-moving marketplace.
1st October | 9:30am-4:00pm | Edgbaston Stadium | FOC for GBCC Members

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