Strength of economy showcased at business exhibition

MORE than 300 people attended a sell-out business exhibition which aimed to showcase the “strength, diversity and resilience” of the regional economy.

Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce hosted its Chamber Means Business exhibition at the New York Stadium on September 15, bringing together companies from across South Yorkshire.

Rotherham organisations exhibiting included Magna, Rotherham and Barnsley Mind, RNN Group, Signs Express, Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice, Andrew Rogers Wealth Management and Gulliver’s Valley theme park.

The event, also offered delegates the chance to get an update on the Rotherham Town Centre Masterplan, as well as share their views as part of the wider consultation process, with a rolling presentation.

Chamber chief executive Andrew Denniff said: “Since we first launched the exhibition ten years ago, it has firmly established itself as an important date in the local business calendar and one which helps to showcase some of the incredible work being delivered in our region by businesses operating in many different sectors.

“The success of events like Chamber Means Business helps to illustrate the strength, diversity and resilience of our local economy.”