Next Generation Chamber is uniquely designed to champion, develop and encourage young business professionals

Next generation chamber provides a platform for aspiring young business people in the region to help them grow and develop via a series of exclusive monthly events, alternating between networking events and personal development sessions

Next Generation Chamber reflects the core belief that we often learn and develop most effectively in the company of friends and peers, with obvious benefits for employers in the creation of more confident, knowledgeable and better networked staff.

To find out more about membership contact us on 01604 490490 or email us at info@NextGenerationChamber.co.uk

Networking Events & Personal Development Sessions

Our Next Generation networking events provide a platform to meet, connect, develop relationships and share best practice with peers and fellow members. Whilst our Personal Development Sessions provide inspirational talks from business leaders who share their knowledge, best practice and how they worked their way to becoming a successful businessperson.

Next Generation Personal Development – Guest Speaker: Jack Pishhorn

23 April 2025

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Title: Next Generation Personal Development – Guest Speaker: Jack Pishhorn

Jack Pishhorn is a dedicated professional with extensive experience in heritage, tourism and cultural management. Currently serving as Head of Culture, Tourism and Heritage for North Northamptonshire Council and as the Director of The Chester House Estate, he works to make cultural and historical sites more accessible, engaging and financially sustainable. He has been involved in major restoration projects, the development of visitor experiences and the management of diverse teams, always aiming to balance heritage preservation with commercial viability.

With a background in management and leadership from the University of Manchester, Jack has taken on a range of roles across visitor attractions, rural estates and cultural institutions. In 2024 Jack was awarded ‘Business Person of the Year’ at the Northamptonshire Business Awards run by Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce.

This will be an interactive as well as an insightful session, offering a Q&A Session with Jack after he’s discussed his career journey

Venue: Northamptonshire Chamber, 8 Waterside Way, Northampton, NN4 7XD

Next Gen Member Cost: £0.00 + VAT

Date: 23/04/2025

Start Time: 17:30

End Time: 19:00

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Next Generation Personal Development –Being Change Ready

28 May 2025

Event

Title: Next Generation Personal Development – Being Change Ready

It’s not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent that survives. It is the one that is most adaptable to change’ – Charles Darwin.

Being change ready is vital in today’s fast-paced, ever-changing world where science fiction is fast becoming science fact. This 90 minute session will help you understand not only why change so often fails in organisations, but how being change ready is a vital attitude and skill to acquire.

Here’s what to expect:

•    An in the moment temperature check as how people who are in attendance feel why change fails in organisations. We’ll debate the results which will indicate priority areas participants that they can then take back to their workplace, either now or in the future.
•    A video in the four key competences that are necessary to lead change in yourself or in others. Again, we’ll discuss in plenary what this means for us as leaders now and going forward in our careers.
•    Trainer input and group discussion on how emotional intelligence can be a blocker or an un-locker when it comes to dealing with change – either at a personal or at an organisational level.

This will be an interactive as well as an insightful session, offering practical learning for all those who attend.

Venue: Northamptonshire Chamber, 8 Waterside Way, Northampton, NN4 7XD

Next Gen Member Cost: £0.00 + VAT

Date: 28/05/2025

Start Time: 17:30

End Time: 19:00

The Next Generation Committee Members are be responsible for managing the performance of the Chamber’s activities and representing the interests of the members. As ambassadors they promote the Chamber’s aims and objectives as appropriate across the business community.

Abbie Campbell

Corporate and Community Fundraiser, Northamptonshire Health Charity

I’m a 29-year-old from Northampton. I graduated from the University of Northampton in 2019 with a BA Hons in Event Management and subsequently went on to work as an Event and Marketing Coordinator for The British Medical Ultrasound Society. I currently work for Northamptonshire Health Charity as a Corporate and Community fundraiser, and I have background of experience within the hospitality and health sector.

I’ve had moments over the years where I have struggled with getting myself out there and meeting new likeminded people and have found the next generation chamber to be an incredible support for this. I love knowing that I am going to be a part of creating a platform for the next generation! In my spare time I enjoy a pub quiz, bingo or watching a good series! I’m a big animal lover and I have 2 pet Rabbits which I talk about a lot.

Alicia Fergusson

Personal Assistant to Chief Executive and Assistant Chief Executive, West Northamptonshire Council

I am 21 years old, born and bred in Northampton and I have been working in local authorities in Northamptonshire since March 2020, where I began studying an apprenticeship in Business Admin. After completing my apprenticeship, I started working at West Northamptonshire Council in January 2022 as Personal Assistant to the Chief Executive and Assistant Chief Executive. My job is often fast paced and can involve juggling lots of different things at once but it is also be very rewarding and I like making new connections and speaking to a range of different people, especially when it benefits the local area and it’s residents.

I really enjoy networking and have been actively leading on my organisations internal Early Careers Staff Network which has been a great success and I hope to use some of my experiences to support the Next Gen Chamber. I am really looking forward to being a part of the Next Gen Committee and excited to continue meeting other likeminded young people in the network and helping to develop the CPD program.

When I’m not in the office, I love to listen to live music and am always up for gigs and festivals. I’m looking to spend the next few years travelling and visiting different music venues around the world!

Molly Feugard

I started my career completing a Digital Marketing Apprenticeship and working as a Marketing Executive for a number of years before joining the Chamber in 2021. I started my time at the Chamber as the Training Executive before moving into the role of Digital Marketing Executive.

During my time at the Chamber some of my highlights include working on projects such as redesigning our Chamber Inbusiness magazine, introducing our new brand for the Northamptonshire Business Exhibition, continually growing our MK Business Showcase Events, and working on the prestigious Northamptonshire Business Awards. I can’t wait to bring some of these elements to the Next Generation Chamber in the future!