Organising annual Business Market to promote Business-to-Business networking across Harrogate District.

Sponsoring and sitting on the judging panel of the Small Business Category of the Harrogate Business Awards organised by Ackrill Media Group.

Attending North Yorkshire County Council Harrogate Area Committee Meetings and promoting economy and enterprise issues.

Encouraging proactive positive involvement from the local business community in helping shape our future.

Arranging "Debates over Dinner" on topical issues such as adoption of the EURO and election of a Yorkshire & Humberside Assembly.

Establishing a new "Business Watch" security alert and display sign for businesses.

Taking an active part in the Leeds - Harrogate - York Rail Officers' Strategy Group.

Taking an active part in the Harrogate District Traffic & Transport Forum.

Having ongoing and direct input into future planning of parking, signage,  pedestrianisation and traffic management measures.

Promoting the original installation of CCTV and raising funds to assist local authority bids for grants from central government.

Assisting retailers and hoteliers in their aim to promote Harrogate as a shopping destination.

Taking an active part in the 'Best Value' exercises undertaken by Harrogate Borough Council.