<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Ballymena Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ballymena Area Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses through networking, advocacy, and economic growth initiatives.]]></description><link>https://www.ballymenachamber.co.uk/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 12:02:04 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.ballymenachamber.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Ballymena Chamber of Commerce Hosts Successful Networking &#38; AGM Event at Tullyglass Hotel and Residences]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ballymena Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry welcomed over 100 representatives from local businesses to a highly productive and engaging Networking and AGM event, held on Tuesday 22nd April at the renowned Tullyglass House Hotel &#38; Residences. A Strong Start with Networking and Collaboration The morning began with an excellent breakfast in the newly refurbished Corinthian Suite, setting the tone for a valuable session of networking, collaboration, and business engagement. Attendees from...]]></description><link>https://www.ballymenachamber.co.uk/post/ballymena-chamber-of-commerce-hosts-successful-networking-agm-event-at-tullyglass</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e9db79ab5395dde608208b</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:56:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e88f5c_79372d098ee04028addaa305d83b9406~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rodney Kernohan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ballymena Chamber Hosts Inspiring “Women at Work” Workshop in Ballymena]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ballymena Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently delivered a highly engaging and thought-provoking members’ workshop, “Women at Work – From Overload to Capacity”, in partnership with Sarah Lacey of Nourish and Nurture and Dr Carol Strahan. The event took place at the elegant Tullyglass House Hotel &#38; Residences, bringing together professionals from across the Ballymena business community for an insightful session focused on wellbeing, resilience and performance in the workplace. From...]]></description><link>https://www.ballymenachamber.co.uk/post/ballymena-chamber-hosts-inspiring-women-at-work-workshop-in-ballymena</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e784ec8b2f11ff8e595430</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:12:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e88f5c_de34ac1a643446efb5d42f70fc58b530~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rodney Kernohan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ballymena Chamber Supports Mayor’s Charity Ball at Galgorm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ballymena Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry was proud to attend the prestigious Mayor’s Charity Ball, hosted by Jackson Minford, Mayor of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council. Held in the stunning Great Hall at Galgorm, part of the renowned Galgorm Collection, the evening brought together the local business community, civic leaders and supporters for a truly memorable occasion in aid of two outstanding charities. Supporting Two Incredible Charities The Mayor’s Charity Ball highlighted...]]></description><link>https://www.ballymenachamber.co.uk/post/ballymena-chamber-supports-mayor-s-charity-ball-at-galgorm</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e782d6e30ec41b7d085563</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:07:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e88f5c_45131f2e43a047eda57d11cb06f2fa97~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rodney Kernohan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ballymena Chamber Members Meet the Bank of England to Discuss Economic Outlook]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ballymena Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a highly insightful business engagement event at the Adair Arms Hotel, where local members had the opportunity to meet with Gillian Anderson, Agent for Northern Ireland at the Bank of England. Economic Insights from the Bank of England The meeting brought together Chamber members from a diverse range of business sectors to discuss current economic conditions and the outlook for interest rates in the months ahead. During the...]]></description><link>https://www.ballymenachamber.co.uk/post/ballymena-chamber-members-meet-the-bank-of-england-to-discuss-economic-outlook</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e780c98b2f11ff8e594a45</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:56:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e88f5c_4d13c911c13b4160a693809fff84125a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_666,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rodney Kernohan</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ballymena Chamber Charity Golf Day Announced for June 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join Ballymena Chamber’s Charity Golf Day on 12 June 2026 at Galgorm Castle Golf Club, supporting NI Children’s Hospice. Sponsorship &#38; booki]]></description><link>https://www.ballymenachamber.co.uk/post/ballymena-chamber-charity-golf-day-announced-for-june-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e77e8ea96d49e56ec879e4</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:47:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e88f5c_5881cd623dc042fcbe1f07575c6bd95b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rodney Kernohan</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>