Perthshire Chamber of Commerce

What Perthshire Chamber of Commerce does

Perthshire Chamber of Commerce (PCC) is an independent, non-profit, non-political business membership organization headquartered in Perth, Scotland, operating from MB 3, Kinnoull House, Friarton Road, PH2 8DG, with a 7-person staff. It serves sole traders, micro-businesses, SMEs, and large international employers across rural and urban Perthshire, and is positioned as the local node of the Scottish, British, and International Chambers of Commerce network — described in source material as Scotland's largest and most influential B2B network.

The core offering is tiered Chamber Membership (Silver and Platinum) priced from £50+VAT for new-start businesses to £605+VAT for companies with over 250 employees, billed annually. Members gain access to networking events, a free Business Mentoring program, an International Trade Programme supported by the Department for International Trade and Scottish Development International, and bundled advisory services including Chamber HR (with 400+ free employment documents), Chamber Legal Expenses (up to £1M cover, 24/7 helpline), Chamber H&S (unlimited advisor calls plus a compliance check), and Chamber Tax (specialist advisor access with enquiry insurance). Content and engagement channels include a weekly newsletter, the Member Directory, a Jobs Hub, an external Perthshire Chamber Podcast released bi-weekly via Johnston Media, and an event calendar anchored by the annual Business Star Awards (a black-tie ceremony attended by approximately 400 guests).

The Chamber's revenue model is essentially subscription-recurring membership dues supplemented by Platinum Partner sponsorship and event-related income. It is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors including President Kerr Elliott, Honorary Director Stephen Leckie (CEO of Crieff Hydro), and Chief Executive Vicki Unite. Distribution is direct (website registration or office contact), with no intermediaries, and the Chamber explicitly positions itself as a gateway to Scottish Government, UK Government, and international trade contacts that an individual firm could not access independently.

Name

Perthshire Chamber of Commerce

Legal name

Perthshire Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://perthshirechamber.co.uk

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Perthshire Chamber of Commerce is an independent, non-profit business membership organization in Perth, Scotland, serving sole traders through large international employers across the region. It offers tiered membership, mentoring, international trade support, and bundled HR, legal, H&S, and tax advisory services, anchored by the annual Business Star Awards.

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akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Perth

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees charged to businesses based on employee count, ranging from £50 for new startups in their first year to £605 for businesses with over 250 employees. This is the primary revenue stream for the non-profit organization.

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Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Perthshire Chamber of Commerce is an independent, non-profit business membership organisation that sells annual memberships (Silver and Platinum tiers) to local businesses, providing access to networking events, business advocacy, international trade support, mentoring, and member discounts on professional services. Through its affiliation with Scottish, British and International Chambers of Commerce, it represents over 12,000 companies and offers services such as HR, legal, health & safety, and tax advisory access to its members.

Product overview

Perthshire Chamber of Commerce is an independent, non-profit business membership organization offering a platform of interconnected services. The core offering is Chamber Membership (available in Silver and Platinum tiers) which provides access to networking events, business support services, advocacy, and member-to-member discounts. Supporting services include Business Mentoring, International Trade Programme, and Chamber HR/Legal/H&S/Tax advisory services. The Chamber organizes regular events including the Annual Dinner, Business Star Awards, Golf Day, and Networking at the Races. Additional services include a Podcast series, Member Directory, and Jobs Hub. The organization connects businesses of all sizes from startups to large international employers across all sectors.

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Products and services

• Chamber Membership (Silver and Platinum tiers) Annual business membership offering Silver and Platinum tiers providing access to networking events, business support services, advocacy, and member-to-member discounts. Tiered by employee count from £50+VAT for new startups to £605+VAT for businesses with over 250 employees.
• Business Mentoring Programme Free service linking businesses seeking mentors with experienced professionals who provide guidance and share knowledge. Reported outcomes include 94% increase in turnover, 65% expansion effects, 62% increase in products and services, 44% introduction of new products or services, and 50% developing personal development plans for employees.
• International Trade Programme Export support services including trade missions, market identification, and global networking through the Scottish Chambers of Commerce Network and partnerships with DiT, SDI, and Scottish Enterprise.
• Annual Events Programme Regular events including monthly networking breakfasts, member visits, Annual Dinner, Chamber Golf Day, Networking at the Races, Perthshire On A Plate food festival, and inter-chamber events. Mix of online and face-to-face events across Perthshire.
• Business Star Awards Annual black-tie awards ceremony celebrating Perthshire's award-winning businesses, held each November. Approximately 400 guests attend. Open to any business registered in Perth & Kinross.
• Member Directory Online business directory listing all Chamber members, accessible via member login.
• Jobs Hub External jobs portal for Chamber members to post employment opportunities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 94% reported an increase in turnover through business mentoring
• +4 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

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Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Binn GroupcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerScotland's leading independent recycling and waste management company. Operates the 62-acre Binn Ecopark near Glenfarg processing over 300,000 tonnes of material annually with 90%+ recycling rate. Main Sponsor and Platinum Partner of the Business Star Awards. Employs over 160 people and provides significant economic benefits to the local economy.
• Castle WatercoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLeading independent water retailer in the UK's business water and wastewater services sector. Committed to customer-centric approach and water efficiency. Supports regional development and business growth through Chamber partnership.
• Flonix LtdcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFounded in 2008, supports 100+ firms globally including FTSE 200 companies. Operates from main office in Redgorton with branches in London, Manchester, and Edinburgh. Provides adaptive IT support, speed, reliability, and client-oriented flexibility.
• Graham Hygiene ServicescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCommercial specialist hygiene provider based in Blairgowrie. Services cover Scotland and North England including washroom services, kitchen extraction cleaning, ventilation cleaning, and PAT testing. Part of Graham group including Graham Pest Control and Graham Fire Protection.
• Johnston MediacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProduces corporate videos and live-streaming services for 25 years. Provides event management, production, filming, equipment hire, hybrid/virtual events, and podcast services. Collaborated with Chamber on inaugural podcast series featuring Business Star Awards sponsors and winners.
• Perthshire AdvertisercoreGTM or Marketing PartnerFounded in 1829, serves communities of Perthshire region. Published on Tuesday and Friday with local news team providing interesting, informative and hard-hitting local stories.
• Perth RacecourseminorGTM or Marketing PartnerScotland's most northerly racecourse. Partners with Chamber for Networking at the Races events combining horse racing with business networking.
• SideycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerWindow and door manufacturer and installer for over 90 years. Supplies and installs to retail, trade, newbuild and social housing sectors throughout Scotland. Core values include being best at what they do, investing in people and communities, and developing innovative sustainable products.
• STVcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerScotland's home of news, entertainment and drama. Most watched commercial TV channel in Scotland with 71% of Scots tuning in monthly. STV Player streaming service growing rapidly. STV Studios is Scotland's biggest production company.
• UHI PerthcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerEducational institution offering range of options from distance learning to part-time and full-time study. Platform influences economic environment within Perthshire and allows staying in touch with business community across all sectors to ensure up-to-date curriculum content.
• The Lending ChannelcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPerth based national property finance broker established in 2010. Headcount of 20, on track to complete £75m lending in 2023. Offers residential mortgages, commercial mortgages, buy to let, bridging and development finance. Led by local brothers Alistair and Murray Ewing with Elaine Ewing.
• VisionPKcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOnly charity providing services for people with sight loss and hearing loss in Perth and Kinross. Services include specialist rehabilitation, assistive technology support, practical and emotional support, activities and peer support groups. Platinum Partner status allows connecting with local businesses and community leaders.
• Scottish Chambers of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork of 30 local Chambers representing over 12,000 companies and 50%+ of Scotland's private sector workforce. Works with Scottish Government to boost Scotland's exporting performance. Coordinates trade missions and international opportunities.
• British Chambers of CommercecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational affiliation ensuring Perthshire issues are heard at national and international levels. Provides additional services and member benefits including HR, legal, health & safety, and tax advisory services.
• DiT (Department for International Trade)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment department supporting international trade. Works with Chamber network to boost Scotland's exporting performance.
• SDI (Scottish Development International)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupports trade and international development. Partner with Chamber and Scottish Government to boost exporting performance.
• Scottish EnterpriseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEconomic development agency supporting business growth in Scotland. Regular meetings with Chamber to promote members' views.
• Perth & Kinross CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal authority with regular meetings with Chamber to discuss business community issues. Partnership includes procurement events to increase local contracts and joint working.
• AA Business ServicesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerProvides Chamber Roadside Assistance giving members 67% discount on business breakdown cover for small and large fleets or single commercial vehicles.
• MoneycorpminorGTM or Marketing PartnerForeign exchange and international payments service. Chamber members can deal online or speak to expert dealers for currency exchange needs.
• AXA HealthminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBusiness health insurance providing private medical insurance for employees of Chamber members.
• Westfield HealthminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHealth and wellbeing cover solutions exclusively for Chamber members. Can help lower absence rates, increase productivity and improve employee engagement.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce: Another Scottish local chamber of commerce operating under the Scottish Chambers of Commerce network. Directly comparable in structure, membership model, and service offering, but serving the Edinburgh market rather than Perthshire.
• Glasgow Chamber of Commerce: Larger Scottish local chamber also affiliated with Scottish Chambers of Commerce. Offers directly comparable services (networking, advocacy, international trade) to a Glasgow-based membership base.
• Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce: Neighboring Scottish chamber serving the Dundee and Angus region. Directly comparable in operating model, tiered membership structure, and B2B networking focus.
• Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce: Scottish regional chamber of commerce operating in the northeast. Comparable as a local chamber member of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce network with similar advocacy, training, and networking services.
• Scottish Chambers of Commerce: The umbrella network of 30 Scottish local chambers, including Perthshire Chamber itself. Directly comparable as the parent federation coordinating trade missions, advocacy, and shared services across Scotland.

Regional players

• Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE): Scottish economic development agency supporting businesses in the Highlands and Islands. Comparable in mission to support regional business growth and trade, though structured as a government agency rather than membership organization.

Broad incumbents

• Institute of Directors (IoD): UK-wide membership organization for business directors and leaders. Comparable as a membership-based business network offering networking, advocacy, and professional development, but with a national remit.
• British Chambers of Commerce: National UK chamber federation that Perthshire Chamber is affiliated with. Comparable in network model and member services, but operates at national level with international trade accreditation authority.
• Federation of Small Businesses (FSB): UK-wide membership organization for small businesses. Overlaps significantly with Perthshire Chamber's SME-focused value proposition, but operates at national scale with broader geographic coverage and similar advisory services.
• Confederation of British Industry (CBI): UK's premier business lobbying organization. Comparable in advocacy and policy representation functions, but serves larger corporates at national level rather than regional SMEs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/perthshire-chamber-of-commerce

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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Investments

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