Putting business first: A new name and era for Queensland’s peak business body

By Emma Clarke

This week marks a new era for the Queensland business community as CCIQ relaunches as Business Chamber Queensland.

The state’s peak body for business has adopted a new name, new branding and new services designed to ensure Queensland businesses have more opportunities to learn, connect and grow.

“Building on our proud 155-year legacy, this relaunch gives a respectful nod to our role as one of Australia’s oldest chambers while highlighting our commitment to putting business first,” Business Chamber Queensland CEO Heidi Cooper said.

“It speaks to our focus on delivering contemporary solutions and perspectives for the contemporary issues and situations that businesses face.

“Looking ahead we see incredible opportunity and Business Chamber Queensland is committed to leading on issues that are important to Queensland businesses so they are supported to thrive.

“As our new name spells out, we’re about putting business first – now and into the future – while maintaining our commitment to a national and international network of chambers for all the knowledge, resources and significance that brings to the state’s business community.

“The federation star in our logo also acknowledges the national chamber network, while the colours of our new brand reflect who we are as Queenslanders.”

Ms Cooper said the relaunch grew out of extensive consultation with the Queensland business community to understand what businesses needed to thrive now and in the future in an ever-changing business environment.

“One of the biggest changes to come from these conversations has been reshaping how we support Queensland businesses. Our new approach will provide more value for every business, in every industry and in every part of Queensland,” Ms Cooper said.

“At Business Chamber Queensland we know business matters and we know what matters to business.”

For more details on Business Chamber Queensland see businesschamberqld.com.au.