Ineedbroadband has been confirmed as headline sponsor for the Chamber’s President’s Celebration for 2025.
Taking place at Renaissance, Kelham Hall on 9th October, the event – previously known as the Annual Dinner – is an opportunity for businesses to network, reflect on their successes and look forward to a prosperous future.
Dr Jo Salter MBE – Britain’s first female jet fighter and voted one of the BBC’s 50 most inspiring women in the world – has been confirmed as the guest speaker for the event. Rejected twice by the RAF, when women weren’t allowed to fly, she was instrumental in changing test policies for allowing new recruits into the air force. She eventually went on to help create a stronger and more modern RAF as the first female leader of an all-male squadron.
The evening will include the announcement of the finalists for the three Chamber business awards covering Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Each name will go through to the three awards nights set to take place next February and March.
The Renaissance at Kelham Hall is set in 42 acres of gardens. It was built as a private stately home in the 19th century, and today provides the perfect backdrop for weddings and events. Its architect was Sir George Gilbert Scott, who reused many of the design elements to create the facade of the London’s Midland Hotel, now the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel.
East Midlands Airport has been announced as the speaker sponsor and Browne Jacobson the drinks sponsor.
East Midlands Chamber President Dawn Whitemore said: “Everyone who attends the celebration can expect exceptional food and exceptional company at an exceptional venue.
“They can also expect an inspirational guest speaker in Dr Jo Salter MBE, who transformed the RAF. She’s now a business leader in her own right and we’re really looking forward to hearing about her journey.
“We wanted the celebration to be held somewhere special, and Kelham Hall has that extra special something – it had the same architect as London St Pancras, so we know it’s going to wow people. It’s an event not to be missed.”
Ineedbroadband co-founder Adrian Robinson said: “We’re incredibly proud to support the East Midlands Chamber President’s Celebration. As a family-run business with deep local roots, this event speaks to everything we value —community, collaboration, and championing the success of local enterprise.
“Founded over 18 years ago by brothers Adrian and Darren Robinson, Ineedbroadband began with a simple mission: to bring better, more reliable internet to areas that had been overlooked by the bigger providers. What started as a local solution has since grown into a trusted connectivity partner for homes, schools, councils, and businesses across Nottinghamshire and beyond.
“Despite that growth, we’ve never lost sight of where we came from. We remain proudly based in the East Midlands, and everything we do is still guided by that family-business ethos—personal, dependable, and community-first.
“That’s why this dinner is so important. It’s not just a celebration of individual achievements; it’s a reflection of the strength and resilience of the entire region. It brings together people who are building things, employing people, innovating, and making a real difference. For us, it’s an opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, form new partnerships, and take time to appreciate the vibrant, thriving business landscape we’re all contributing to.
“As an established East Midlands business, we recognise the value of strong networks—and Chamber membership is one of the most impactful. It offers a platform for connection, insight, and collective progress. We’d encourage any business—large or small—to take advantage of the opportunities it creates. The value isn’t just in services; it’s in being part of a community that wants to see you succeed.
“We’re looking forward to what promises to be a fantastic evening—full of energy, ideas, and inspiration. Here’s to celebrating local success, and to many more years of growing together.”
To book tickets for the President’s Celebration click here.
