Suffolk Chamber’s Prestige Dinner 2025: Celebrating Suffolk Business with Richard Coles

The Suffolk Chamber of Commerce’s annual black-tie member-only event, Prestige Dinner 2025, has taken place.

It was held last week at Venue 16, in Ipswich, marking another standout moment in the Suffolk business calendar.

The evening brought together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and key stakeholders to celebrate the achievements of Suffolk’s dynamic business community.

The evening featured a special guest appearance by the Rev Richard Coles, cleric, broadcaster, writer, former Communard, and “I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here!” finalist.

Richard reflected on his extraordinary career from chart-topper to cleric and offered a unique perspective on leadership, creativity and personal growth.

The evening provided a platform to recognise and celebrate how Suffolk businesses continue to innovate, adapt, and thrive in an ever-changing landscape.

John Dugmore, the chief executive of Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, said: “The Prestige Dinner has become one of the most anticipated events in our calendar.

“Beyond the speeches and networking, what stands out is the sense of collaboration and shared purpose that drives Suffolk’s business community forward.

“We can’t wait to come together again next year to celebrate even more of Suffolk’s outstanding achievements.”

The success of the evening was made possible thanks to the support of sponsors: Portable Space, Vertas Group, GAP Group Hire Solutions and Venue 16.