SucceSS, the business and professional group within the Southern Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted a young professionals networking event in late May which attracted just under thirty delegates from in and around the Midlands.

The event which was sponsored by Ansons LLP solicitors was held at the Après bar on Bird Street in Lichfield.

Louise Richardson, assistant solicitor at Ansons LLP and the main host for the evening, commented: "I think the event was such a success because it had a relaxed and informal atmosphere. I also believe that holding it at the Après bar instead of at a hotel appealed more to the young professional".

Sue Arnold, chairman of SucceSS said: "Our young professionals are the future business leaders and it is important that we provide networking support to help tomorrow's business leaders build professional contacts at an early stage in their careers.

"I am delighted that the event was judged to be a triumph and I would like to thank Ansons LLP solicitors as the sponsors of the event and Louise Richardson for all her hard work in making this event happen."

The next young professionals networking event is planned for early autumn of this year.