Get Involved
If you would like to become a Member and get actively involved in one of our CFoSB programmes below or other activities, please contact the Chairman Cllr Afzal Akram on 07799 417 418 or afzal@cfosb.co.uk
Ambassador Programme
Conservative Friends of Small Business (CFoSB) has a local Ambassador programme. We are inviting our Members to put themselves forward to represent CFoSB as the local point of contact for new and existing Members. You will be promoted on our website as the local contact.
If you’re interested in this opportunity and would like further information, then please contact the Chairman Cllr Afzal Akram on 07799 417 418 or afzal@cfosb.co.uk.
Campaigning Activities
Conservative Friends of Small Business (CFoSB) has an ongoing programme of Campaigning activities. Whether its door knocking, leaflet deliveries, telephone calling or simply posting provided information onto social media sites we have something to do for everyone.
If you’re interested in helping our local Conservative candidates win elections and would like further information, then please contact the Chairman Cllr Afzal Akram on 07799 417 418 or afzal@cfosb.co.uk
Fundraising Activities
Conservative Friends of Small Business (CFoSB) has an ongoing programme of Fundraisingevents and activities. Whether it’s our Annual Dinner& Awards Evening, an event at the House of Commons, your local Association’s afternoon tea or simply your local MP’s quiz night, we have something for everyone.
If you’re interested in getting involved as a volunteer for fundraising activities, which support Conservative causes and would like further information, then please contact the Chairman Cllr Afzal Akram on 07799 417 418 or afzal@cfosb.co.uk.
Membership Recruitment
Conservative Friends of Small Business (CFoSB) has an ongoing membership recruitment programme. You can join CFoSB as:
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A Business Member – if you’re in business employing less than 250 employees
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A Supporter Member – if you’re a former business person or support small businesses.
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A Patron Member – if you’re a Lord, MP or a Distinguished Dignitary (by invitation only)
Setting Policies
Conservative Friends of Small Business (CFoSB) has an ongoing programme of events, workshops, seminars and round table discussion meetings. These are an opportunity for our Members to get involved in assisting the Conservative Party, government departments, Conservative council groups, elected bodies and other stakeholders in setting polices for small businesses and other areas of interest to our Members.
​If you’re interested in contributing to the formation of polices and would like further information, then please contact the Chairman Cllr Afzal Akram on 07799 417 418 or afzal@cfosb.co.uk.
Developing a Regional Network
Conservative Friends of Small Business (CFoSB) is developing a Regional Network across the country. We are inviting our Members to put themselves forward, if they would like to be a part of the Regional Network, as a Regional Chairman, Area Chairman or an Ambassador. We will provide you with all the support and guidance you will require. You will also be promoted on our website in the role you undertake.
​If you’re interested in this opportunity and would like further information, then please contact the Chairman Cllr Afzal Akram on 07799 417 418 or afzal@cfosb.co.uk.
Supporting Candidates
Supporting Women in Business
Conservative Friends of Small Business (CFoSB) has a supporting Candidates from small businesses programme. We are inviting our Members who are interested in becoming an MP or local Councillor to get involved. You will be provided with support, guidance and access to workshops and seminars which will help you to get ready to be candidates and get selected to stand in elections. This can be for a national, regional or local election. We will work closely with the CCHQ Candidates team to provide you with the support and encouragement you require to succeed.
​If you’re interested in this opportunity and would like further information, then please contact the Chairman Cllr Afzal Akram on 07799 417 418 or afzal@cfosb.co.uk
Conservative Friends of Small Business (CFoSB) has a supporting women from small businesses into politics programme. We are inviting our female Members who are interested in becoming an MP or local Councillor to get involved. You will be provided with support, guidance and access to workshops and seminars which will help you to get ready to be candidates and get selected to stand in elections. This can be for a national, regional or local election. We will work closely with the CCHQ Candidates team to provide you with the support and encouragement you require to succeed.
If you’re interested in this opportunity and would like further information, then please contact the Chairman Cllr Afzal Akram on 07799 417 418 or afzal@cfosb.co.uk