On Wednesday 14 October 2026, West Herts Hospitals Charity hosted its very first Networking for the NHS event at the Watford Colosseum, bringing together local businesses who share a passion for supporting our local NHS hospitals and making a difference to patients, their families and our hospital staff.
Event Highlights
- Inspirational Keynote: Guests heard from Lawrence Rosenberg, star of The Apprentice, who shared valuable insights on public relations, artificial intelligence, and strategies for businesses to stand out in an ever-changing commercial landscape.
- Making an Impact: CEO Alison Rosen and Senior Fundraising Officer Alex Murray, shared details regarding projects and upcoming events including ways local businesses can collaborate to make a difference at West Herts Hospitals.
- Connections and Catering: Guests enjoyed making new connections over delicious canapés provided by Anna’s Kitchen.
Alex Murray, Senior Fundraising Officer at West Herts Hospitals Charity, said:
“It was wonderful to welcome so many local business leaders to our very first Networking for the NHS event. We are incredibly grateful to Lawrence Rosenberg for sharing his brilliant insights with us, as well as to everyone who attended. The support of our business community is vital in helping us enhance patient care and support staff wellbeing across our three hospitals.”
Charity of the Year
Thank you to Watford Colosseum for hosting the afternoon and for selecting West Herts Hospitals Charity as their official Charity of the Year. We are hugely grateful for their support of our local NHS services.
Thank you to everyone who attended and helped to make the afternoon such a success. Together, these partnerships help ensure that West Herts Hospitals Charity can continue to fund extraordinary care beyond what the NHS standard provision can deliver.
Looking Ahead
Do not miss out on the next gathering! Follow @WestHertsHospitalsCharity on social media for updates and details regarding the next Networking for the NHS event, scheduled for early 2027.
Highlights from the Afternoon
