Greene King becomes Suffolk Chamber Patron

Suffolk Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome Greene King, one of the UK’s most recognisable pub companies and brewers, as its latest Patron. This partnership brings together two longstanding Suffolk institutions with shared values and a commitment to delivering long-term benefits for the local economy.

Founded in Bury St Edmunds in 1799, Greene King has been a cornerstone of Suffolk’s economic and cultural landscape for more than two centuries. Today, the company operates more than 2,600 pubs, restaurants, and hotels across the UK, employs over 40,000 people, and continues to expand its operations. This includes a £40 million investment into a new brewery at Suffolk Park, due to open in 2027.

This new Patronage formalises the company’s support for the Chamber’s mission to connect, represent and support Suffolk businesses of all sizes and sectors. It also reinforces Greene King’s continued commitment to playing a proactive role in shaping the future of the county in which it was founded.

Jo Kreckler, group communications director at Greene King, said: “As a business founded in Suffolk more than 200 years ago and with offices, a brewery and many pubs in the county today, we are proud to become a patron of the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce. We recognise the vital role the Chamber plays in driving growth, innovation, and collaboration across Suffolk. We look forward to working with the Chamber for the benefit of its members on our joint aims to highlight our county's potential on the national stage and build a stronger, more connected Suffolk for the future."

Greene King joins a select and influential group of Chamber Patrons. These are businesses that choose to play a leading role in strengthening the county’s voice on key issues ranging from transport and infrastructure to skills development, international trade and sustainability. Patrons benefit from increased visibility, direct access to policy-shaping conversations and deeper engagement with the wider business community.

John Dugmore, Chief Executive of Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome Greene King to our Patronage. As one of Suffolk’s most iconic businesses, with both historic roots and national impact, they bring unique perspective, scale, and energy to our network. This partnership isn’t just symbolic; it marks a practical commitment to shaping Suffolk’s economic future. Together, we will tackle the issues that matter to local businesses, from skills and infrastructure to community investment and sustainable growth.”

Suffolk Chamber of Commerce serves as a strong voice for business at a local, regional, and national level. The addition of Greene King further strengthens the Chamber’s ability to influence, collaborate and deliver outcomes that matter to Suffolk’s employers and communities.

As both organisations look ahead to the challenges and opportunities facing the region, from improving connectivity to retaining talent, this new partnership is rooted in shared purpose and mutual ambition. Greene King's decision to join as a Patron sends a clear message about the power of collaboration and the importance of investing in Suffolk’s future.