Gard craft forum: “We want to be useful”

Xavier Perret est président de la Chambre de métiers depuis 2021. Midi Libre – Pierre Meuriot

La troisième édition du forum se déroulait ce jeudi dans les locaux de la Chambre de métiers et de l’artisanat du Gard à Nîmes.

"L’artisanat regroupe plus de 250 métiers."On this Thursday, May 23, the Chamber of Trades and Crafts (CMA) of Gard hosted the third edition of the craft forum, an event which brings together 31 partners and which hopes to ;attract more than 350 visitors during the day. An event not to be missed for local entrepreneurs and artisans.

A philosophy of utility and support

Xavier Perret, President of the CMA du Gard, explains the objective of this forum: "We want to be useful. It is essential to launch beneficial actions for artisans. This forum embodies our philosophy: offering direct access to a variety of services, from initial training to retirement."

Thanks to the participation of new partners each year, the forum is constantly evolving. "We move to the rhythm of craftsmanship", adds its president. Here, each craftsman can get answers to their questions or "at a minimum" a personalized appointment with a specialist. Among the exhibitors: stands for making wood, ceramics, interior perfumes, but also culinary workshops and 'Masterclass' programs. to develop its projects.

"I am proud to be an artisan"

Diane, from the company La petite cuisine, a tailor-made caterer in Bellegarde, is the first chef in Gard: "I am proud to be a craftswoman", she declared before emphasizing that crafts are the sector which offers the most jobs in France. "You are not born a boss, you become one. If I had not come knocking on the door of the Chambre d’Artisanat or the CCI, I would not be where I am today."

With increasing participation and reinforced support from institutions and partners, the craft forum demonstrates the importance and vitality of the craft sector in the economic development of Gard . Whether you are a creator, buyer or transferor, the CMA aims to be a real "toolbox" for innovative projects and local craft businesses.