Governance
How the Wight BID is governed, managed and held accountable – ensuring transparency, oversight and representation for levy-paying businesses.
The Wight BID is operated by Visit Isle of Wight Ltd, a wholly independent, not-for-profit company limited by guarantee. It is governed by a board of voluntary directors, elected from across the Island’s tourism and business community.
You can view the company’s Articles of Association here.
The Board of Directors is made up of elected levy payers and strategic partners, and meets quarterly to guide the organisation’s direction and ensure accountability.
An Annual General Meeting (AGM) is held each year, open to all Wight BID members.
We are committed to operating transparently and keeping levy payers informed. To stay up to date with the latest Wight BID activity, projects and opportunities, you can subscribe to our e-news or contact the team directly at bid@visitwight.org.
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Everything You Need to Know About Wight BID
What is the Wight BID?
The Wight BID is a business-led initiative designed to support and grow the Isle of Wight visitor economy through destination marketing, PR, business support, events, partnerships and industry representation.
Who manages the Wight BID?
The BID is delivered by Visit Isle of Wight Ltd, an independent not-for-profit company governed by a Board of Directors made up of elected levy payers and strategic partners from across the Island.
How is the BID funded?
The BID is funded through a levy paid by eligible tourism and hospitality businesses within the BID area, alongside voluntary contributions and commercial revenue streams.
What does the BID actually do?
The BID delivers destination marketing campaigns, PR activity, visitor information, business support, industry training, event promotion, exhibitions, research and advocacy for the Island’s visitor economy.
How can my business get involved?
If you’re a levy-paying business, you’re already benefitting from the marketing activity of Visit Isle of Wight – and you can attend training and workshops. However, if you want to put your business directly in the spotlight, there are lots of ways to do so – from advertising directly with us, to becoming an exhibition partners. Reach our to jill@visitwight.org to see what’s right for you.
What is a Voluntary Contributor?
Voluntary Contribution allows businesses outside the BID levy criteria to financially contribute and access opportunities, visibility and support through Visit Isle of Wight activity.
How can Visit Isle of Wight help promote my business?
Businesses can access opportunities across the Visit Isle of Wight website, email marketing, social media, PR activity, digital campaigns and exhibitions to help reach more visitors.
Click here to see all available packages, or reach out to jill@visitwight.org
How do I submit an event?
You can submit your event through the Events page of the website. The team can also provide guidance on promoting your event and making sure it is compliant and visitor-ready.
Where can I find business support and resources?
The Business Support section includes webinars, training sessions, downloadable resources, visitor insights, industry updates and links to national guidance and support.
How can I stay up to date with BID activity?
You can stay informed through this website – we post our activity regularly – industry emails, webinars, BID LIVE sessions and regular communications from the Visit Isle of Wight team.
If I am a levy payer, why am I not a member?
Voluntary Contribution allows businesses outside the BID levy criteria to financially contribute and access opportunities, visibility and support through Visit Isle of Wight activity.