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Bookkeeping essentials
2025-05-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-04 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-20 10:00 - 12:00 UTC and 2 more dates
This webinar is for those who are entering business for the first time or require an understanding of what is involved in financially managing a business, including basic bookkeeping, and creating a profit and loss account. You will also get an understanding of what expenses the business can claim and then how to fund your business. At the end of the session, you will receive a workbook on excel to help you manage and monitor costs and sales.
At the end of this session, you will be able to:

Implement basic bookkeeping skills across your business
Create a profit and loss account
Understand what expenses can and cannot be claimed
Use financial management to increase revenues and profits
Understand capital and revenue costs and how they are treated

Tendering for Success
2025-05-13 13:00 - 15:30
Whether you’re thinking about going for your first tender or have already been through the process but would like to enhance your tendering skills this session is for you.
We’ll be joined by experts in the field of tendering to talk you through the process, common pitfalls, what to look out for and how to prepare your business to be ready for future opportunities for growth.

How to write funding applications
2025-06-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-14 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 12:00
When submitting applications for funding, you need to ensure that the applications are written in such a way that improves your chances of being successful.
There are numerous funders out there and each will have their unique way they wish you to apply, however, in this webinar we’ll explore some key steps you can take to improve your chances of a successful application, including:

Clarifying your need

Demonstrating your needs

Understanding your funder

How to speak their language

Getting the basics right

Overcoming the common mistakes

Answering the questions asked

Delivering profit to drive growth
2025-06-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-24 10:00 - 12:00
The course covers financial analysis, strategic decision-making, resource allocation, and the role of innovation and scalability in leveraging profit for long-term success.
We will cover:

Getting to know your financials
Controlling growth
Improving decision making
Opportunities
Cash is king
Controlling change
Pricing strategies for maximum profit
Measuring profit

Clean Energy Transition Partnership Research and Innovation Funding Call
2025-06-24 10:00 - 11:00
The latest Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP) Research and Innovation funding call will open the on 11 June 2025.
The CETP offers Scottish companies the opportunity to work with other organisations from 30 different countries on collaborative research and innovation projects that support the energy transition.
Scottish universities and research organisations are also eligible to apply when partnering with a Scottish company.
This funding is open to companies in the Scottish Enterprise and South of Scotland Enterprise Regions.
The CETP has already supported projects in areas including Energy Generation, Energy Storage including Hydrogen, CCUS, Energy Systems and Networks, Heating and Cooling, Built Environment and Geothermal.
In 2025 there will be a total budget of €3.5m to support successful Scottish applications.
The webinar will be of interest to both large and small companies and research organisations.
This webinar will introduce the CETP, including the nine funding areas that Scotland is supporting.
It will also give an overview of the:

eligibility criteria
application and evaluation processes
support available for Scottish applicants
partner search and brokerage support

There are nine module areas in 2025 that project proposals can be submitted to.
These are:

Multi-vector interactions between the integrated energy system and industrial frameworks
Energy system flexibility: renewables production, storage and system integration
Advanced renewable energy (RE) technologies for power production
Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS)
Hydrogen and renewable fuels
Heating and cooling technologies
Integrated regional energy systems
Integrated industrial energy systems
Clean energy integration in the built environment

Space data for industry – Denmark Innovation Call Launch
2025-07-14 14:00 - 15:00
What’s it about?
This challenge offers 100% grant funding up to £30,000 for Scottish-based companies developing innovative solutions using satellite data. The goal? To explore and prove the feasibility of space-data-driven services that can benefit Danish customers — especially in the Financial Services sector.
Who should attend?

Scottish tech companies with expertise in space data, software, or product development.
Danish organisations interested in partnering on innovative data-driven solutions.
Anyone keen to explore cross-border innovation and commercialisation opportunities.

Key Dates

Webinar Date: 14th of July 2025
Application Window: 20th June – 22nd August 2025
Project Duration: Up to 3 months, ending by 31st January 2026

Why join?

Learn how to access up to £30,000 in funding
Understand eligibility and application criteria
Connect with potential partners from Denmark and Scotland
Get insights into how space data can drive innovation in Financial Services and beyond

Lunch and Learn: How to pay yourself from your business
2025-08-08 12:00 - 12:30
Running a business is hard work – but how do you make sure you, the business owner, are getting paid too?
This webinar, led by Nathan Pretty gives practical tips to help business owners understand how to pay themselves legally and efficiently, as well as highlighting things to avoid.
Perfect for new business owners who need to start paying themselves and longer standing business owners who may feel scared to take money out of the business for themselves.
Key takeaways from this session:

Different methods of paying yourself
Understanding tax implications of paying yourself for different business structures (sole trader, partnership, limited company)
Common mistakes to avoid when paying yourself from your business

Nathan is a chartered certified accountant with over 10 years of experience in the field. He specialises in helping new businesses get their financial footing.
From bookkeeping to tax planning, Nathan has you covered. His goal is to make the financial side of your business as smooth and stress-free as possible, so you can focus on what you do best.

Lunch and Learn: How to manage your business finances
2025-08-12 12:00 - 12:30
Join Rebecca Barker from Artful Accountancy Ltd for a relaxed, jargon-free session designed specifically for busy entrepreneurs and small business owners.
You’ll get practical, stress-free advice on how to manage your business finances, make sense of essential accounting terms, avoid common mistakes and use time-saving tools. Leave with tips you can implement right away, as well as a helpful checklist and a renewed sense of control over your money.
Key takeaways from this session:

Demystify accounting: Get simple explanations of essential bookkeeping terms, so you can feel confident and empowered when it comes to your finances
Avoid costly mistakes: Learn about the main financial mistakes that new businesses often make and how to steer clear of them
Time-saving technology and tools: Discover accounting tools like Xero, QuickBooks and FreeAgent and how to use them to stay organised and save time

Rebecca is the director of Artful Accountancy Ltd, where she helps creative business owners and entrepreneurs navigate their finances in a practical and stress-free way.
With a focus on simplifying complex accounting terms and using technology to save time, Rebecca empowers clients to manage their financials without feeling overwhelmed.

Making Tax Digital Explained: Businesses With Over £50k Turnover
2025-08-26 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-09-25 17:00 - 18:30
Whether you’re a sole trader, landlord, or small business owner, this friendly, no-nonsense session will get you up to speed.
If your combined income from self-employment and property is £50,000 or more, you’ll be required to follow the new rules from April 2026. We’ll cut through the confusion, explain what’s changing, and show you how to stay compliant without the stress.
This session will be presented by GrowBiz Finance Manager, Kirsteen Hardie.
By the end of the session, you’ll be able to:

Understand who MTD for Income Tax Self Assessment applies to and when it starts
Know exactly what you’ll need to submit to HMRC – and how often
See how cloud accounting can save time and make things easier
Get tips on choosing the right digital tools for your business
Feel confident about taking your next steps toward compliance

This session is a must to small businesses that meet this level of turnover – so please do come along to find out more.
GrowBiz provides enterprise support to businesses, social and micro-enterprises and the self-employed across rural and island Scotland. Please only book a space if you are based in rural Scotland.

Lunch and Learn: How to value your business before raising investment
2025-09-01 12:00 - 12:30
Struggling to determine the right valuation for your business when seeking investment?
Setting the correct valuation is critical – price it too high and you may scare off investors; price it too low and you could regret it for years.
In this Lunch and Learn, funding expert Paul Grant shares a proven approach to confidently setting your company’s valuation for investors. Many entrepreneurs lack confidence in valuing their business and end up making poor agreements or missing out on investment opportunities.
Fortunately, there’s a straightforward method to value even early-stage companies effectively, so you can present a compelling case to investors.
During this session, Paul will explore three key methods you can adopt to value your company and give yourself the best possible chance of securing investment.
Topics covered in this session:

How business angels assess early-stage businesses
How to set a credible valuation for your company
Tactics to boost your start-up’s valuation

Lunch and Learn: Joining supply chains and mastering public contract bids
2025-09-02 12:00 - 12:30
Are you a business owner looking to expand your reach, diversify your revenue streams and secure stable contracts?
This webinar is designed to demystify two powerful avenues for growth: integrating into existing supply chains and successfully bidding for public contracts. In today’s dynamic market, collaborating and engaging with the public sector can be hugely beneficial for businesses of all sizes.
We’ll explore the tangible benefits of becoming a valuable link in a supply chain and provide practical insights into the often-complex world of government procurement.
Topics covered in this session:

Advantages of joining supply chains: Discover how joining supply chains can increase sales, lower running costs, provide access to new markets and boost your business’s credibility and stability. We’ll discuss different types of supply chain relationships and how to identify the right fit for your organisation.
Navigating public procurement: Gain a clear understanding of the public contracting environment, including common types of contracts, where to find opportunities and the essential steps involved in the bidding process. We’ll explain acronyms and look at the common pitfalls, so you can approach public tenders with confidence.
Essential requirements for successful public bids: Learn about the crucial documents, certifications and compliance standards typically required to bid for public contracts in the UK. We’ll cover everything from financial solvency and technical capacity to sustainability criteria and ethical considerations, making sure you’re well-prepared to submit a winning proposal.

Lunch and Learn: What is invoice finance and how does it work
2025-09-16 12:00 - 12:30
In this webinar, Richard Tamlyn explains clearly how invoice finance works, the benefits it can offer your business and how you can implement it in a way that supports growth, frees up cash flow and gives you flexibility – without needing to wait for payments.
Topics covered in this session:

What invoice finance is and how it works
The benefits of invoice finance and what to consider when using it
How your business can access invoice finance

Tech Hub bootcamp: AI, reporting and the future of digital tax
2025-09-17 13:00 - 15:00
In these two Tech Hub bootcamps, we’re joined by Jonathan Dowden and Chris Downing, two industry experts from Sage. They’ll provide practical advice for small business owners on financial reporting and Making Tax Digital (MTD).
1pm to 2pm | Financial reporting with Jonathan Dowden

Find out how to become more confident in your financial reporting – with a focus on using AI to help you
Get a demo of Sage tools that will support your reporting
Ask Jonathan any questions you might have in a Q&A

2pm to 3pm | Making Tax Digital with Chris Downing

Get up to speed on MTD: Understand how the law will affect your practice or business, the services you offer and how to effectively communicate your plan.
Simplify financial admin: Discover practical ways to manage digital records and reduce manual work.
Explore the future of finance: See how Sage Copilot, a new AI-powered tool, can help streamline your workflow and transform your approach to accounting.
Ask Chris any questions you might have in a Q&A

Lunch and Learn: Five payroll mistakes to watch out for and how to fix them
2025-09-24 12:00 - 12:30
Did you know more than 84% of UK businesses make payroll mistakes every single month? These errors aren’t just frustrating – they’re costly. From fines and wasted hours to frustrated employees, the impact adds up fast.
For small businesses still managing payroll in-house – and in many cases, even manually – the stakes are even higher. With ever-changing legislation and tight deadlines, it only takes one incorrect tax code or misclassification of a new starter to throw everything off.
The good news? These mistakes are preventable.
Join Sarah Sharpe of Payroll Ninjas and Adam Coyle from Employment Hero as they reveal how to take the pain out of payroll and avoid the costly errors holding so many SMEs back.
In this session, you’ll discover:

The five most expensive payroll mistakes small businesses are making right now
The hidden cost of these errors to your business and your team
Quick fixes to stop these mistakes in their tracks
How payroll automation can give you back time, money and peace of mind

Walk away with practical tips and tools to simplify payroll, stay compliant and run your business with confidence.

Bookkeeping essentials
2025-10-08 10:00 - 12:00
At the end of this session, you will be able to:

Implement basic bookkeeping skills across your business
Create a profit and loss account
Understand what expenses can and cannot be claimed
Use financial management to increase revenues and profits
Understand capital and revenue costs and how they are treated

You will also receive a workbook on excel to help you manage and monitor costs and sales.
