Lunch and Learn: Cutting through information overload with AI

In this Lunch and Learn Q&A, Dropbox's Andy Wilson will demonstrate how small businesses can cut through information overload and make AI work for them. Many AI tools offer generic intelligence, but the real advantage comes from solutions that understand a business's own content and workflows. AI that understands a team's work can help them […]

A step-by-step guide to building your business plan

New and established businesses will require a business plan for getting a loan, grant or just to consider the direction they wish to go in. This webinar will teach you what you need to include and how. We will walk you through what should be included within a business plan, how a business plan is […]

How to go global without the headaches

Thinking about international expansion, or just curious about what it takes? We know this can often feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. This session, led by our expert speaker Mike Wilson, is designed to help founders and small business owners explore new markets with confidence and without the stress and complexity that often […]

Tay Country Travel Trade Ready: Insights & Action

Welcome to Tay Country Travel Trade Ready: Insights & Action event! Come join us at Malmaison on October 29, 2025 at 13:30pm for an opportunity to gain valuable insights and take actionable steps to enhance your travel trade readiness. Thank you to everyone who recently completed our survey on how your business is currently engaging with the travel trade, the opportunities […]

VisitScotland bitesize webinars: creating added value experiences

Explore how thoughtful enhancements can generate greater returns through travel distribution. Unpack what added value really means, highlight ways to elevate your existing product, and show how to present experiences that appeal to partners and high-yield visitors.

Introduction to Canva

Canva is an all-in-one online design tool that makes it simple to create graphics, edit photos/videos and write content. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to navigate Canva with confidence, starting with a broad overview of what you can create and do with Canva including a live demonstration of the Canva Editor. We’ll then explore […]

Lunch and Learn: How to save cash and carbon

Join us for a practical session with small business energy expert Jon Perks on how to save your business cash and carbon from the outset. The energy market today is fast-moving and finding the right tariff isn't just about cutting costs – it's about gaining a real competitive advantage. In this Lunch and Learn, Jon […]

ASSC Regional Gathering: “Green is the New Gold”

Albert Halls Dumbarton Road, Stirling

Are you a self-catering operator, industry professional, or associated business in Scotland’s tourism sector? Don’t miss this essential afternoon of networking, knowledge-sharing, and sector-focused exhibitors – tailored specifically for Scotland’s self-catering community. Hosted by Fiona Campbell MBE, Chief Executive of the Association of Scotland’s Self-Caterers (ASSC), the Gathering will bring together operators, partners, and policy […]

How to create engaging content

Producing quality content is an excellent way of helping your customers develop a meaningful relationship with your brand, services and products. In this webinar we will show you how to source and develop a variety of content for your website and social channels. This session is ideal for businesses that already have a business website […]

Work Lean, Grow Fast. Automation for the New Era of Food & Drink

ONE SeedPod Walton Road, Bucksburn

The Scottish Manufacturing Advisory Service (SMAS) is committed to helping food and drink businesses boost productivity through Lean techniques and smart capital investment. In partnership with Opportunity North East, Aberdeenshire Council, and Scottish Enterprise, this event brings together practical insights and live demonstrations. As well as this, attendees will receive a tour of ONE Seedpod, […]

How to write funding applications

Securing funding can be a game-changer — but writing a strong application takes more than just filling out forms. This webinar will offer tools and insights to help improve your chances of a successful application, including: Clarifying and communicating your funding need Building a persuasive business case with clear objectives and costings Understanding your funder’s […]

THRIVE+ : Food & Drink Manufacturing for SMEs

Session 1: Tuesday 4 November Session 2: Tuesday 11 November This event is part of a series of THRIVE+ skills development events delivered by experienced industry trainers. This 2-session training package will cover the following key topics: SELF-MANUFACTURING Areas to think about when setting up food and drink manufacturing Environmental Health Officer (EHOs) will provide […]

£99

Google Analytics – Understand how your website performs

Google Analytics is a powerful tool that helps you understand how your website is performing. It helps answer lots of questions, including: Which marketing channels drive traffic to your site? What pages are users looking at the most? What impact does mobile have on your potential customers? During this webinar, we’ll help you understand how […]

Bookkeeping essentials

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 […]

An introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) for small businesses

You’ve heard of Artificial Intelligence, but do you know how it can help you as you run your business? This practical webinar will explore how AI can help improve your business marketing to be more efficient and cost-effective, through the automatic creation of content for all your digital platforms; as well as helping you better […]

How to deliver low-cost, high impact marketing

When budgets are tight, it can be difficult to find the funds for marketing. This webinar will offer marketing tips and advice that you can then use across your business - without bursting the bank. We will look at: How marketing extends way beyond what most businesses consider it to be and how it provides […]

Reaching the Right People: Understanding your Target Market

Westerton Farmers Laurencekirk

The meeting will take place at Westerton Farm with Monitor Farmers, Fiona Smith and Ross Adamson. The focus will be on understanding markets and how to reach them along with hearing about progress on the development of a cookery school/demonstration concept at Westerton.

THRIVE+ : Crafting Your Compelling Pitch

This event is part of a series of THRIVE+ skills development events delivered by experienced industry trainers. This session is focused on creating a creating a compelling pitch specifically for the food and drink industry. To create a concise, impactful story about your product that will attract investors, buyers, and customers. This package is aimed […]

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Expanding Your Market: Progressing from Direct Sales into Retail or Wholesale

GrowBiz Enterprise Facilitator Daniel Muir will guide you through the key steps, considerations, and benefits of expanding your sales channels. Daniel has a background in supply chain management and understands the challenges small businesses face when trying to scale. He’ll share practical insights to help you figure out the best way to grow—whether that’s expanding into […]

An introduction to business strategy

This webinar is practical, outcome driven, and designed to fit with the needs of small businesses in both B2C and B2B environments. It will help you develop a strategically led approach that can turbo charge business growth, identify the core growth strategy(ies) that are right for your business, and develop an action plan. We will […]