Unlocking the power of crowdfunding

This webinar will equip businesses with the knowledge and strategies to effectively leverage crowdfunding for growth and success, We’ll cover: Understanding your funding audience Crowdfunding success stories The impact of a successful campaign The opportunity presented by patronage models Essential elements of a winning crowdfunding campaign Building a crowdfunding culture Crowdfunding myths and realities Strategies […]

Tourism and heritage sector skills

Join Diane Cunningham, Growth & Inward Investment Manager at Skills Development Scotland, and Lawrence Durden, Tourism Sector Manager, as they explore the challenges faced by the tourism and heritage sectors in talent attraction and retention. Joining Diane and Lawrence are Catherine Cartmell, Historic Environment Scotland’s Skills Investment Plan Manager, Kat Brogan, Managing Director of Mercat Tours and […]

Tayside Adaptation Partnership Vision and Priorities Event: Local Business

Webster Memorial Theatre 64 High Street, Arbroath

The climate in Tayside is changing, and the region is experiencing warmer, wetter weather, increased storminess, and higher sea levels, all of which is set to continue even if we achieved net zero tomorrow. We need to adapt to these changes to allow us to become more resilient and ensure Tayside can continue to flourish. […]

Finding, keeping and looking after your staff

One of the most daunting challenges a business can face is the process of hiring employees, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, remote working and more, it is a minefield for the business owner. This webinar will allow you to have the key information in your possession to take on staff and look after your team. We'll […]

Marketing for your small business

Without proper marketing your business cannot have a lasting impact. This live webinar will help you to identify, profile and gain a deeper understanding of your target audiences, how to conduct market research and build a marketing plan. It will also explain brand development and positioning, and choosing your price points. The webinar is divided […]

Tourism Experiences: Mastering Online Travel Agents

Can Online Travel Agents (OTAs) add to your growth and, most importantly, to your profitability? Join our interactive webinar designed to provide visitor attractions, activity providers, and tour companies, with an in depth understanding of working with OTAs. This session will focus on businesses that are looking to start using OTAs for the first time […]

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 […]

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 […]

Business Support – Drop In Sessions

Kirriemuir Library 28 Reform Street, Kirriemuir

The Business Gateway team will be at Kirriemuir Library to offer expert advice and support for all your business questions. Drop in and speak to us, or use the book now button and a member of the team will be in touch to book an appointment. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow business, our […]

How to plan and schedule your online content

Businesses who plan their content in advance, aligning their channels with actual business objectives, customer themes and national events, and then schedule it to ensure it reaches the target market at the right time, on the right platform - hugely increase the chances of achieving impact. In this webinar, you will learn how to: Plan […]

Boost your productivity with AI

This Google Digital Garage session introduces learners to cutting-edge AI tools that are already available from Google and others, to show some of the smartest ways digital-age workers can use them to save time at work and on tasks. In this session, you will learn: an introduction to generative AI and how it works how […]

Social media essentials: TikTok and Instagram Reels

TikTok and Instagram Reels aren’t just for dance trends and lip-synching videos, they can also be a fantastic opportunity to engage with your customers and increase the reach of your business online. Learn how to create bitesize video content for more effective business communication on two of the most popular social platforms. We will cover: […]

How to write funding applications

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 […]

Developing a Successful Agritourism Retail Business

Carfrae Farm Shop Haddington

Join Scotland's Agritourism Monitor Farms Programme for an informative event focused on developing successful retail in an agritourism business. Whether you're an established agritourism business or just starting out, this event at Carfrae Farm will help you consider how to run a successful retail enterprise. We will be joined by Retail Experts who will talk us through the key challenges […]

Business Support – Drop In Sessions

Brechin Library 10 St. Ninians Square, Brechin

The Business Gateway team will be at Brechin Library to offer expert advice and support for all your business questions. Drop in and speak to us, or use the book now button and a member of the team will be in touch to book an appointment. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to grow business, our […]

The Basics of Starting a Business

This webinar will give you the information needed to build a start up action plan. The plan will enable you to consider which actions are relevant to your plan, start building a set of SMART Goals, give thought to business skills development and provide a clear path for steps to launch your business. You will also learn about […]

An introduction to business websites

This webinar will take you through all the steps required to design, build and host a business website. You will learn about: The need to determine website objectives The importance of knowing who your audience is and measuring results Setting clear calls to action and creating engaging content Creating your brand’s visual identity online, your site’s […]

Perthshire Talks Responsible Tourism: exploring different climate action themes

Energy, transport, and waste comprise a substantial amount of global greenhouse gas emissions and will usually make up a considerable part of your footprint. Reducing these will be an essential step on your road to net zero. However, measurement and reduction are only one part of the picture. Developing climate action around communicating, influencing your […]

Social media essentials: Facebook

Get to grips with Facebook – the world’s most popular social networking platform. In this webinar you will: Learn how to get the most out of Facebook and how it could fit into your business’s digital marketing strategy Better understand the algorithm behind Facebook, and how to create great content that achieves a bigger reach […]