Invest in Angus

Build an effective strategy to grow your business
2022-11-09 14:00 - 16:00 UTC
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 look at:

Your business today – identifying your strengths and areas for development
The key pillars of a business and why balancing all areas is essential for success
Personal and business ambitions and using these to guide strategy development
Ansoff’s Matrix as a tool for identifying core growth strategies
The core components of your business delivery
How to develop a methodical, strategic approach to developing your business for future success

After the webinar, you will understand:

How to undertake a balanced review of where your business is that helps identify areas for development
Ansoff’s Matrix and how to use it as a core strategic planning tool
How to create a strategic plan for growing your business

How to protect and manage your intellectual property
2022-11-09 10:00 - 12:00
You have invested time, energy, and money into your project, however, have you protected the innovation?
Following this webinar, you will understand how to manage your intellectual property (IP) or how to start the process of registering it.
Topics covered include:

What are intellectual assets (IA)?
What is intellectual property (IP)?
How to use IP (in the real world)
Where to get more insight and information

Participants will leave with:

An understanding that all businesses create IA/IP
A framework of knowledge about IP
A little more knowledge about the diverse types of IP
An insight into how to identify, protect and exploit IP/IA
Context of why IP/IA matters
Links to useful learning resources

Scotland’s tourism industry conference 2022
2022-11-09 08:00 - 2022-11-10 13:00 | Edinburgh International Conference Centre, 150 Morrison Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8EE
Scotland’s tourism industry conference is back for 2022. With a packed programme, the event is designed to celebrate, empower and further propel our industry into the future in line with the national ambition to be leaders in 21st century tourism.
The landscape our industry operates in has changed significantly over recent years, prompting huge change, unprecedented challenges but also new opportunities.
A collaboration between the Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA), the Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions (ASVA) and HIT Scotland (Hospitality Industry Trust), the Industry Conference will run across two days. It will bring together an exciting range of speakers to deliver important insights, advice and inspiration to navigate and flourish in this new world and to embrace the new opportunities and responsibilities it presents. This year’s event will also feature an exhibitor hall as well as a complimentary evening reception offering the ideal chance to catch up, connect and have fun.
The biggest conference of its kind in Scotland, the much-awaited event of the year is the perfect opportunity for the community to re-connect with industry peers, make new connections, gain invaluable and actionable learnings from expert speakers, share knowledge and be inspired.
This is an unmissable event for anyone at any level who works, supports or is interested in the tourism industry.

Producing engaging online content
2022-11-08 18:00 - 20:00
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. Ideal for businesses that already have a business website or use social media and now want to take it a step further, and develop the skills to show your audience that you are a trusted operator in your field.
This session will help you:

Understand what kind of content your customers are looking for
Source, write and deliver that content
Amplify your brand and message and boost engagement online

Market Research Made Easy
2022-11-08 18:00 - 20:00
The workshop will look at:

the role of marketing in your business
identifying your target customers
identifying the strengths and weaknesses of your competitors
market research

There will also be information on additional services from Business Gateway and details of other webinars which may be appropriate for you.
This webinar is for businesses based in Dundee, Angus and Perth.

Digital Water Opportunities
2022-11-08 15:00 - 16:00
The digitalisation of the water sector provides significant opportunities for water companies and digital solution providers to work together on water specific challenges.
The webinar will look at drivers such as Net Zero, digital capabilities and technology development.

Twitter for business
2022-11-08 14:00 - 16:00
This webinar will help you develop and hone your social media strategy in order to amplify your message using Twitter. You will gain a deeper understanding of where Twitter fits into your overall plan, and how it differs from other platforms.
You will also learn about:

What makes a good Twitter profile (and the options available to you).
Twitter best practice content and what makes the perfect tweet.
Dashboards such as Hootsuite to help you manage and integrate your social media accounts and schedule content.
Advanced techniques for social listening and pro-actively finding content and customers.
The basics of Twitter paid advertising.

Scotland’s Cruise Conference 2022 – What Works for Tourism
2022-11-08 13:00 - 17:00 | Marriot Hotel, Glasgow Road, Edinburgh, EH12 8NF
In 2022 the return of cruise ship calls around Scotland has been stronger than expected. Throughout the summer, confidence in cruising by UK and international travellers has increased, and as Covid regulatory restrictions have eased, the percentage occupancy on each itinerary has grown month by month. In addition, new ships ordered pre-pandemic, have been delivered, and new cruise lines have emerged onto the market. The 2023 season now promises to be busier for ports and attractions than 2019.
But what does this mean for Scottish cruise ports and coastline, and the visitor attractions and hospitality businesses accessed by cruise guests on our islands and across mainland Scotland?
Scotland’s Cruise Conference – What Works for Tourism 2023 will explore the issues which arise from the re-establishment of cruise tourism for Scotland and its communities. Speakers and attendees will consider the opportunities as well as the concerns arising from the growth in this market – providing information to allow forward planning for different sectors of this market, as well as considering pressures on services and resources and the work being done by the industry to ensure sustainability.

An update on 'Right to Work' checks: Remote 'Right to Work' checks after 30 September
2022-11-08 11:00 - 12:00
Covid-19 right to work measures are ending on 30 September 2022. In this webinar, TalentScotland will look at how employers in Scotland can continue to perform right to work checks after this date.
This webinar is presented by Brodies LLP, TalentScotland’s immigration specialists, and you’ll have the opportunity to have any questions you might have.

Dundee and Angus Exporting Roadshow
2022-11-08 09:00 - 17:00 | Hampton by Hilton, 1 Aryllgait, Dundee, DD1 1PZ
Thinking about exporting? Not sure how to get started or where to get answers? Dundee and Angus Chamber of Commerce have partnered with The Department for International Trade to deliver an informative event talking about how to export. Join us at the Exporting Roadshow in Dundee on 8 November at 9am.
This series of events showcases the support available to Scottish companies ready to start or expand their business overseas. Led by the UK Government Department for International Trade (DIT), working in partnership with Scottish Development International (SDI), UK Export Finance (UKEF), the Scottish Chambers of Commerce and local Chambers of Commerce, this roadshow will set out the fundamentals of how to grow a business internationally.
At the roadshow, you will:

Hear local business leaders explain how exporting has helped their companies to grow
Learn from trade specialists around the world about the opportunities that are out there
Get information on the free tools and support available to you
Have the opportunity to discuss your needs 1 to 1 with one of our trade experts

We’re delighted that we’ll be hearing from Rautomead and ATL Turbine Services who will tell us more about the markets that they export to and their experiences.
You can register here: https://www.events.great.gov.uk/ereg/newreg.php?eventid=200250386&

Funding your start-up
2022-11-07 14:00 - 15:30
There are many different routes for start-ups looking at finance options. Taking place during the British Business Bank’s Business Finance Week, our group of expert panellists will explore some of the options available in more detail, and explain why it’s essential to have a good business plan in place in order to secure finance.
This session looks at:

What is a lender looking for when a business applies for finance?
What’s the difference between debt finance, asset finance or equity finance?
Why you need a robust business plan to securing finance
What are some of the most common mistakes start-ups make in financing their business?
Useful tips and hints on interacting with potential funders

Panellists:

Hugh Lightbody, Chief Officer, Business Gateway National unit
Thomas Brock, Fund Director, Umi Debt Finance Scotland
William Devine, Head of Scotland, Simply Asset Finance
Emma Airley, Co-owner of Pasteis Lisboa

Scottish Careers Week
2022-11-07 09:00 - 2022-11-11 17:00
Scottish Careers Week is back for its second year on  7 to 11 November 2022 — and you can get involved!
With even more events, activities and resources, we invite people of all ages to take part. Discover the opportunities and career support available in Scotland to help shape your future.
The week is about all things skills, jobs and careers.
If you’d like to deliver activity during the week, read our ‘Get Involved’ toolkit for ideas.

Business Finance Week 2022
2022-11-07 09:00 - 2022-11-11 17:00
Throughout the week of 7-11 November 2022 the British Business Bank, along with well-respected business support partners from across the UK, are working together to host Business Finance Week 2022.
During five days of nation-wide and regional in-person events, webinars and more, we’re helping smaller businesses learn all about the different finance options available to them to support their individual needs.
Each day will be centred round a key theme, giving you the opportunity to hear from experts in their field on a varied range of subjects.
See the events calendar on the British Business Bank website.

Cloud for business
2022-11-04 14:00 - 16:00
Your digital back office is the technology and tools that you use to manage and grow your business. In this webinar, we’ll look at back-office strategies and explore the range of cloud services on the market that can support you with keeping great customer relations, managing resources, keeping organised and communicating efficiently.
By the end of this webinar, you will be able to:

Understand the areas of your digital back-office and the impact each area can have on the efficiency and growth of your business.
Use up-to-date knowledge on current cloud services and tools to help you with upgrading your digital back office to be more secure, scalable and efficient.
Use real-world examples to help you understand different cloud-based platforms, their functions, and their costs.
Make informed decisions about improving your digital back-office in the future based on scalability, security, efficiency and affordability.

Making digital content accessible
2022-11-04 10:00 - 12:00
Everyone consumes and understands information differently, with some facing additional challenges that aren’t always considered. In this webinar, we’ll explore the challenges that people can have when accessing digital content and we’ll look at the ways you can improve your digital content to be inclusive and considerate for all.
By the end of this webinar, you will be able to:

Understand and consider the barriers and challenges faced by others when accessing digital content.
Assess your digital content on how easy it is for others to access, consume and understand.
Review your website content with an understanding of what adjustments you should make to ensure that your content is catering to all.
Use social media functions and tools to help make your content more accessible.
Understand and use an ‘Accessibility Ready Checklist’ for any of your content to ensure you are designing and developing content for all of your audience.

Complete Guide to Finance for Starting a Business
2022-11-03 18:00 - 20:00
The workshop will look at:

managing a profit and loss account
producing a cashflow statement
working capital
the different sources of finance
the different legal structures of a business

There will also be information on additional services from Business Gateway and details of other workshops which may be appropriate for you.
This webinar is aimed at businesses based in Dundee, Angus and Perth.

Overcome Growth Frustrations With Funded Training For Your Business
2022-11-03 17:30 - 20:00 | Dundee & Angus College, Gardyne Campus, Dundee, DD5 1NY
Speaking with businesses across Dundee & Angus the barriers to growth are very similar, with access to skilled employees often right at the heart of the problem. Up until recently companies have often fought their way out of situations through recruitment of experienced staff; however, this is becoming increasingly difficult due to the competitive employment market.
On the 3rd November, join us at Dundee and Angus College Training Restaurant to hear directly from businesses who have tackled their staffing problem in a more proactive manner, and seen tangible results from funded training and recruitment academies.
Who should attend?
Business owners and employees who are committed to improving staff performance and overcoming recruitment issues.
What will I get from attending the event ?
Hear first-hand about local businesses who have benefited from funded training opportunities and the impact it has made commercially in their business.
Find out about the Flexible Workforce Development Fund and how it can be used to upskill your team to get your business in shape for future growth.

Flexible Workforce Development Fund
2022-11-03 17:30 - 20:00 | Dundee & Angus College, Gardyne Campus, Dundee, DD5 1NY
Speaking with businesses across Dundee & Angus, the barriers to growth are very similar with finding skilled employees often right at the heart of the problem.
Access tailored training and development opportunities designed to overcome skills gaps, recruitment and employee retention challenges.
Join us on Thursday 3rd November at Dundee and Angus College Kingsway Training Restaurant to hear directly from businesses who have tackled their staffing problem in a more proactive manner and seen tangible results from funded training and recruitment academies.
Book your free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/overcome-growth-frustrations-with-funded-training-for-your-business-tickets-430914987327
Learn how the Flexible Workplace Development Fund can benefit your business from our expert speakers:

Caryn Gibson, D&A College Economics Partnership Manager.
Guest speaker Stevie Baxter BSc, CEO of The Sporting Pursuit and Associate Trainer of D&A College.
Guest speaker Marc Donald, Account Manager at The ESP Group – Journeycall.

Who should attend?
Business owners and employees who are committed to improving staff performance and overcoming recruitment issues.
What will I get from attending the event?
Hear first-hand about local businesses who have benefited from funded training opportunities and the impact it has made commercially in their business.
Find out about the Flexible Workforce Development Fund and how it can be used to upskill your team to get your business in shape for future growth.
How much does it cost?
It’s free! We want to shout from the rooftops about this opportunity so would love as many of you as possible to come along.
Refreshments will be provided.

Protect your business and data from hackers
2022-11-03 14:00 - 16:00
Join us to look at why it’s important for all businesses to give their online security thought and consideration. We will take you through some simple steps to minimise the risks, and we will also direct you to available support to help you and your business.
During the session will cover:

Cyber security and why it matters for businesses
Steps to take to protect yourself including backups, malware protection, mobile devices, VPNs, firewalls, passwords and more secure authentication to help avoid scams and fraud
Simple ways to protect your website and social media from attack
Basic good practice, to prepare and understand what to do if the worst happens

Tourism businesses – Make Instagram work for you
2022-11-03 11:00 - 12:00
We’ll help you:

Find out if/how Instagram will help grow your business.
Understand how tourism is uniquely suited to Instagram and what elements can be used to drive the best engagement and conversion.
Appreciate how to use its functionality to create the best content.
Learn about your followers and gain new followers ideally suited to your content.

Learning zone: Managing risk – How to prepare for the unexpected
2022-11-02 14:00 - 15:00
Having risk is not good, however letting it become an issue is worse. From financial to resource to supply issues, all can have a major impact on your businesses. Therefore, you need to start planning and monitoring well in advance to help you prepare for change
We will discuss:

Risk vs issue
What risks could your business have (people, fraud, flood, late payments, utility issues)?
Financially understand each risk – will it cost you?
What would you do differently if there was another pandemic (paperwork, reserves, processes, accounts)?
Reputational risk

The business benefits of running a sustainable business
2022-11-02 10:00 - 12:00
It’s becoming increasingly important to customers to source their products from companies who have strong green credentials. This webinar will show how by becoming more sustainable you can increase sales and profits.
We will look at:
Understanding the problem
What is sustainability and why it is important
Innovation
Profiting from being a green business
Embracing a purpose beyond profit
The sustainability triple bottom line
Developing your own green charter
Examples of those practicing this way of growth with remarkable success
Top tips for going green

An Introduction to Self-Employment and Starting your own Business
2022-11-01 18:00 - 20:00
The workshop will provide you with the opportunity to network with other business owners and will also highlight useful sources of information, advice and guidance.
There will also be information on additional services from Business Gateway and details of other webinars which may be appropriate for you.
This webinar is for businesses based in Dundee, Angus and Perth.

Tourism businesses: Make your website work for your customers
2022-11-01 11:00 - 12:00
At the end of this webinar you’ll:

Understand how users consume content.
Understand the importance of knowing your online users’ experience and tailoring the customer journey on your website accordingly.
Find out how to measure user experience cost-effectively.
Have some great examples of making user experience work.

Email marketing for business
2022-10-31 17:00 - 19:00
Connecting with your audience through effective email marketing campaigns is a great way to improve your marketing strategy and boost sales. In this webinar, we’ll explore what makes an email campaign effective and ensure you are able to:

Segment your audiences and target them effectively
Create a quality marketing email and measure its effectiveness
Identify the most suitable platforms and tools for email marketing campaigns, including different paid-for account levels
Identify the different components of a successful email campaign, including design, HTML v text and other formats
Use reporting and key metrics to make sure your campaigns are successful
Be compliant with legal requirements relating to email communications

Online Sales: Improve, develop & make more money
2022-10-31 14:00 - 16:00
What’s the best way to sell your products online? The key to improving your online business is measuring its effectiveness – you can then take steps to optimise its performance. Should you be using your own eCommerce store or Amazon, neither or both? This webinar will help you decide.
We will cover:

Factors to consider when selling online.
What eCommerce options exist, and the benefits of each
Differences in available eCommerce platforms
Benefits of automation
Key items to optimise performance

The low-cost guide to marketing your business
2022-10-28 14:00 - 16:00
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 opportunities for businesses to make transformational change with little or minimal extra spend
Identifying marketing priorities and using these to reshape your business.
The marketing mix as a tool for reviewing how your business plans and delivers its marketing activity
How your marketing activity is delivered successfully and effectively in your business
A series of top tips including the importance of understanding your customers, the core components of a brand, the value of strong and consistent branding, the value of a clear focus and the power of creativity
The many options available with traditional Advertising and Promotion as a way a company communicates what it does and what it can offer customers, but also looking how this has changed in a world where marketing has moved online
The foundations of effective marketing in a digital age, looking at how your business can grasp new ways of marketing such as social media, web, and digital PR

Tayside Contracts Local Suppliers Event
2022-10-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Perth & Kinross Council Civic Hall, 2 High Street, Perth, PH1 5HP
Tayside Contracts is the largest catering organisation in the Tayside area and provides over 6 million meals to schools and communities in the Angus, Dundee City and Perth & Kinross areas every year.
Several Tayside-based food producers already supply Tayside Contracts through our extensive supply chain, and we are looking to extend that local approach, to ensure that more sustainable, high quality and local products are used as much as possible in the safe, healthy, nutritious and delicious meals that are served every day to nearly 30,000 people by Tayside Contracts – whilst generating more income for local businesses.
Therefore, NFU Scotland, local food producers and Tayside Contracts have joined together to host an event that brings together food producers across Tayside (whether you are, or are not, a NFU member), with Tayside Contracts and some of their big suppliers, to explore how we can work together to support Tayside businesses and increase the levels of locally grown and produced food, being part of the meals served by Tayside Contracts.
If you’re a food producer based in Tayside and are looking to extend your sales and distribution, this is for you.
This event will be held at:
Perth & Kinross Council Civic Hall, 2 High Street, Perth, PH1 5PH
28 October 2022
from 9.30am for 10am start.
Register online to attend.

Video production for social media
2022-10-27 18:00 - 20:00
Video captures people’s attention online and is important for getting your message across, while engaging with your target audience.
Learn how to:

Choose what type of video to create to suit your business objectives
Plan, shoot, edit, and upload video without special kit or expertise.
Get to know the various digital platforms that can be utilised to view and share video content.
See what editing apps are available and how to add music and subtitles.

An Introduction to Bookkeeping
2022-10-27 18:00 - 20:00
This workshop will explain:

what financial records are needed
the broad principles and procedures of accounting systems
how to choose accounting systems – both manual and computerised
which financial statements and statutory returns are relevant to your business
different accounting periods and financial years
how to use financial records for monitoring the financial state of your business
cash flow forecasting, profit and loss statements as well as what they should contain
what financial measures and forecasts are needed by your business
what information on financial record keeping is available and from whom

By the end of the workshop you will be able to introduce or improve your financial record keeping system and improve how you manage your finances.
This webinar is for businesses in Dundee, Angus and Perth.
