Young Professionals in Heritage – Networking Workshop

Come join Historic Environment Scotland at Made In Stirling on 11 September for a morning of networking and learning. This event is perfect for young people in the heritage sector looking to dymystify networking and boost confidence. Share your experiences, gain insights, and expand your network! Tea, coffee and cake will be provided. Don't miss […]

Powering the Future: Forth Ports & Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm Construction

Join us for an informative online session that dives into the heart of Scotland’s next big renewable energy milestone. After the highly successful Inch Cape Offshore Supplier event in Montrose this June, Forth and Tay Offshore is teaming up with Forth Ports to unlock supply chain pathways at the Ports of Leith and Dundee - your […]

How to improve your Google search rankings – Part 1: On page optimisation

Join us to look at how Google and other search engines decide the order in which they list their search results. We will show you how to maximise your chances of appearing towards the top of the search rankings, ensuring you understand what key words and phrases your potential customers are using when searching online, […]

Global Growth Opportunities in Women’s Health

The women’s health industry is currently experiencing increased investment, innovation, and market growth. Delivered in partnership with Frost & Sullivan and The Digital Health & Care Innovation Centre, this webinar will provide information on why this industry is attracting global attention, the companies leading in the field, and how you can get involved. Speakers include […]

Unlocking the Potential: The Power of Inclusive Marketing

Open to all Scottish tourism business. Join us for an insightful session designed to help you maximise your impact in the inclusive tourism market. We’ll explore: Current market insights from Sarah Muir, Product Manager (Abbey UK), a travel intermediary working directly with clients seeking inclusive holiday experiences. Learn what information these customers need to confidently […]

Navigating the New Skilled Worker Salary Rules

Hosted by Scotland’s Migration Service, this free webinar will help employers in Scotland understand the changes made to the Skilled Worker visa route in July 2025. You will hear from legal experts on how these changes affect recruitment and how your organisation can continue to access skilled international talent. This session will offer practical, legally […]

Bookkeeping essentials

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 […]

Selling Your Business Masterclass

Have you considered a succession plan for your business? Have you considered selling your business to an employee ownership trust? It’s never too early to start thinking about your options. Employee ownership is fast becoming the preferred exit route for business owners. Attend this free online workshop to learn how employee ownership offers a tax […]

VisitScotland bitesize webinars: How to work with travel distribution partner

Get advice on how to pitch your business to a travel distribution partner and create a handy product sheet. Learn how to focus on your key selling points, tailor your message to different audiences, and create variety in your delivery. Ideal for those looking to start building relationships with travel distribution partners and attend trade […]

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 […]

Social media essentials: Instagram

Thinking about using Instagram to communicate with existing and potential customers? Want to showcase your products or services using it? During this webinar we will cover: Getting the setup right and benefitting from the available business tools Best practice profiles, and some strategies to help your business stand out from the crowd The types of […]

How to build a digital marketing plan

This webinar will guide you through the steps needed to create an effective digital marketing strategy, ensuring you focus on the right tactics to meet your business objectives and goals. We will cover: The importance of planning your digital marketing activities Building your plan around a simple framework Conducting a situational analysis (and understanding customers […]

Why your business needs a blog

This webinar will provide you with the knowledge and understanding you need to create a blog that promotes your business. We will cover: What a 'blog' is, how to set one up and what it takes to make them work Other small and medium sized businesses who already blog successfully and what you can learn […]

THRIVE+ : Introduction to Sustainable Marketing Strategies

This event is part of a series of THRIVE+ skills development events delivered by experienced industry trainers. Key topics: 1. Introduction to ESG and Sustainability Terminology a. Understanding carbon footprint, carbon neutral, net zero, and other essential sustainability terms. b. The importance of sustainability for food & drink businesses and why ESG practices matter. 2. Sustainable Packaging […]

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How to start a business: The basics

Whatever your reasons may be for considering being your own boss, we are here to support you and help you decide if this is the right path for you. We will cover: Personal finance Planning – how much do you need to earn? Researching your market – who your customers are, understanding your competition and […]

Delivering profit to drive growth

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

Made in the UK, Sold to the World Roadshow – Scotland

Make meaningful international connections on the sixth stop on the all-sector, Made in the UK, Sold to the World Roadshow, which will be held in Edinburgh. Scotland has a robust and dynamic Financial and Professional Business Services industry that plays a crucial role in the economy. It is also home to a thriving fintech sector, […]

Could voltage optimisation quickly cut your energy bills

Unless your business is operating completely off grid by generating its own electricity, you’ll be powering your lights, fans, compressors, fridges, freezers and so on using electricity that’s supplied by the UK’s National Grid. The National Grid supplies your electricity at a voltage of around 230 Volts, but did you know that not all equipment […]

How to generate and increase sales

Sales are the lifeblood of every business. This webinar focuses on a pragmatic approach to sales strategy and delivery and is designed to fit with the needs of small businesses in both B2C and B2B environments. We will cover: Why a clear understanding of what an ideal customer looks like, and a good understanding of […]