Events

  • Unlocking global markets: support for women-led businesses

    Join our upcoming panel webinar designed to inspire, inform, and connect women-led businesses with the tools, insights, and support they need to succeed internationally. Why attend? Hear from successful female business owners who’ve taken their businesses global Learn about practical support available to help you export with confidence Connect with a community of like-minded business […]

  • Understanding Your Role in Contract Management – Critical Success Factors

    So, you’ve been awarded onto a contract, now what? You now need to manage the contract in partnership with the buyer to deliver on everything you promised in the bid. This training will explain how to successfully deliver on your contract, what to do if things go wrong, and how to win again when it […]

  • Understanding Package Travel Regulations and recent updates

    This extended webinar, will provide an introduction to the Package Travel Regulations and the latest government updates. We’ll take time to explore the changes and consider practical implications. We’ll also be joined by guest experts in package travel regulations, who will share insights and guidance to help you plan your next steps.

  • Systems and Solutions for Passive & Low Energy Design

    In this webinar, Keira Proctor, Managing Director of the Proctor Group, gives an introduction to the principles behind passive and low energy building design. We’ll also review some of the systems and solutions that contribute to thermally efficient building envelopes across all types of building. Passive and low energy design principles Efficient construction technologies Managing […]

  • Social media essentials: LinkedIn

    No longer just an online CV, LinkedIn can be an incredibly powerful - and profitable - business tool. During this webinar, you will: Learn how to create a LinkedIn strategy to boost your business reputation via marketing and brand promotion initiatives Learn the difference between personal and company profiles and how to optimise them for […]

  • Intro to ChatGPT for business | Lunch and Learn

    Ever felt overwhelmed opening ChatGPT for the first time, unsure where to even begin? Are you paying for a subscription but not quite sure you're getting the most out of it, or whether you're even on the right plan? In this practical session, Emma Michael takes you on a whistle-stop tour of ChatGPT, designed to […]

  • Adding a Wellness Experience to your Enterprise

    Bengairn Country Lodges Castle Douglas

    Adding value to your business by introducing a wellness experience. This meeting will focus on different wellness options, upselling wellness products and services to the existing customer base and standing out in the marketplace. Our host is Fiona Wallace from Bengairn Lodges, who is looking at developing wellness experiences instead of adding on more accommodation. […]

  • 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 […]

  • Food and Farming Hustings: The Voters Who Feed and Steward Scotland

    Bowhouse Balcaskie Estates, Fife

    We’re bringing together the voters who feed Scotland – farmers, crofters, growers, and food producers – to discuss the realities of running profitable, sustainable rural businesses in today’s economic and ecological climate. This isn’t a standard hustings. It’s rooted in the day-in, day-out practical reality of Scottish food and farming – what it takes to […]

  • Good AI data practices for SMEs and start-ups | Lunch and Learn

    Artificial intelligence (AI) depends heavily on data quality and management. Without the right data practices, even the most advanced AI models can fail to deliver accurate or useful results. Getting AI data right is essential if you're to build a system that performs well, adapts to new challenges and provides reliable insights. In this session, […]

  • Expanding to sell into the wider UK market

    Do you want to grow your business by exploring new public sector markets? Wider opportunities are not always as easy to find, so you need to commit time and resources into investigating them. Businesses may be surprised to learn that the procurement rules in Scotland and the rest of the UK are currently largely the […]

  • 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 […]

  • Microsoft Copilot: A bitesized overview for businesses | Lunch and Learn

    Most businesses have access to Microsoft Copilot, but many still aren't sure what it actually does or how to use it. This beginner-friendly deep dive led by Shimron Walters will walk you through Microsoft's automation ecosystem, AI agents and the capabilities that can transform the way you work. Topics covered in this session: What Microsoft […]

  • Accounting for Limited Companies

    This webinar is designed to outline the key accounting and statutory reporting requirements for a limited company and explain the main differences between operating as a sole trader versus a limited company. We’ll cover: Advantanges and disadvantages of setting up as a limited company Company set-up Accounting requirements Record keeping and employing staff Paying directors […]

  • Ditching the spreadsheet: When and how to switch to cloud accounting

    Still managing your accounts in spreadsheets? It's worth knowing that as your business grows, manual bookkeeping can quickly become time-consuming, error-prone and stressful. Join this free Tech Hub webinar to discover when it's time to move on from manual processes and how cloud accounting can transform the way you manage your finances. We'll explore practical […]

  • Data Protection Compliance: Data Mapping and Records

    Join our data protection specialists Loretta Maxfield and Morgan O’Neill for an in-depth practical session on the requirement of Article 30 of UK GDPR requires under GDPR. The webinar will cover topics including how to build and maintain accurate ROPAs, common challenges and solutions for data mapping and practical tips for ongoing compliance. The webinar […]

  • 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 […]

  • CCS Construction Works & Associated Services 3 Framework

    The Crown Commercial Service Construction Works & Associated Services 3 (CWAS3) framework, is a major procurement opportunity that is estimated to deliver £80 billion of construction and infrastructure projects across the UK over eight years, with tailored lots for Scotland. During this online webinar we will watch our expert walk you through the bidding process, […]

  • Earned Settlement: What employers need to know

    The UK Government has announced significant changes to the path to settlement for most international citizens. This will impact sponsored workers and also their sponsors, who now face an extension of sponsorship costs and compliance obligations for workers on a longer path to settlement. Join Rebecca Engel-Morton and Catriona MacDonald to find out what we […]

  • Working with the Public Sector – All You Need to Know

    How well do you know the public sector? This introductory module is recommended for anyone new to bidding. It provides a comprehensive overview of the public sector marketplace in Scotland and beyond and introduces the concept of tendering and procurement. This event is suitable for Level 1 (Beginner) workshop is a first step to tendering for […]