Want to create high-quality content faster without losing your brand's voice or accuracy? Join expert marketer Martin Wilde for a fast, hands-on session for organisations on using AI across your marketing and comms. From website content and email marketing to social posts and promotional materials, learn how to ideate, draft, localise and repurpose quickly without […]
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.
The festive season is a crucial time for small businesses. In this session, Constant Contact's Dave Charest will share some of the latest trends, challenges and actionable strategies from his organisation's most recent survey, The Small Business Holiday Outlook 2025. You'll hear more about the festive season being a make-or-break time for small businesses in […]
Franchising is one of the fastest ways to scale in the UK–- but only if your business is ready. In this webinar, business growth consultant Julie Clabby will tell you how to turn your successful business into a franchise model that works. Topics covered in this session: What franchising really is and how it works […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
In an era of constant disruption, cyber threats and regulatory pressure, resilience is no longer optional – it's critical. In this webinar, Jack Marley will introduce topics such as cyber security and its relationship to resilience, and how businesses can proactively manage risk, ensure continuity and build trust. Topics covered in this session: Understand resilience, […]
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 […]
