• Lunch and Learn: Why sleep is a performance tool, not a luxury

    In this practical session, health and performance coach Michelle Flynn will explore why sleep is critical to health, focus and resilience – especially for busy professionals. You'll learn how poor sleep affects performance, the common habits that quietly sabotage rest and simple, science-backed strategies to improve both the quality and quantity of your sleep. The […]

  • How to write funding applications

    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 […]

  • THRIVE+ : Food & Drink Legislation and Labelling

    Session 1: Tuesday 21 October Session 2: Tuesday 28 October This event is part of a series of THRIVE+ skills development events delivered by experienced industry trainers. This 2-session training webinar will be delivered by industry experts and will cover the following key topics: Food labelling required on front and back of pack (including ingredient […]

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  • 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 […]

  • Using Food Tourism to Power Scotland’s Culinary Identity

    Scotland’s food and drink are among its greatest assets. And when thoughtfully developed, they can become powerful drivers of economic growth, community pride, and environmental sustainability. This webinar, based on Crafting Your Taste of Place by Erik Wolf, Executive Director, World Food Travel Association, will explore how food tourism can help your region stand out […]

  • 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: Advantages and disadvantages of setting up as a limited company Company set-up Accounting requirements Record keeping and employing staff Paying directors […]

  • Social media marketing update: October 2025

    Boost your social media skills with our free October update! This online event is ideal for social media managers, small business owners, and marketing professionals looking to stay ahead of the latest trends. What to expect: Top trends and insights: Explore the latest social media trends, B2B and B2C strategies, and tools that are shaping […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Thorntons Webinar – Data Records, Retention & Secure Disposal

    The ICO’s recent £18000 penalty against Birthlink, a Scottish charity, in relation to destruction of a large volume of personal records highlighted the importance of ensuring compliance with the basic principles of good data governance, clear retention timeframes and secure disposal. It serves as a reminder that a personal data breach is broadly interpreted and […]

  • Employing staff, introducing a manager and building your team

    Bowmuir Farm Holidays Bowmuir Farm, Biggar

    Join Scotland's Agritourism Monitor Farms Programme for a talk from Core Community Group members Tom and Sarah Parker as they share their real-world experience of successfully introducing a new manager into their business. Discover what worked, what they learned, and how they made the transition seamless for their staff and customers. Whether you’re considering hiring […]

  • Lunch and Learn: Understanding your pension ahead of Budget day

    Understand your pension now – be ready for Budget day. The Autumn Budget often reshapes pensions, tax and investments. Knowing exactly what you have today means you can prepare calmly, without reacting irrationally to headlines or fear. Topics covered in this session: How pensions really work How much you will need for a comfortable retirement […]

  • 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 […]

  • Guided by HR: Drop-In Sessions on the Employment Rights Bill

    The UK Government released its official roadmap for implementing the Employment Rights Bill, these are the biggest set of workplace reforms in decades. Do you know what’s changing, when it’s happening, and how it could affect your business? Or would you just like an informal chat about your people challenges? Book a relaxed one-to-one session […]

  • Building soil monitoring into policy

    Part of the “Envisioning the future of soil health monitoring” series for AI 4 Soil Health (AI4SH), hosted by Soil Association. What data do policymakers need to protect soils, and how will the new EU Soil Monitoring Law help deliver it? How can projects like AI4SH support member states in turning the Soil Monitoring Law […]

  • Lunch and Learn: How to get the best out of working with a journalist

    In this 30-minute session led by Fiona Scott, you'll learn what makes journalists happy, what you shouldn't do when interacting with a journalist and why third-party validation from journalists is more important than ever. Topics covered in this session: What journalists are not looking for What they are looking for How getting validation from an […]

  • 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 […]

  • UNITE Digital Health Scottish Matchmaking Event

    Scottish Enterprise Glasgow 50 Waterloo Street, Glasgow

    This free in-person event aims to foster collaborative project opportunities by connecting Scottish stakeholders with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) working in digital health. It provides an opportunity to showcase digital health projects with the potential to be developed under the UNITE initiative and to identify suitable Scottish partners for collaboration. In addition to supporting […]

  • Lunch and Learn: Five ways to get customers without spending money

    Ready to get noticed by the tools you already use, land high-value deals without ad spend and turn your Instagram into a 24/7 sales engine? In this high-impact webinar with entrepreneur Timothy Armoo, you'll uncover unconventional, proven strategies for getting in front of the right audiences without spending money. Topics covered in this session: How […]

  • 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 […]