Events

  • Bookkeeping essentials

    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 […]

  • How to create a simple customer persona | Lunch and Learn

    In this fast-paced, practical webinar, Angela Venoya will tell you how to create a customer persona that improves your marketing without you wasting hours on guesswork or unnecessary details. Using a simple framework, you'll uncover what truly motivates your audience, what holds them back and what triggers them to take action. By the end, you'll […]

  • How to franchise your business in 2026

    Franchising is one of the fastest ways to scale in the UK. Join our free webinar and discover how to turn your successful business into a franchise model that works. Learn from Julie Clabby, who built The Busylizzy Club from a single location in 2011 into an award-winning UK franchise network with over 50 locations. […]

  • How to manage stress when you run a business | Lunch and Learn

    Ever found yourself working late into the night, only to wake up feeling more exhausted and less motivated than the day before? Do you notice that the pressures of running your business, managing cash flow, leading your team and keeping clients happy are starting to take a toll on your health, focus or relationships? In […]

  • Engineering Biology Mission Hubs: preventing plastic pollution

    Join members from the team leading the Preventing Plastic Pollution with Engineering Biology (P3EB) Mission Hub as they provide an overview of their expansive engineering biology programme. You can expect to learn more about: the aims and objectives of this Engineering Biology Mission Hub research and innovation activities taking place across the consortium opportunities to […]

  • How to create engaging content

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Why every business needs a strategic plan | Lunch and Learn

    Strategic planning is essential for overcoming stagnation and achieving business success. But where do you find time amid daily tasks? And why does it matter? This webinar, led by experienced researcher and entrepreneur Tammy Whalen Blake, will challenge your perspective on growth. Tammy has a proven record of assisting hundreds of businesses in their transition […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • How to find the right funding for your start-up | Lunch and Learn

    Funding your business can feel like a maze. With so many options available, how do you know which route to take? In this session, funding specialist Rachel Hayward will demystify the funding landscape for start-ups and small businesses. You'll learn the difference between grants and loans, where to find them and how to position your […]

  • How to deliver low-cost, high impact marketing

    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 […]

  • Simple Steps to Get Your Business Online

    Forfar Community Campus Kirriemuir Road, Forfar

    Reaching your customers online is simple, and we’ll show you how. We’ve teamed up with DLR Media to create a workshop that will help you boost visibility, improve your online presence, and plan for a stronger year ahead. No jargon, no complicated tech, just practical tips you can start using straight away. You’ll learn: How […]

  • Christmas 2025 – How did it go for sales?

    Blair Drummond Smiddy Farm Shop Stirling

    Three key note speakers will share how Christmas 2025 went and how they are already planning for 2026. Christmas is one of the key opportunities for farm retailers and agritourism enterprises. Many of us are not well enough organised to benefit from this key event. This meeting will focus on how Christmas went in 2025, […]

  • 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 […]

  • Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce Membership Information Session

    From next year, we’ll be introducing a new tiered membership system. We know change often brings questions, and with more than 600 members, we want to make sure everyone has the chance to hear directly from us and get clarity about what’s new. To help with this, we’ll be running a series of small information […]

  • Why being found beats being brilliant | Lunch and Learn

    You might be the best in your market, but if buyers can't find you when they're searching, your competitors win the business. In this session, Sarah White will show you how to rethink your marketing and boost your visibility where it matters, so your business has a much better chance of growth. Topics covered in […]

  • Finding, keeping and looking after your staff

    One of the most daunting challenges a business can face is the process of hiring employees, interviewing, payroll, pensions, contracts, remote working and more, it is a minefield for the business owner. This webinar will allow you to have the key information in your possession to take on staff and look after your team. We'll […]

  • VisitScotland climate tools on the Business Support Hub

    Discover VisitScotland’s Business Support Hub Sustainability pages – showing you how to navigate resources, access climate tools, and use self-service options to develop or enhance your climate action plan. We’ll walk you through the VisitScotland Climate Action Plan and create a more sustainable business together.

  • Preparing for Self Assessment 2026: What small businesses need to know

    From April 2026, Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA) will bring significant changes to how self-employed individuals manage and report their finances. Join us for an informative 45 minute webinar – including a Q&A – where we'll break down the upcoming MTD requirements and answer any of your questions on the […]