tete a tete
A fabulous evening of Poetry, Storytelling, Whisky Tasting, and Magic, with a traditional Burns Supper followed by Ceilidh dancing. Thanks to Mercat Tours, The Scotch Malt Whisky Experience, Jim the Magician and all the other local business who donated auction and raffle prizes.
Hosted by SCILT, in partnership with local Developing the Young Workforce groups and UCML Scotland.
Pupils were able to engage with employers to find out more about local businesses, job opportunities, employability skills and the role that languages play in a variety of sectors including hospitality and tourism, digital technology, international banks, law, engineering, creative arts, healthcare, agriculture and many more.
The Circular Edinburgh Team talked about the alternative business model and how it can positively impact on commercial success and growth. Mary Michel, Director of Ostrero provided an overview and Sandy McNaughton, Scottish Chair of the BIFM explained how Circular Economy principles relate to Facilities Management. Rob Gallagher spoke about The Edinburgh Remakery’s Circular Economy principles and success story and Cheryl Robb from Zero Waste Scotland presented information on the business support and funding.
Bagpiper Louise Marshall, helps launch the Ed Chamber Business awards at the Edinburgh Tram Depot. A special tram was laid on to transport Chamber members from the depot to St Andrew Square for a drinks reception at Harvey Nicholls.
Keith Skeoch, co-CEO at Standard Life Aberdeen, talked with Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce members about a new strategic direction aimed at extending its global presence.
Circular Edinburgh, managed by the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, is working to investigate the opportunities around the circular economy and the support on offer for business.
Each year the Association of Scottish Business Women honours and celebrates the achievement and contribution of inspirational women in business and the wider community through the Women of Inspiration Awards.
Presented by Wendy Maltman, President of the ASB, the women recognised in this year’s awards are business leaders, chief executives, trailblazers, charity champions, entrepreneurs, mentors, motivational speakers and adventurers:
Thanks to the Virgin Money team in Edinburgh for hosting.
The Principal Hotel hosted Edinburgh Chamber’s final event of the Year on Tuesday. Kezia Dugdale spoke with Chamber Chief Executive Liz McAreavey and answered questions posed by members on subjects ranging from Brexit to the Jungle.
The “Developing the Young Workforce” Annual Conference took place at BT Murrayfield Stadium last week, giving young people a chance to meet potential employers as well as taking part in a series of workshops and discussion groups. Speakers including Jamie Hepburn MSP, Rob Woodward Chief Executive STV and Joan Mackay, Assistant Director, Education Scotland also took questions from delegates following their presentations.
Lord Provost Frank Ross, Chief Executive of the City of Edinburgh Council Andrew Kerr and John Donnelly, Chief Executive of Marketing Edinburgh spoke about the the plans for Edinburgh’s future at the EICC this week. Find out more and have your say here.
