The irreverent, off-the-wall whisky event returned to Edinburgh. Surgeons’ Hall hosted the whisky tasting event again – a great opportunity to sample unusual malts from Scotland and around the world.
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The 2019 Chamber awards were contested by 69 businesses at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre. Keynote speakers on the evening were Derek Mackay MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Finance, Economy and Fair Work, Kevin Mathers, Sales Director at Google UK, Economy and Fair Work, and Rebecca Moore, Senior Growth Director, Skyscanner. The evening was hosted by presenter and broadcaster David Tanner.
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The First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, joined Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce members for an “Inspiring Women in Business” lunch at the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Edinburgh.
Speaking to members, the First Minister said, “Helping more women to set up and succeed in business is both an economic and a moral imperative. By encouraging and supporting women to create and grow businesses, we can create greater equality which in turn builds a stronger and fairer economy. The Future Female Business Leaders Programme aims to tackle the key challenges that face women when it comes to growing their business or advancing their professional careers.”
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Business people from Edinburgh and East Lothian learned about recycling opportunities and examples of recycling from Vegware and Riccardo Energy.
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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.
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:
- Alice Beveridge, Positive Psychologist, Director and Speaker at Tree Of Knowledge.
- Alison Tait, Chief Executive Officer, Break the Silence.
- Angie Foreman, Coca Cola 5by20 Programme Director
- Fin Wycherley, CEO of Supersize Media
- Jennifer Connelly, Chairperson of Fastworks Bonhill
- Liz Cameron OBE, Director & Chief Executive, Scottish Chambers of Commerce
- Louise Macdonald, Chief Executive of Young Scot
- Mairi McCallum, Manager of Moray Foodbank
- Mollie Hughes, mountaineer, adventurer and motivational speaker
- Pauline Moriarty, Beautiful Inside & Out SCIO
- Susan Mackenzie Young, Private Clients Division, Gallagher Insurance
- Val Russell, Chief Executive, Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce
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.
