What We Do
Upcoming Events and Courses
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Essential Management Skills
29/08/2024 -This course is delivered in-person at our offices. Early bird offer of £40pp reduction in prices if booked and paid for before 25.07.2024. Discount applied automatically at ch...
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Understanding Export and Export Documentation
09/09/2024 -Training is delivered online via live Zoom video conference. Early bird offer of £40pp discount if you book before 13.08.2024. Discount calculated automatically at checkout.&n...
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Partner & Corporate Roundtable: Update on Edinburgh`s Visitor Levy
28/08/2024 - 10:30Join us on the 28th August, from 09:30 to 10:30 AM, for an exclusive Partner and Corporate Roundtable: Update on Edinburgh's Visitor Levy. Our virtual roundtables serve as a platform to engage wit...
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Behind the Scenes at IKEA
29/08/2024 - 11:00Join us on Thursday 29th August for a Behind the Scenes at IKEA Edinburgh. IKEA is a global leader in home furnishings, known for its stylish, functional, and affordable products. Founded in Sweden i...
Membership
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Inform
Our one city focus means we gain invaluable insight into plans, developments and key business issues in the Capital. Using this knowledge, we regularly inform our members on the local business landscape and any changes which may affect them. -
Represent
We have strong relationships with local and national Government, key policy-makers and city stakeholders. Using our networks, we influence on business issues and lobby on policy areas important to our members. -
Connect
Connecting people is at the heart of what we do. We run over 100 networking events per year, offer facilitated introductions and have a GDPR friendly membership database. So, if there is a contact you’d like to be connected to - consider it done. -
Grow
Helping our members grow is incredibly important to us. We’ll help to raise your profile in Edinburgh through our marketing support and we offer excellent training programmes to help increase productivity and accelerate growth.
Some words from our members
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Gordon Robertson, Director of Communications and Sustainability, Edinburgh Airport"The Chamber puts forward the case for business in the Capital with a clear understanding of the benefits that business brings to Edinburgh, as well as the responsibilities business has. From a business like ours to a small agency, the Chamber adds value – not something many can say."
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Lindsay Fyfe-Jardine, Chief Executive, Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home“Through the Chamber, I’ve connected with many leaders at networking events and this has opened up the door for lots of exciting partnerships. I can’t speak highly enough of the Chamber team, their dedication and care for Edinburgh businesses is evident and I’m very proud to say I’m an active member of their community.”
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George Lowder MBE, Chief Executive, Transport for Edinburgh“Our Partnership with the Chamber means that we can engage with senior leaders from across the City and from a number of sectors who can be our critical friends as we develop our strategies and plans. The Chamber also provides access to leaders and influencers from beyond the City, who provide invaluable broader insights, or represent our position in Scottish, National and International forums.”
News & Blogs
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The platform, which provides a safe place to find advice, local support, tips, and tools to help maintain positive wellbeing, was launched at Bonaly Primary School on Wednesday (21 August). The online space features a series of short films where children and young people from Edinburgh schools discuss why it’s…
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Scottish Veterans Residences, a charity founded in Edinburgh in 1910, have released a powerful new mini documentary giving an insight into the impact of their work supporting homeless ex-Servicemen and women. Link to video: https://youtu.be/0jYo6RgTH8A The 11-minute video was produced by Edinburgh-based film-maker Rob Waugh, of digital content company…
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As the leaves begin to turn and the air grows crisp, we invite you to experience the magic of autumn at Turnberry Resort, Ayrshire. From exciting outdoor adventures, culinary delights, and relaxing experiences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy against the backdrop of Scotland’s stunning west coast. The Autumn Escape…
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If you were born when The Beatles hit the big time, you’d be around 60 today, roughly sharing your age with the likes of Tom Cruise and George Clooney. While this can be a time of continued fulfilling work or early retirement, secure housing and comfortable finances for some, nearly…
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The Herbert Protocol is a vital tool designed to help families and carers of any missing person with dementia. It coined its named after George Herbert, a Normandy landings war veteran with dementia. He went missing and tragically passed away in 2011 whilst looking for his childhood home. The protocol…
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Donald Anderson is a former leader of Edinburgh’s city council. He says that, during his time in office, he was “unashamedly pro-development”. Here, he reflects on the recent history of a city that he believes has grown substantially in stature and where development and investment have transformed the fortunes of…
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