What we do
Business Comment Magazine
Our magazine provides insight on Edinburgh’s vibrant business community, with features on the city’s key sectors, interviews with leading figures and news on business developments in the capital.
Business mentoring
Using a combination of our new online business mentoring software platform and a consultative approach, we will identify your business development objectives and ambitions. We will then carefully match you and your business with a mentor who has the skills and experience to meet your needs.
Upskilling and reskilling
We offer a wide range of training courses designed to help your team develop and your business grow.
Upcoming Events and Courses
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A beginners practical guide to Importing
23/04/2025 -With UK imports rising by 8.6% in July 2023, businesses have a growing opportunity to source raw materials, parts, and products more efficiently. Understanding the import process is essential for ensu...
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Public Speaking & Presentation Skills
24/04/2025 -Public speaking is one of the most important skills for personal and professional success, yet over 75% of people experience some form of public speaking anxiety. This course is designed to help you ...
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Behind the Scenes at the Festival Theatre
09/04/2025 - 11:00Join us this April for a behind the scenes tour of Edinburgh’s Festival Theatre! Start your morning at the Festival Theatre with a warm breakfast, a hot drink, and the chance to network w...
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Networking Lunch at Hawksmoor
10/04/2025 - 14:30Great conversations, new connections, and incredible food – our networking lunches bring it all together in some of Edinburgh’s best venues. This April, we’re heading to the ...
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." -
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.” -
Florence Kennedy Rolland, Managing Director, Negotiate LtdI have had many chats with other providers and members which I never would have had without the chamber, providing me with insights into other businesses as well as connections and possible collaborations. There is such a varied membership, there is always someone new to talk to.
News & Blogs
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Edinburgh Napier University welcomes Mary Jane Brouwers as Royal Society Entrepreneur in Residence
The Royal Society has appointed Mary Jane Brouwers as Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR) at Edinburgh Napier University (ENU). In the role, Mary Jane will play a key part in developing the Investing for Impact Hub at The Business School of Edinburgh Napier University, helping to bridge academia, industry and investment…
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US Tariffs To Hit UK Economy
US Tariffs To Hit UK Economy Reacting to news of a 10% tariff on all UK exports to the US and higher tariffs for other countries, Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC, said: “The Government has kept a cool head so far and must continue to negotiate. This is…
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Leading Scottish Training Provider Wins Outstanding Achievement at the Scottish Apprenticeship Awards 2025
Direct Partners has been crowned the winner of the prestigious “Leading in Learning Provision” award at the Scottish Apprenticeship Awards 2025, held at the iconic Perth Concert Hall. This accolade is a testament to their unwavering commitment to transforming lives and careers through innovative, industry leading apprenticeship training programmes across…
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The Clan Gordon Difference: How We Help Portfolio Landlords Thrive in the Scottish Market
For portfolio landlords (anyone who owns at least four mortgaged buy-to-let properties), keeping on top of everything presents its own set of unique challenges. Having many properties usually means dealing with many tenants and that leads to a myriad of queries, questions and requests for you to answer. And on top of…
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Edinburgh’s Rental Market in 2025: Navigating a Major Shift
For years, Edinburgh’s rental market has largely favoured landlords. From fast-rising rents to a chronic shortage of available properties, landlords could confidently expect robust demand and quick lets. However, recent data and on-the-ground experience suggest we’re now seeing a marked shift in supply and, in many respects, a more balanced…
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What Scottish Landlords Need to Know About the 2025 EPC Updates
The Scottish Government plans to introduce new Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) regulations in Parliament during 2025, with an aim to bring them into force in 2026. These reforms are designed to improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions and provide clearer information for property owners and tenants alike. Key EPC Changes From…
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