What We Do
Upcoming Events and Courses
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Methods of Payment & Letters of Credit
05/06/2024 -This course is delivered online via live Zoom video conference facilities. Early bird offer - book by 08.05.2024 to receive £40pp discount. Discount savings calculated automatically at ch...
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Viral Content & Trending Topics
12/06/2024 -This course is delivered online using live Zoom video conferencing facilities. There is an early bird offer of an extra £25pp off the course price for bookings secured before 15.05....
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Trade mission to Shenzhen, China
19/05/2024 - 17:00We are hosting a trade mission to Shenzhen on 19-24th of May We have helped Scottish SME’s enter new markets for the last 10 years. We have held numerous trade missions which have resulted in co...
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Speed Networking at YOTEL Edinburgh
21/05/2024 - 11:30Our popular Virtual Speed Networking sessions are returning in-person! Speed networking event is a proven way to make lots of valuable new connections – you’re guaranteed to meet ev...
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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Reacting to the UK’s ratification of the deal to join the Comprehensive and Progressive agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the BCC, said: “There are few multi-national trade agreements like this one. The UK’s addition to this bloc will open up new opportunities for both inward and outward…
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Residents have been asked to share their views on what the key priorities are for housing in Edinburgh. The local housing strategy will set out the vision for all types of homes and housing related services in the city for at least the next five years. It will consider the…
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Heriot-Watt scientists are part of a £13 million project funded by the UKRI Engineering Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to advance sustainable manufacturing. Heriot-Watt’s Ultrafast Optics Group will receive £1 million through the new Future Advanced Metrology Hub for Sustainable Manufacturing, led by the University of Huddersfield. The hub will…
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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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Due to the ever-changing landscape of business, technology, education and economy – innovation is the key to Scotland achieving its aims as a nation. Colleges are uniquely placed to help the younger generation, adult learners and businesses start their innovation journey. The College Innovation Network needs your help, please can you complete…
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