If your business is considering a fundraising campaign, Scottish Enterprise is hosting a live event to share advice about the funding options available, the benefits of debt and equity and how to get Funder ready.

Guest panellists from Scottish Enterprise, Bank of Scotland, Henderson Loggie and more will explore all these subjects and more in an interactive session.

Heat Network Fund Now Open

This Scottish Government fund encourages commercial interest and investment that will help make the most of Scotland's vast potential in the low carbon sector and contribute to the positive progress already made in reducing Scotland's greenhouse gas emissions.

Eligible projects must be large-scale and based in Scotland. As well as helping reduce emissions, successful projects should also have positive social and economic benefits for Scotland.

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Latest Edition of FBM Update Now Available

The latest edition of FBM Update is now available featuring the multi-million-pound investment in Glenrothes by Scotch Whisky Investments, news of another major site in Rosyth earmarked for investment as well as articles from epipole, Surface Heating Systems, Time Capsule Productions and many more.

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Collective Of Businesswomen Hosts New Lifestyle Event

The Collective is a new lifestyle event that will make the perfect day out for friends and families, with shopping, eating, guest speakers and workshops. Hosted at Pratis Barns on the outskirts of Leven, the Collective will be held on Sunday 30th April between 11am and 4pm.
 
The Collective is the evolution of conversations between four local businesswomen, each with a passion for quality products and services.

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Small Businesses To Benefit From Changes To Deposit Return Scheme

Craft drinks producers and pubs that provide off-sales are among those that will benefit from changes to Scotland’s deposit return scheme.

The Scottish Government has announced a range of measures to make it easier for drinks producers and retailers to prepare for the scheme while making sure environmental benefits are still delivered.

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Register Now for Meet the Buyer 2023

Whatever the size of your business, you will meet procurement teams, buyers and supply chains to learn about upcoming projects and tender opportunities locally, nationally within Scotland and right across the UK, at Meet the Buyer 2023!

Now in its 14th annual year, Scotland's national Meet the Buyer event is taking place as a fully in-person event at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre on 17th May 2023.

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Advertising with Social Media - Webinar

Want to quickly build a relevant fan base or an active email list? Want to generate sales straight away?
 
If the answer to these questions is yes, you should consider using paid social media advertising to help supplement your organic activities in order to achieve your business objectives.

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Lindores Put Fife On The Map For Eight Countries During VisitScotland Connect Week

Lindores, at the Braeside of Lindores Farm, enjoyed hosting Scottish Food and Drink experiences during VisitScotland Connect week. The event took place in The Hide, Fife’s own bespoke BBQ hut, that rests on top of Lindores Hill.

Travellers and buyers from eight different countries were welcomed to Fife, to connect with local suppliers such as Luvians wines of St Andrews and Cupar. 

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Redundancy Support For Employers And Employees In Scotland

Redundancy is something that many individuals and businesses in Scotland may have to face. Support is available through PACE - Partnership Action for Continuing Employment.

PACE is the Scottish Government’s initiative to support individuals and employers dealing with redundancy. It’s a partnership of 22 organisations dedicated to providing you with the advice and guidance you may need if you are made redundant or facing redundancy.

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Check out Business Gateway Connections Podcast

In Business Gateway's latest podcast series, business owners and experts look at the current challenges and opportunities facing businesses and discuss ways businesses can mitigate or adapt to these situations.

Over the course of the series, you can hear guidance and support on topics such as sustainability, apprenticeships, running a business as a young person, how businesses can navigate the challenges of the ongoing energy crisis and more.

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Webinars To Live Streams And Video Conferences - Running A Business Remotely

There are many tools available that allow you to communicate with people online, whether you're trying to run a workshop, hold a meeting, inform people or help them solve a problem. Many of these digital tools are easy to use and offer some powerful features.

This free video tutorial includes an introduction to webinars, live streams and video conferences, case studies and examples, as well as an overview of the tools and platforms currently available.

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BBC Programme Looking For New Community Projects To Support

BBC television show DIY SOS: The Big Build is looking for new projects to take on as production of its 33rd series gets underway.

The long-running show presented by Nick Knowles is looking to work with non-profit organisations and projects that support local communities.

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Firstport - Social Innovation Challenge

Firstport's Social Innovation Challenge is a programme that funds and supports innovators to kick-start solutions that tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our time. The 2023 theme is focused on issues connected with the rising cost of living.

Funders are looking to support new social enterprise ideas for removing the deep-rooted obstacles that prevent individuals and communities from living fulfilling and dignified lives, particularly in light of the current, well-publicised rise in the cost of living.

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Fife Chamber Networking Event

Fife’s most relaxed networking event is coming to Kirkcaldy. It is being held at the garden showroom of the Landscape Brothers in St Clair Street on 22nd June from 4pm.

Not only will you build, strengthen and make valuable connections for your business, but you can also enjoy some drinks and woodfired pizzas.

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Events and Meeting Space at Enterprise Hub Fife

Whether you are planning a strategy session, looking to host a training workshop or require offsite meeting space, Enterprise Hub Fife offers bright and spacious areas with modern facilities in the heart of Fife.

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