What We Do
Upcoming Events and Courses
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Understanding Export and Export Documentation
15/05/2024 -Training is delivered online via live Zoom video conference. Early bird offer of £40pp discount if you book before 17.04.2024. Discount calculated automatically at checkout.&n...
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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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Networking Lunch at Hawksmoor
14/05/2024 - 14:30In May, we’re heading to the renowned Hawksmoor to enjoy a tasty lunch, with plenty of time dedicated to re-connecting with fellow members and growing your network. Hawksmoor is a restaurant tha...
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Networking Breakfast at Dishoom
15/05/2024 - 10:00Networking events are at the heart of what we do at the Edinburgh Chamber. Each month we love visiting different venues and restaurants to host events and offer valuable opportunities for making conne...
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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Capella is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Ian Glen, Janyce Holmes, and Dr Adrian de Andres to the charity’s Board of Trustees. These new members bring unique skills, perspectives, and a shared commitment to Capella’s mission of lasting change through learning. They join an esteemed and experienced Board…
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Reacting to the latest GDP figures, David Bharier, Head of Research at the British Chambers of Commerce, said: “Today’s Q1 GDP first estimate of 0.6%, outstripping expectations, is a welcome sign that the UK has moved away from last year’s shallow recession. Businesses across the UK have been the driving force…
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Paul Lawrence has been confirmed as the new Chief Executive of the City of Edinburgh Council. Councillors approved a report recommending his appointment at a meeting earlier today (9 May). He will take up his role on 17 June, succeeding current Chief Executive Andrew Kerr who retires on 14 June. Council Leader Cammy…
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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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