Calendar of Events
Wednesday 22nd August
Civic Reception aboard the sail training vessel Alba Explorer
Time : 10:00am
Location : By the Apex Hotel, Victoria Dock, Dundee -->map
Ocean Youth Trust Scotland are pleased to invite you to a Civic Reception aboard the sail training vessel Alba Explorer
Alba Explorer is a former ‘round the world’ racing yacht previously owned by Sir Chay Blyth’s Challenge Business. She is now owned and operated by Ocean Youth Trust Scotland providing residential team building opportunities for young people throughout Scotland.
There will also be an opportunity for a limited number of people to join us for a day sail on the Tay on Friday 24th August.
Please call our office for more details: Nick Fleming |
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Tel: 0141 2211200 Email: nick@oytscotland.org.uk Website: www.oytscotland.org.uk |
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Thursday 23rd August
Network Business Forum
Time: 8:30am till 12 noon
Location : Piper Dam Golf and Leisure Resport --> map
“The Marketplace for Business in Dundee and Angus”
Following the outstanding success of our last event in May, Dundee and Angus Chamber of Commerce are delighted to announce the second Network Business Forum on Thursday 23rd August at Piper Dam Golf & Leisure Resort, Fowlis, Dundee from 8.30am till 12 noon. This is the event for you if you want to:-
- Increase your brand profile
- Increase sales
- Substantially add to your customer database
- Make new and profitable business leads
- Gather valuable market research information
- Meet potential new customers and speak directly with them
We have THREE great opportunities to take part and meet up to 60 business contacts in a morning of informal networking, facilitated networking and business showcase.
Table Top Stand, Breakfast and networking Exhibit your company from 8.30 am till 12 noon with table AND space to put up stands and banners. This is an ideal opportunity to promote your products and services and also take part in our round table network sessions. There are 12 tables maximum - £60 for members (£70 for non members)
Network Table Sponsor and Breakfast Host a table seating up to nine and meet up to 60 contacts. You can have literature, hand-outs - whatever you want on the table - even a pop up banner placed behind it! At approximately 15 minute intervals the networking participants will move table but you will stay at your table. During each session you will have up to 5 minutes to promote your business and also award a prize of your choosing (maximum value £1.00 per prize so let your imagination run riot!) to the best "Market Pitch" at each session. This is an exciting and innovative way to promote your business to a captive audience at least SIX times. There are a maximum of 7 tables - £50 for members only. You must provide the £1.00 prizes as well.
Network and Breakfast The Forum starts at 8.30am with an hour for registration, breakfast rolls, tea and coffee and informal networking. At 9.30 the Round Table networking will start with the opportunity to present your "Market Pitch" to up to 60 business contacts over lively facilitated sessions - and there are prizes for the best pitches. Each "Market Pitch" should be no longer than 1 minute - so polish those presentations now as there are prizes to be won throughout the morning! The networking will finish at 11.30 with time to informally chat with anyone you haven't already met. 60 spaces maximum - £20 for members, (£27 for non-members)
The networking will finish at 11.30 with time to informally chat with anyone you haven't already met. 60 spaces maximum - £20 for members, (£27 for non-members)
Please note that this is a business to business event only, therefore we must ask that any multi-level marketing companies be members of Dundee and Angus Chamber of Commerce to take part.
To book contact Janet Torley on 01383 852931 / 07753 749535 or email sales@eventsforbusiness.co.uk
Wednesday 5th September
The Return of the Marketing Club
Time : 6pm - 7:30pm
Location: Sensation, Dundee --->map
Charge: Members Free, Non members: £10
Speaker: Richard Norris, Director of Action International
We have secured a great FREE course, yes FREE to Chamber Members from Richard Norris, Action International. Normal Marketing Course from Action Coaches cost £200 plus per person
WE HAVE LIMITED SPACES FOR THE RETURN OF THIS MARKETING CLUB.
Want to generate more quality leads?
Learn how to get your clients to sell for you…and why word-of-mouth marketing does NOT work!
One of the most fundamental functions of your business is to ensure a constant supply of new leads. Chasing new business is thought of by many as a specialty area, yet it needn’t be. Wouldn’t it be better to attract a stream of new business? And do it at little cost to you and your business?
Turn your existing clients, customers and contacts into Raving Fans. To learn how to take ACTION and turn your marketing into a true investment in the growth of your business, show up on the 5th September and bring your business cards, you will need them!
Contact Shirley Taylor at the Chamber shirleytaylor@dundeeandanguschamber.co.uk
Tel: 01382 228545
September 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st
EXPORTING TO IRELAND ROADSHOWS
Ireland is now ranked among the top 5 fastest growing economies in the world with growth rates in GDP of close to 10% over the last 10 years. Ireland is becoming widely known around the globe as ‘The Celtic Tiger’. This huge economic growth has created significant opportunities for Scottish companies in Ireland.
Business Gateway International are responding to this opportunity by offering companies an opportunity to attend a free event which will highlight the opportunities and give practical advice on exporting to the Irish market. This programme is being introduced to all businesses in Scotland in the format of a ‘Roadshow’ covering 4 venues – Aberdeen, Dundee, Stirling and Edinburgh from 18 September – 21 September. These events will be of great benefit to any company serious about exporting to Ireland but who may have budget and human resource constraints.
Objectives
The Roadshows are specifically designed to provide participants attending with:
- An insight into the Irish market through a presentation of an economic, social geographical and commercial overview
- An insight into the criteria which will be necessary for Scottish companies to succeed in the market commercially.
- A overview from some key trade buyers via video and an insight into their perspective on the market, specifically, representatives from retail, trade development, construction and hi-tech industry.
Brilliant Red Consulting will facilitate the events and provide information on their entry-level export programme “Operation Shamrock”.
Please see roadshow venues in your area below (control & click for directions). They will all start with a 0930 registration for a 1000 start. There will be a networking lunch at 1230.
To register for any of the roadshows please contact Jacqui Finlay at BGI Fife on 01592 623139 or jacqui.finlay@bgfife.co.uk
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Tuesday 18 September 2007 |
Karen Irving 01224 252208 |
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Wednesday 19 September 2007 |
Sandra Jamieson 01382 305596 |
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Thursday 20 September 2007 |
Richard Johnson 01786 452017 |
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Friday 21 September 2007 |
Elaine Philip 01506 407027 |
The roadshow events are free to all participants – the subsequent Operation Shamrock programme is not compulsory and is chargeable.
Operation Shamrock delivers:
- Completed database with key industry contacts
- A dedicated consultant to generate real sales leads in the North and South of Ireland
- Prospect screening, grading and selection assistance
- Sales and Negotiation training
- Assistance with sales meeting preparation
- Accompanied sales meeting with an experienced Consultant
- An understanding of the best approach in winning business in Ireland, including Northern Ireland
Tuesday 25 September 2007Project ARGUS - Protecting Against TerrorismTime : 1pm - 4:00pm |
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What is Project Argus?
Project ARGUS is a National Counter Terrorism Security Office initiative, exploring ways to aid businesses to prevent, handle and recover from a terrorist attack. It is designed for Retail Managers with a responsibility for or an interest in Security and/or Business Continuity.
It is a completely free event which will take you through a realistic terrorist attack using a multi-media simulation. 
A series of challenges and questions will be put to you as an individual and in a syndicate group which you will have to resolve.
The whole event including coffee will last three hours. Just prior to this a buffet lunch will be available.
When and Where?
The event will take place on Tuesday 25 September 2007 between 1pm and 4pm at the Maryatt Hall Dundee. (Buffet lunch from 12.30 pm)
How do I ensure I don’t miss out?
Invitations are being sent to retail businesses in Dundee.
Demand will be high therefore places will be on a first come first served basis.
TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE:
PHONE : 01382 596457 or E-MAIL: ctsa@tayside.pnn.police.uk
To assist you to prepare for the event, two guides produced by the National Counter Terrorist Security Office are worth reading:
(1) Secure in the Knowledge and (2) Expecting the Unexpected.
Both can be downloaded free of charge at www.nactso.gov.uk (click on Project ARGUS)
Tuesday 25 September 2007
ROYAL NAVY PRESENTATION TEAM VISIT DUNDEE
Time: Evening
Location Apex City Hotel, West Victoria Dock, Dundee -->map
The RNPT travels all over the UK talking to a wide cross section of the community: business, industry, education, charities, local government, media and youth groups.
Using a 35 minute multimedia presentation, RNPT describe the role of today's modern Navy, its people, equipment and plans for the future. There is an opportunity to socialize before and after the presentation with refreshments available. The aim is to convince the general public that their Royal Navy offers good value for money and that their taxes are being spent wisely.
The RNPT are due to visit Dundee on Tuesday 25 September 2007, for an evening presentation at the Apex City Hotel, West Victoria Dock, Dundee. They are delighted to extend an invitation to all the members of the Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce, family and friends, business associates and anyone from the local community who you feel would be interested in the presentation.
Any member of the Chamber can be added to the guest list.
To book contact Shirley Taylor on 01382 228545 or email :shirleytaylor@dundeeandanguschamber.co.uk.
Date : Wednesday 26th September
"A Taste of Scotland around the World"
"Challenges & Opportunities for Selling Scottish Food and Drink Internationally"
Location : Gleneagles Hotel
This is a free event open to the Scottish food and drink industry. Places are limited to 100, early registration is advisable.
Chairman John S Whitehead OBE of Food From Britain (Scotland)
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| 10:00 | Coffee and Networking |
| 10:30 | Americas - " A Bite of the Big Apple"
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| 11:30 | Asia - "A Dram for the Dragon"
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| 12:30 | An International Chefs take on Scottish produce with buffet lunch
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| 13:30 | Russia – “A Salmon for the Bear"
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| 14:00 | Europe - "A new Europe, a bigger market”
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| 15:00 | Why is Cittaslow good for Perth and Scotland as a whole
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| 15:30 | International Support and close
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| 16:00 | Berry Smoothies & Networking
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| 17:30 | Close |
4th October – 6th October 2007
ALFRED DUNHILL LINKS CHAMPIONSHIP
Location - Carnoustie-->map
Time - from 12:00 noon
Soak up the atmosphere of the Pro –Am while enjoying Lunch in the Dalhousie Restaurant
- Champagne Reception from 12 noon
- Three Course lunch, half Bottle Wine per person
- Parking
- Free Access to the Course
Book your table between 12 noon and 2.00pm in the Dalhousie Restaurant adjacent to the 1st Tee of the Carnoustie Championship Course.
Tables available for 8 or 10 Guests
Price £45.00 per person including VAT
To Reserve your Table Please call 01241 411999
Carnoustie Golf Hotel, the Links, Carnoustie, Angus DD7 7JE
e-mail Sales.carnoustie@ohiml.com Sales.carnoustie@ohiml.com
4th October – 6th October 2007
ALFRED DUNHILL LINKS CHAMPIONSHIP - Hospitality Program
Location - Carnoustie -->map
Time - between 9am and 5pm
- Fruit Juice, Bacon Rolls, Coffee / Tea
- Champagne Reception
- Buffet Lunch
- Bottle of Wine per person
- Afternoon Tea & Coffee with Selection of Cakes
- Official Programme
- Parking
- Free Access to the Course
Hospitality Packages available between 9.00am and 5.00pm in our Luxury Suites, with unrivalled views of the 1st Tee & 18th Green of the Championship Course
Parties from 15 & 50 Guests
Price £175.00 per person
To Reserve a Suite Please call 01241 411999
Carnoustie Golf Hotel, the Links, Carnoustie, Angus DD7 7JE Sales.carnoustie@ohiml.com
October 6th
How to Feel Good about Presentations
A two- hour interactive workshop
This workshop will help you get your message across, whatever the situation or whoever the audience. Faced with a “60 second” networking pitch, a 20 minute presentation or even just answering the question, “So what do you do?” ? Then come along to learn and practise:
- Looking and feeling confident from the start
- Establishing rapport with your listener
- Using your body language to underpin your message
- Avoiding the three deadly PowerPoint mistakes
- Creating killer opening sentences
- Ending your talk with the key “bubble”
Pen Portrait
Eugene Clarke of Real Communication is committed to the principle that all of us can improve our communication skills, no matter where we start from. To that end in 2003 he set up Real Communication to help both individuals and organisations communicate better.
Working with a wide range of people from senior management to new trainees, he and his colleagues understand that improving our communication skills is a highly personal process. They love to help people develop and tailor their approach accordingly.
Eugene has worked extensively both in the UK other parts of the EU including the Czech Republic and Hungary with clients ranging from major financial institutions to small voluntary organisations and one-person businesses.
He can be contacted on 0845 260 0079 or info@realcommuncation.co.uk18-19 October 2007
INTERPRISE IND-TECH III 2007 -->link
Location: Scandinavian Technical Fair, Stockholm, Sweden
The Euro Info Centre - Business Gateway is involved in the promotion of a transnational match-making event for companies from the engineering and metal- working sectors
Interprise IND-TECH III 2007 will take place on 18 - 19 October at the Scandinavian Technical Fair, Stockholm, Sweden. Interprise is a contact business meeting covering a specially selected area of business to promote co-operation between small and medium-sized companies and organisations. Between 120 and 150 companies from twelve European countries are expected to participate. Companies from China, India and Russia are also expected to participate.
All those participating in IND-TECH III 2007 share one thing in common, the desire to broaden their contact network and to find new partners for technical as well as commercial purposes. IND-TECH III 2007 provides a unique opportunity for you to find new business contacts. Interprise IND-TECH III 2007 will run parallel to the Scandinavian Technical Fair. which will focus on industrial technology and production. This will give participants in Interprise IND-TECH III 2007 the opportunity to participate in as well as meet companies taking part in the Technical Fair.
Tuesday 6th November
Customer Service in the Modern World
Speaker: Shirley MacNabney
Presented by the Chartered Institute of Marketing in Conjunction with Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce
Location : Sensation, Dundee --->map
Time: 18:30
Customer Service can be the main differentiator between competing Brands. Gain an insight into this valuable attribute and identify how this business facet can help you increase your market share.
Shirley MacNabney is the Membership Director for Scotland for the Institute of Customer Service. Shirley has had an extensive career with The Royal Bank of Scotland, latterly in their Customer Service arena and it is this skill set, allied to the expertise of the Institute of Customer Service, that Shirley will bring to her presentation.
Light buffet and refreshments will be served at 6.30pm
This is a Free event to Chamber members only.
Please telephone Pam or Lynn on 0141-221 7700 or email cimeventsadmin@cim.co.uk to book.
THE BIG CHRISTMAS TASTING AT AITKEN'S WINE WAREHOUSE
THURSDAY 6th DECEMBER.
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Fantastic seasonal offers Fine wines for tasting Champagne on arrival Nibbles, music & free prize draw Doors open 4pm thru 'til 9pm Tickets £5 - Limited Availability!! |
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For bookings, tel: 01382 641111 or e-mail: sales@aitkenwines.com
Thursday 6th December.
"Making More Profit From Your Business"
Time : 6:00pm
Location : Chamber Offices, 11 Camperdown Street, City
Quay, Dundee.
This ‘not-to-be-missed’ event is running on Thursday 6 December at the Chamber offices, commencing 6pm. Business improvement ‘guru’ Colin A Grant, will lead the event. Colin is the founder and CEO of Adapt (UK) Limited, which provides business development and change expertise to companies throughout the UK. He advises on strategy, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring systems and processes to match the changing needs and development of the business.
Friday 7th December.
SIMPLE CORPORATE RESOURCE SOLUTIONS
Tis the season to be Sickie!
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With
winter now upon us, more people are taking days off ‘sick’,
perhaps for Christmas shopping, party hangovers or just due to the
cold, dark mornings. But
what can employers do about it? SCRS
is happy to bring you some simple solutions. This
short, festive seminar will give you practical hints and tips on
how to effectively manage your seasonal sickies. Friday
7th December, 1pm to 3pm Overgate
Learning Centre, City House, Dundee £25
for fellow members of the Chamber of Commerce. Festive
nibbles will be served. Places
are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. Phone
Jeni on 07899 933 089 or email admin@scrsolutions.co.uk |
Tuesday 11th December.
Innovation Portal funding opportunities
workshop
The Innovation Portal, a partnership between
University of Dundee, University of Abertay Dundee and the Scottish Crop
Research Institute to support SMEs in Tayside, has organised a workshop
at the Dundee University Incubator Tuesday 11 December 2007. A number of
speakers will outline various funding opportunities available to local
businesses and how it can stimulate innovation. Spaces are limited
and allocated on a first come first served basis.
To find out more about the event or to confirm your attendance, please contact Stuart Maxwell on 01382 226 856 or email s.a.maxwell@dundee.ac.uk
Tuesday 15th January 2008
MINOTAUR OR
Do you find
that in the labyrinth of the business world, you are like the Minotaur,
constantly coming up against deadends and brick walls? If so, then what
you need is a
Cost of the event, including lunch is Members £15+vat. (Non member £25 +vat).
To book your place, contact karolina@dundeeandanguschamber.co.uk or call 01382 228545
Friday 18th January 2008
George Duffus Memorial Burns
Supper
Location:
Hilton Dundee
Cost:
£27.50 per person or a table of ten at £250
THE
MYSTERY OF ACCOUNTS. THE VEIL IS LIFTED
If, like everyone else running a business, the thought of actually sitting down and sorting your accounts fills you with dread, then this is the event for you. Roger Dunnett of Walker Dunnett, Chartered Accountants, will show how you can lift the veil of mystery surrounding accounts. The presentation in the DACC Conference Room, on Tuesday 22/1/08, will commence at 1345 hours with coffee and the all important chance to network.
To book your place, contact awalker@walkerdunnett.co.uk or 01382 224221
The Duties of Company Directors
Time: 0830 hours
Location:
DCA, Dundee
Two months after new laws concerning company directors’ legal duties came into force, a survey of company directors in Tayside and Fife has shown that only a third of them are confident that they understand what the new law expects of them. Fewer than 50% felt that the information available to them was adequate. Blackadders Solicitors are to run the above seminar to help address this problem.
For further information and to reserve a place, please contact alison.robertson@blackadders.co.uk
Friday 25th January 2008
Scottish WaterTime: 1200 to 1400hours
Location: The Clubhouse, Fairmont, St Andrews
Cost: £18 + VAT, including lunch
The event will give you the opportunity to
understand how Scottish Water operates and how your business may benefit
in the future.
Tuesday 29th January 2008
Tourism Conference
Location: Edinburgh
Inspired by the Scottish Government’s vision to
increase Scottish Tourism by 50% over the next decade, Mackay-Hannah is
to host a conference in Edinburgh on January 29th entitled: “Scottish
Tourism: Going for Growth”.
This One Day Conference will consider how
the Scottish Government, VisitScotland and tourism stakeholders can
deliver the ambitious tourism growth target over the next 10 years.
Sunday 3rd February 2008
Time:
Location: Bonar Hall,
Cost: £ 8
This charity
‘Hair of the Dog’ fundraiser in aid of Guide Dogs for the Blind, will
feature hair, fashion and beauty and will include make-over for members
of staff from the Forfar centre.
Member, Irving Miskell-Reid of Freedom Hair, will
also be taking part to transform some members of the audience. Clothes
are to be supplied by former apprentice contestant Karen Bremner and the
evening will be hosted by actress Lesley Mackie and broadcaster Paul
Garty.
In addition to
all of this, entertainment will be provided along with complimentary
nibbles, drinks and Doggy Bags and fantastic raffle prizes.
Tickets available from Freedom Hair, 01382 225 393
Karen B,
RJW Services,
Fobel DIY,
Additional
information can be obtained by contacting:
Henny King 01382 350244 or Kevin
Hutton 01382 452057
Thursday 21st February 2008
Thorntons
Stress in the Workplace
Time:
0845 – 1000 hours
Location: DCA, Nethergate,
This seminar will look at legal issues relating to
stress at work including in the following areas:-
• Unfair
Dismissal
• Disability
Discrimination
• Harassment
online: www.thorntons-law.co.uk/web/site/home/events.asp
Call: Sarah Millar 01382 229111
Thursday 21st February 2008
Valuing Your Assets
Time:
1300 – 1630hours
Location: Rothes Halls, Glenrothes Cost: £75
Almost half a million people work overtime without pay. If everyone worked their unpaid overtime at the start of the year, it would be Friday 22nd February before they would start getting paid. As a result, the TUC has named the 22nd ‘Work Your Proper Hours Day’.
Simple Corporate Resource Solutions is joining forces with InterActions to make employers aware of the importance of recognising employees’ contribution with non-financial rewards.
The workshop will be looking
at how to reduce workload to prevent stress at work and will include
time management and communication skills as well as forms of reward.
Chamber of Commerce members will receive a 20% discount. For more information or to book your place, please contact George or Tina at InterActions,
01592 262869.Sunday 24th February 2008
"Glad Rags" Charity Fashion Event
Time:
1930 hours
Location: Whitehall Theatre, Dundee
Price: £8 (Concessions £6)
Members from
Dundee University Students Association, and
Freedom Hair, have combined
with others to produce the ‘Glad Rags’ Face of Freedom 2008, fashion and
hair event. The event will also include the final of
Dundee ’s Next Top Model. All monies raised will go to
charity.
For further
information and ticket reservation, please contact The Whitehall
Theatre, Freedom Hair, Dundee or call 01382 225393 e-mail:
d_u_c@hotmail.co.uk
26th/27th/28th February 2008
EXPORTING MASTERCLASS ROADSHOWS
Health & Safety at WorkDon't fall down on H & S !
Time: 9.30am to 4.30pm
Location: Dundee Ice Arena Camperdown Leisure Complex Dundee DD2 3SQ
Cost:
£165* per delegate
* Chamber of Commerce members
can receive a 20% discount. Please tell us if you are a member
when booking.
EXPORTING MASTERCLASS ROADSHOWS
Location: Dundee Ice Arena Camperdown Leisure Complex Dundee DD2 3SQ
Do you know….
- Who is responsible for the health and
safety of your employees, contractors and visitors to your
business?
- What safety measures need to be put in
place?
- What are the likely penalties for
falling down on Health and Safety regulations?
Find out the answers and get some simple health
and safety solutions with SCRS.
This practical training workshop will include
employers’ duties, practical risk assessments and legal updates,
including the Scottish Culpable Homicide legislation, which comes into
force on 6th April this year.
Places are limited so please book early to
ensure your place.
Friday 29th
February 2008
Freddie Mercury
Tribute Night
Location: Hilton Hotel DundeePrice:
£24.50 per person
Friday 29th February 2008
BACON, BUTTIES & BETTER CONTACTS
Breakfast Networking
Event
Time:
0830 – 1200hours
Location: Woodlands Hotel
Panmure Terrace
Broughty Ferry
The countdown has started. Time is quickly running
out. Why not sign up today before you lose out! The Woodland
Hotel, Broughty Ferry is the place to be on Friday 29th February. You
will be able to showcase your business to EVERY SINGLE PARTICIPANT.
There are three opportunities to take part in a morning of informal
networking which has been proven time and time again to increase
business:
Network
Table Sponsor & Breakfast. Host a table seating up to
nine different contacts per 15 minute session. They move, you don't!!
You can have literature, hand-outs, even a pop-up banner behind the
table!
During each session, you will have up to 5 minutes
to 'sell' your business whilst the 'contacts' have 1 minute each. This
is a proven way to promote your business to a captive audience. All this
for £75+vat for members. Not available to non members.
Table Top Stand.
Breakfast, network and exhibit your company. Take part in the round
table networking sessions making your 1 minute pitch whilst your
promotional material is available on stands and banners around the room.
Maximum of 12 tables available. £50+vat for members, £75+vat
non-members.
Network & Breakfast. The forum
starts at 0830 with an hour for registration, bacon butties, tea/coffee
and informal networking. At 0930 sharp, the Round Table networking
begins with the opportunity to present your 'pitch'. After 15 minutes,
you will move to a different table and begin the process again. As the
presentation is no longer than 60 seconds, start practising NOW to make
sure you get the right message across.
The event will finish at 11.30 with time to
informally chat with any of the participants.
Cost £25+vat member, £35+vat non-member.
To ensure your place is reserved contact sales@eventsforbusiness.co.uk
Quest ( Scotland ) Ltd., are running the following events and ILA accounts can be used.
4th March 2008 - Minute Taking (half-day) £85+VAT
5th March 2008
'Are you a secret squirrel?'
What information do you hold? What must be disclosed? This event
is aimed at ALL businesses but particularly those coming into
contact with the public sector. On 5th March 2008, the Head of Policy at
the Scottish Information Commissioner will deliver a presentation on
'freedom of information and its effect on business'. This will commence
at 1200 hours with a light lunch and an opportunity to network. Cost:
Member £15+vat Non member £25+vat
Time:
1200hours
Location:
DACC Unit 11 City Quay, Dundee
To reserve your place, please contact karolina@dundeeandanguschamber.co.uk or call 01382 228545.
Quest ( Scotland ) Ltd., are running the following events and ILA accounts can be used.
12th March 2008 - Train the Trainer (full-day) £150+VAT
Time:
9.30am to 13.30pmLocation: Lecture Theatre Dundee College Kingsway Campus Old Glamis Road Dundee
Solar Cities Scotland and Dundee College have organised a half day event focussing on opportunities for those interested in becoming installers of micro-renewable energy technologies such as solar thermal systems, heat pumps and biomass boilers. It will also be of interest to client organisations and those with an economic development/skills training remit. It will give an overview of opportunities and training available. It includes speakers from industry and trades bodies. Tours of Dundee College's Renewable Energy Training Centre will be available to interested parties. Discounted rates for Solar Cities Scotland members and students are available.
A flyer and booking
form is available to download on the Solar Cities Scotland
website:
www.solarcitiesscotland.org.uk/events.htm
or by sending an email to:
info@solarcitiesscotland.org.uk
New Members Evening
Time: 1800 - 2000hours
Location:
DACC Unit 11 City Quay, Dundee
Cost: FREE
Members are invited to come along to the Chamber office at City Quay between 6pm and 8pm. It is a great opportunity for new and recently joined members, or for anyone who is contemplating joining the Chamber, to come along and meet the Chamber team and find out more about our plans. Established members who have not yet had the opportunity to see the new office or meet the team are, of course, very welcome to join us. There will be an opportunity to meet and network with new contacts, and there will be a short presentation by Major Ron McGregor, Highland RFCA, Sabre Command. For more information or to reserve your place, contact
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Tartan Day Business Debate
Time:
11.45am- 2pm
Location:
Carnoustie Golf Hotel
The Links Carnoustie Angus DD7 7JE
Cost: Free
To register for this FREE event, please complete the booking form online at http://www.scotlandstartanday.com/businesslunch
CMI lecture on Disaster Management
Time:
18.30 buffet,
19.00 presentation
Location:
Kingsway Campus Old Glamis Road Dundee
Cost: Free
Drawing on their experience in
leading the Emergency Planning team for Dundee City Council, Graeme
MacKenzie and John Handling will provide invaluable advice and guidance
on what managers need to do to be prepared for critical incidents and
therefore try to mitigate the worst effects in the case of emergencies.
No business can afford to take an "it will never happen to me" approach.
Booking is essential at events.administration@managers.org.uk
This is a free event and
guests are welcome.
Further details from Ian Andrew, CMI Manager - Scotland
01875 614167
ian.andrew@managers.org.uk
Wednesday
23rd & Thursday 24th April 2008 
Two Day Managing People Course SOLD OUT
Time: 9.30-12.30pm lunch break 1.30-4.30pm
Location: Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce offices
Unit 11 City Quay Camperdown Street Dundee DD1 3JA
Price: £225 + VAT (per person) MEMBERS
£295 + VAT
(per person) NON- MEMBERS
This course is now SOLD OUT. However, names
are being taken with a view to providing another course at a later date.
To avoid disappointment and to make sure of your place contact Karolina
on 01382 228545
karolina@dundeeandanguschamber.co.uk
Wednesday 23rd April 2008
Copyright & Trade Marks
Time: 8.15am registration,
8.30am start
Location:
Dundee Contemporary Arts Centre
Cost: Free
Campbell Clark, Commercial Partner at
Blackadders Solicitors, is holding a corporate law seminar on "Copyright
& Trade Marks".
Protection of copyright and trade marks is often overlooked but can be
very important to all businesses. The first part of the seminar will
explain the nature of copyright and trade marks and provide top tips on
how your business can make most of them.
The second part will be a question and answer session.
To register please contact Alison Robertson
alison.robertson@blackadders.co.uk
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Thursday 1st - Wednesday 7th May 2008
Overgate Shopping Centre: Health & Eco Week
Overgate shopping centre
is planning a Health & Eco Week
in May and is inviting key businesses
throughout the country to showcase a health or eco related product
within or outside the shopping centre.
Why Health & Eco Week at Overgate shopping
centre to promote your product or service?
- 14 million visitors per annum
- 262,000 catchment population*
- 57% of shoppers fall into the ABC1
category**
- 61% of shoppers visit Overgate weekly
or more**
- Higher income than the Scottish
average
- Marketing spend to promote event
- Indoor and outdoor space available
*source: Experian July 2007** Source ABA Research November 2007
This event will be supported with a strong marketing approach through local press, local radio, exhibition leaflet within Overgate centre, local community events, high profile PR initiatives and seminars to support the event.
Book before 17 March to receive a 5% discount on exhibition costs. Only one company representing each product category will be accepted – on first come first served basis. Not all categories have been finalised but examples will be:
- Renewable energy (solar, wind, governing
body)
- Environmentally friendly cars
- Outdoor holidays
- Fitness
- Natural food products
- Healthy Eating
Business to Business Health and Safety Seminar
Time: 1200-1400 hours
Location:
Hilton Hotel, Dundee Cost: FREE
SCDI invites you to
attend one of a series of five free business seminars that it is
organising with the
Partnership on Health and Safety in Scotland (PHASS).
The events are supported by the Scottish Government.
The key aims of the series are to
help you:
·
boost business profitability and
competitiveness through sensible health and safety
·
increase your understanding of
health and safety legislation and best practice
·
learn about practical solutions that
you can apply to your business through case study
presentations
· find out about the public and
private sector support and expertise available to you
WELLGATE WELLBEING WALK 2008
Time: 11 am
Location:
This is a great opportunity for family and friends/ youth groups/
organisations/ retailers/ business to get involved, get fit, enjoy a day
out with family and friends and raise money for a very worthy cause –
Leukaemia Research.
Register today by downloading a form, e-mail wellgatewalk@lrf.org.uk or call 0131 661 9224
Location:
Bells Sports Centre Perth Cost: £290 + VAT per stand Chamber
of Commerce Members £430
+ VAT per stand Non Members
Stands measure 3m x 2m and
include, Company Name on fascia, 2 x spotlights, 1 x 500 watt Socket.
Closing date for stand booking: 28th March 2008
Over 100 Business stands
Broadband available
Market Trader’s License attained
Trophy for Best Stand
Cocktail Reception
Workshops and Seminars throughout the day
Booking forms are available at: www.perthshirechamber.co.uk
or contact the Chamber office on 01738 450401
e-mail:
events@perthshirechamber.co.uk
1. Stands may be provisionally booked by returning
the booking form when an invoice will be issued
2. Stands will only be confirmed upon receipt of
payment and bookings will be accepted on a first come first served
basis.
4. You will note that we have attained a Market
Trader’s License for the first time which means that members will be
able to sell goods from their stands on the day.
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