Tag: Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce
Decision day for environment placement awards
Five finalists will compete for the Bright Green Business Environmental Placement Programme Award during a special event at Queen Margaret University, Musselburgh, on Wednesday, November 20 (6pm).
They are Ana Hernandez, Campus Cycling Officer, City...
Personality model explained at business breakfast
The next Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber business breakfast is entitled Insights Discovery and it is on Wednesday, October 30 between 8.30am and 10.30am at The Queen Margaret University Edinburgh, Queen Margaret University Drive,...
Legislation could Change your business
The proposed Employment Rights Bill and what it means to your business is the headline topic for the next Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce (MELCC) Business Breakfast.
Ciara McGovern (pictured) of HR &...
Two networking events for your diary
Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce have confirmed two networking events this month.
A joint Chambers Networking Lunch is on at Norton House Hotel near Edinburgh Airport on April 17 (12.00 to 14.00) when businesses...
Ootsider creator scoops Local Hero award
John Keogh has been named as the Local Hero 2024 in the Midlothian and East Lothian Business Awards due to his "fantastic work for the homeless community".
He set up The Ootsider, waterproof outside coats...
Chamber chief Barbour hails ‘resilience’ of local businesses
The finalists in the Midlothian and East Lothian Business Awards have been revealed by the organisers with over 30 businesses making it to the final with the awards dinner schedule for Thursday, March 7...
Make connections through Mid and East Chamber
Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber host their next Business Connection meeting on Wednesday, February 28 (8.30am to 10.30am) at The Beacon, Hunterfield Road, Gorebridge EH23 4TT.
There are no speakers and no agenda but this...
Helping businesses go green is MELCC focus
Helping members to go green is a major theme for Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce (MELCC) in the next 12 months.
A free hour can be requested by those unsure of how to best proceed...
‘Big benefits’ in joining the chamber, says Archibald
Midlothian and East Lothian Business Awards are on the horizon and George Archibald, one of the leading members in the organisation, urged SMEs out there to become involved in the organisation to boost their...
You could be a Local Hero in business awards
Entries are now open for the Midlothian & East Lothian Business Awards 2024 which celebrate the best of a wide range of companies, charities and organisations in the area.
The awards are now in their 16th year and...
Working with emotions explained
Working with emotions in negotiations is the subject of this month's Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce breakfast.
Human beings are emotional creatures and emotions are present wherever they interact. Negotiations are no exception.
Malcolm...
Invitation to business Expo in September
Businesses in the Lothians and beyond are invited to attend the Midlothian & East Lothian Business Expo on September 28 (10am - 4pm) at Eskmills Venue in Musselburgh.
Entry is free and the event provides...
Bookings open for Business Expo
You can now book your stand at the Midlothian and East Lothian Business Expo 2023 which is scheduled for Thursday, September 28 (9.00 to 17.00).
Around 200 attendees are expected from across the region with...
Tourism promotion in special networking event
Tourism in Midlothian and East Lothian is centre stage at a special networking event at Queen Margaret University on Wednesday, May 17 (14.00 to 16.00).
Karen Ritchie, CEO of Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of...
Masterclass on sales and marketing
The Midlothian & East Lothian Chamber of Commerce Business Masterclass series offers practical, expert-led, half-day workshops on sales and marketing.
Delegates will learn about key attributes to support success in sales, brand identity, successful social...
Wind hub explained at business breakfast
The Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber Business Breakfast is on December 1 between 8.30am and 10.30am at The Goblin ‘Ha in Gifford and local businesses are invited to attend the complimentary event.
They will receive...
Finalists confirmed for chamber awards
Midlothian & East Lothian Chamber of Commerce have a final shortlist for the Chamber Business Awards 2022 and there are finalists for ten different categories.The winners will announced at the Brunton, Musselburgh (picture courtesy...
NetWalking steps back into Chamber programme
NetWalking returns to the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber's programme on Wednesday, 18 August from 13:45 to 16:00. It combines networking with an outdoor walk to boost well-being and increase contacts.
Attendees will meet at the Edinburgh Technopole car park and they will...
Minister meets local businesses via Zoom
Jamie Hepburn MSP takes part in a virtual roundtable event hosted by Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce on March 23 from 11am to 11.45am.Hepburn, Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills,...
Lothians Chamber hosts two December events
Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber have two events timetabled for December. They host a coffee and chat on December 9 (10am-11am) via Zoom when guests can speak to Chamber team and fellow members. Then, the...
Food and drinks awards going virtual
The Midlothian and East Lothian food and drink awards are going virtual on Thursday, November 26 from 9.30am to 11am via Zoom. Local food and drink companies are now eagerly awaiting the results as...
Three meetings on Zoom for Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber
Three virtual events are being hosted by Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce this month.A chamber coffee and chat is on November 5 from 10am to 11am via Zoom when guests can talk to...
Business – virtual coffee morning to share information during COVID-19
Businessmen and women are invited to a virtual coffee and chat via Zoom on Thursday, October 8 at 10am by Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce (MELCC).There you can tell attendees how your...
Business Unusual after COVID-19 lockdown
The next breakfast webinar to be hosted by Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce is entitled Business Unusual.It is a highly topical subject as businesses reopen after the COVID-19 crisis and adapt to...
Print and intellectual property advice
Two snippits of business news from the latest briefing by Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce.
Google are retiring their cloud-based printing solution – Google Cloud Print as of December 31 this year.
Currently, it...
Food awards postponed
Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber have postponed the Midlothian and East Lothian Food and Drink Awards dinner previously scheduled for March 26 until Thursday, June 4 (4.30pm to 9.30pm) at Eskmills, Musselburgh.
A total of...
Food awards deadline is getting closer
The deadline is fast approaching for the Midlothian and East Lothian Food and Drink Awards.
They recognise the success of the region’s food and drink industry and the awards are open to food and drink...
Speed networking returns for Chamber members
Join fellow Chamber members on January 30 at the first Speed Networking Breakfast of 2020.
Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber claim you will make more business contacts in less time with this fun and energetic...
Food awards now open for entry
The 2020 Midlothian and East Lothian Food and Drink Awards are now open for entries and they offer a showcase to the great from East Lothian and Midlothian's food and drink industry.
These include local...
Government Minister to speak at Chamber AGM
Midlothian & East Lothian Chamber of Commerce host their annual general meeting on Wednesday, 18 September (3pm) at Pentland Science Park, Bush Loan, Penicuik EH26 0PZ.
Members will also hear from James Hepburn MSP, Minister...