Glasgow Chamber of Commerce

The Winter 2024 Issue of the Glasgow Business Magazine is OUT NOW 📰 Bursting with engaging articles about: 🏆 Glasgow Business Awards 2024 🔔 Glasgow's 850th anniversary plans 🔄 Circular Economy Leadership Programme 🏗️ New City Developments 📣 Latest updates from our Members and Partners And many more! Read now: https://bit.ly/4geQWln

Does your business have a power cut plan? Prepare for a power cut by carrying out a Business Resilience Assessment and understand your specific business needs. SP Energy Networks has created a practical guide to help your business prepare for winter Week 3: Welfare – review the following steps alongside your Business Resilience Assessment

Not one, but THREE new openings are coming soon to Princes Square! 🍴 Zibibbo – a stylish new restaurant and bar from the team behind Ralph & Finns, Vroni’s Wine Bar, and Malo. 🥃 The Whisky Shop – the UK’s largest specialist whisky retailer. ☕ Launch Coffee – a local charity serving up delicious baked goods and drinks. And that follows the announcement that & Other Stories is set to join Princes Square as well. Princes Square continues to grow as a vital go-to destination for shopping, dining, and more in Glasgow's city centre! https://bit.ly/499WBab

Already thinking about your business growth plans for 2025? Whether you need to lead your team through a period of change, identify new markets to provide business resilience or more clearly communicate your organisation’s sense of purpose, the Help to Grow: Management Course will provide the knowledge and support you need to lead your business with confidence and purpose. To be eligible, your business or social enterprise must be registered in the UK, must employ between 5-249 people, and must have operated for a minimum of one year. Charities are not eligible. Register for a fully funded place at UWS for January 2025: https://bit.ly/uws-htgm-10

Glasgow is a cultural powerhouse!! Such an inspiring Glasgow Talks yesterday, where Susan Deighan, CEO of Glasgow Life, treated the audience to an insightful overview of Glasgow’s rich cultural landscape and its significant contributions to the city’s economy and vibrancy. A key take away from the session - Tourism is everyone’s business! A special thank you to our other fabulous speakers, Allison Gardner from Glasgow Film and Cathal James McGettigan from The Address Glasgow, for their valuable insights. What a fantastic way to conclude our 2024 Glasgow Talks series – here’s to an even brighter 2025!

A new circular economy report from British Chambers of Commerce highlights the importance of innovation funding for SMEs to embed circular practices. Featuring Glasgow Chamber's pioneering initiatives; Circular Glasgow and Step Up To Net Zero, the report showcases real business benefits such as cost reductions and maximising waste value. Our Senior Director, Alison McRae FRSA says there is a huge opportunity to stimulate economic growth by creating the right enabling conditions for businesses - and especially our SMEs – to innovate, maximising the value of materials, both within businesses and supply chains through cross sector collaboration. This report is yet another shining example of how the British Chambers network is driving progress on sustainable solutions. Explore the full report here > https://bit.ly/4fPifmw

Today marks the launch of a new partnership between Glasgow’s public and private sectors, aimed at reimagining the city’s night-time economy. Spearheaded by michael grieve, owner of the iconic Sub Club, and backed by the City Centre Taskforce, this collaboration brings together industry leaders with a shared vision of fostering economic growth and enhancing Glasgow’s vibrant nightlife. https://lnkd.in/gj23c5XX

🎉💼 New Year, New Connections! 💼🎉 We've just uploaded a fantastic line-up of networking events to help you expand your network and uncover fresh opportunities in 2025. Whether you're looking to grow your professional circle or spark exciting collaborations, these events are the perfect way to set the tone for a successful year ahead. View our events calendar here > https://bit.ly/3JdboCX

Does your business have a power cut plan? Prepare for a power cut by carrying out a Business Resilience Assessment and understand your specific business needs. SP Energy Networks has created a practical guide to help your business prepare for winter Week 2: Security – review the following steps alongside your Business Resilience Assessment

Don't miss Circular Glasgow 's final Circular Mixer of the year with the wonderful Anna Campbell-Jones! Book your tickets here > https://lnkd.in/e7ahuHu4