Scottish Borders Chamber of Commerce

📌Final chance to book on to Wednesdays session📌 Ready to unlock your full potential and elevate your career? Join us for the upcoming Unlocking Growth workshops designed to equip you with practical tools for both personal and professional growth! Unlocking Growth Workshop 2: Cultivating a Growth Mindset Wednesday, 26 March, 9:30 - 13:00 • The Great Tapestry of Scotland Join us for an empowering workshop in collaboration with moon developments & Scottish Borders Chamber of Commerce. Learn to embrace a growth mindset, break through barriers, and create a positive, inclusive environment! Workshop highlights: - Growth mindset vs fixed mindset - Overcoming unconscious biases - Tools for confident decision-making and collaboration Book your tickets here: https://bit.ly/41Zm42N

🚀 Looking back at the Scottish Borders Business Expo 2025! This was a day of learning, networking, and empowering local businesses to embrace AI and tech for growth. From expert speakers to hands-on workshops, attendees walked away with the confidence to implement AI in their own businesses. Read full article about the event here: https://bit.ly/3DwaKD8 🎥 Video by Phil Wilkinson

Ready to unlock your full potential and elevate your career? Join us for the upcoming Unlocking Growth workshops designed to equip you with practical tools for both personal and professional growth! 🔑 Unlocking Growth Workshop 2: Cultivating a Growth Mindset Wednesday, 26 March, 9:30 - 13:00 📍 The Great Tapestry of Scotland Join us for an empowering workshop in collaboration with moon developments & Scottish Borders Chamber of Commerce. Learn to embrace a growth mindset, break through barriers, and create a positive, inclusive environment! Workshop highlights: - Growth mindset vs fixed mindset - Overcoming unconscious biases - Tools for confident decision-making and collaboration 🎟️ Book your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4iB3gO8 🔑 Unlocking Growth Workshop 3: Communicating with Impact Wednesday, 30 April, 9:30 - 13:00 📍 The Great Tapestry of Scotland Ready to master impactful communication? Join us for Workshop 3 in the Building Skills for Success series and discover how to strengthen your listening skills, influence with confidence, and build meaningful connections! Workshop highlights: - Create psychological safety to foster open, honest conversations - Strengthen your listening skills and learn the art of powerful questions - Influence others effectively using push/pull strategies 🎟️ Book your tickets here: https://bit.ly/41XX0ZT 🔑 Unlocking Growth Workshop 4: Creating a Culture of Innovation & Accountability Wednesday, 28 May, 9:30 - 13:00 📍 The Great Tapestry of Scotland Want to unlock a culture of innovation and accountability? Join us for Workshop 4 and learn how to create an environment where growth, creativity, and responsibility thrive! Workshop highlights: - Explore how culture impacts individual and team motivation for success - Learn how to assess and adapt your personal or organisational culture to align with your goals - Master the ladder of accountability to think, act, and respond with purpose and clarity 🎟️ Book your tickets here: https://bit.ly/41H8oJQ #UnlockingGrowth #SkillsForSuccess #GrowthMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #ScottishBorders #ProfessionalGrowth #Networking

📌Final tickets 📌 Get inspired, get informed and get networking at the SSDA Conference Learn from award-winning businesses, hear from inspiring speakers and network with fellow tourism businesses at the annual SSDA Conference on 19 March in Peebles. Let’s inspire potential visitors with lessons from Fáilte Ireland, Cruise Loch Lomond, and the Scottish Dark Sky Observatory Gain exclusive insight into developing the visitor experience with The Macallan, Ardross Farm Shop, and Go Tweed Valley Act responsibly for our destination with Green Business, Loch Ness Hub & Travel, SCOTO, Raw Charging and the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere Feel supported to succeed with VisitScotland, SOSE and Key Data And many others! For the full programme and to get your tickets, head to the SSDA website. https://lnkd.in/gek32peK SSDAlliance

Check Out the Latest Borders Chamber Events! ☕📈 The Scottish Borders Chamber of Commerce has a fantastic lineup of events coming up, designed to help you connect, collaborate, and grow your business. Whether you're looking to expand your network over a relaxed coffee or gain valuable insights through expert-led workshops, we’ve got something for you. 🔥 Upcoming Events: ☕ Coffee & Connections – A friendly, informal way to meet fellow business owners, share ideas, and build relationships. Join us for great conversations and even better coffee! 📅Coldstream - Laughing Ducks 18th March | 10am-12noon 🚀 Growth Workshop Series – Designed to help you scale, adapt, and succeed, this series will dive into key topics to support your business’s growth. Stay tuned for details! Don’t miss out—book your spot today and be part of the thriving Borders business community! #BordersChamber #Networking #BusinessGrowth #CoffeeAndConnections 🔔https://bit.ly/4itTs8t

Scotland’s leading business community has welcomed the Government’s move to axe the current Heat in Building Bill, claiming it would have had a drastic impact on homes and businesses. Doug Smith, Vice President of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said: “Despite lengthy policy publications, numerous consultations and engagement sessions we had faced a fundamentally flawed bill that demonstrated an incomplete understanding of the Scottish property market and failed to take into account the impact on business (or non-domestic) premises. “While many households will welcome this move, what is less well understood is that the draft bill covered more than just houses – it also captured every business property in Scotland: factories, offices, warehouses, shops, surgeries, cinemas, garages…the list goes on. “Had it been introduced in its draft form, investors, owners and occupiers (and even lenders) could have had great difficulty in delivering its requirements and in some cases would have potentially found it legally or physically impossible to do so. “The delay is disappointing from an environmental perspective and for the continuing lack of clarity for households and businesses. However, it is vital we get this important legislation right, and we applaud Gillian Martin, the acting net-zero secretary, for taking this action now.” The SCC have urged the Scottish government to ensure any new draft Bill reflects the distinctive nature of business property, as opposed to primarily residential, so that those who own and occupy them around Scotland are presented with a framework which is well-informed, implementable, and realistic. Mr Smith added: “The non-domestic property or business sectors did not want delay for its own sake. There is recognition across all parts of these sectors that reducing emissions from the built environment is an objective to be supported and delivered. “Our concerns have been raised on a number of occasions, including during the formal consultation process with Scottish Government. We hope the delay will provide the opportunity to get the structure and application of the final bill right for the domestic sector as well as for those who own or occupy non-domestic property. “As Scotland’s largest business organisation, we stand ready and willing to work with the Scottish Government to help shape the non-domestic elements of the proposed revised legislation so that they better reflect the characteristics of the non-domestic sector and in so doing, make it more likely that the ultimate objective of a reduction in emissions from this element of the built environment is secured.”

Railway Extension Study Back on Track 🚆 Exciting news for the Scottish Borders! The feasibility study for the Borders Railway extension has officially secured funding, bringing us one step closer to connecting Tweedbank to Carlisle. This project is set to transform local transport, create economic opportunities, and enhance sustainability across the region. With backing from both the Scottish and UK governments, this extension is poised to be a game-changer for businesses and communities alike. For the full article click here: https://bit.ly/4bMg3uH

📢 Gigabit Broadband Revolutionises the Scottish Borders The Scottish Borders are entering a new era of digital connectivity with the rollout of gigabit broadband. This advancement promises to transform our region, enhancing both business operations and daily life. The Scottish and UK Governments have launched Project Gigabit, a transformative initiative to bring ultra-fast gigabit broadband to remote areas. This high-speed rollout will specifically improve digital connectivity for homes and businesses in the Scottish Borders and East Lothian. 11,000 Homes to Benefit from Full-Fibre Broadband To begin with, the first phase of Project Gigabit in Scotland will install underground fibre-optic cables. This will connect over 11,000 rural homes and businesses. Notably, key villages from Cockburnspath to Dolphinton, and down to Morebattle and Yetholm, will benefit first. Moreover, Gigabit Broadband Rolls Out in Borders to ensure rural communities gain access to modern digital infrastructure. In a major boost for the Scottish Borders broadband network, GoFibre secured a £26 million contract to lead the project. This marks a significant milestone in Scotland’s digital expansion. For the full article click here: https://buff.ly/wthPNvZ #DigitalScotland #BroadbandForAll #MelroseSevens #ScottishBorders

🚨 SBCC Spotlight: Ukraine War Impacts Hawick Innovation 🚨 The latest episode of our SBCC Spotlight Series is here, and this time we’re shining a light on Marlin Industries—a Hawick-based company leading the way in sustainable innovation. When the war in Ukraine disrupted their plywood supply, Marlin didn’t just find an alternative—they transformed industry waste into a game-changing solution. ♻️ Their fully recyclable cable drums, made from waste fibre optic cable and ducting, are revolutionizing telecommunications while reducing environmental impact. A true testament to resilience and ingenuity in the Scottish Borders! 🎥 Watch the full video now to see how Marlin is proving that sustainability and business growth go hand in hand. https://bit.ly/3F8GuyF #SBCCSpotlight #SustainableInnovation #ScottishBordersBusiness #CircularEconomy

Elevate your professional journey with our upcoming series of events designed to inspire, connect, and empower. Whether you're looking to expand your network or develop a growth mindset, there's something for everyone: 🔥 1 SBCC Coffee & Connections 1 Tuesday, 11 March 2025, 10:00 – 12:00 Kick off your week with a warm cup of coffee and vibrant conversation. Network, share ideas, and collaborate with like-minded professionals in a welcoming setting. 🔥 2 SBCC Coffee & Connections 2 Tuesday, 18 March 2025, 10:00 – 12:00 Join us again for another relaxed morning of networking. Connect with professionals in a casual environment that fosters meaningful discussions and innovative ideas. 🔥 3 Unlocking Growth Workshop 2: Cultivating a Growth Mindset Wednesday, 26 March 2025, 09:30 – 13:00 It’s time to redefine your strategies for challenges! Learn to embrace a growth mindset, overcome barriers, and cultivate an environment that empowers better decision-making and collaboration. ⭐Don’t miss these opportunities to grow your network and your skills! 🎟️Book your spots today using the link below: Coffee & Connections 1: https://buff.ly/R9Uabhl Coffee & Connections 2: https://buff.ly/IUkTOXG Unlocking Growth Workshop 2: https://buff.ly/V42qKKv