Inverness Chamber of Commerce

Excellent opportunity for charities and social enterprises to learn from another local social enterprise, The Apprentice Store! Find out more below 👇 #InvernessChamber #ICmember #Microsoft

With over one billion members worldwide, LinkedIn™ is a powerhouse for building relationships, acquiring clients, and enhancing your brand - if you know how to use it effectively. This 60-minute virtual workshop, followed by a Q&A, will cover these 6 key areas: ☑️ Why LinkedIn is relevant to your business and the different strategies that work ☑️ The power of social selling and LinkedIn outreach to grow your business ☑️ What potential clients hate about being targeted through LinkedIn ☑️ How you and your business can become thought leaders to attract more opportunities ☑️ Why it’s crucial that you and your team have strong LinkedIn profiles and how to write one ☑️ The risks of not managing your team’s LinkedIn presence and how that can hurt your business 📆 Thursday 27 February ⏰12:30pm - 1:45pm Book your place through our website 👉 https://lnkd.in/eUgjdkfi #ICevents #InvernessChamber #ICsupporting #LinkedIn

Important new report from British Chambers of Commerce, outlining how cyber protection for SMEs can be strengthened 👇 It’s warning that businesses face increased cyber security risks without stronger engagement with government. Are you an SME and have a view? Share in the comments… #ICrepresenting #cybercrime #cybersecurity #InvernessChamber

🚨 A96 Dualling: Time for Action, Not More Delays 🚨 Inverness Chamber of Commerce and Moray Chamber of Commerce have jointly written to Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop, urging The Scottish Government to deliver a clear and ambitious timetable for the full dualling of the A96. Businesses across the A96 corridor are frustrated by ongoing delays that constrain economic growth, increase congestion, and jeopardise road safety. The A96 is a vital link between Inverness and Aberdeen, supporting trade, connectivity, and Scotland’s transition to renewable energy. Without a firm commitment to full dualling - including bypasses for Elgin and Keith - our region risks being left behind. 📢 We need your voice! Read more about our calls for action in... The Inverness Courier 👉 https://lnkd.in/ejbFiqhG Insider.co.uk 👉 https://lnkd.in/e276Z_q9 The Times online 👉 https://lnkd.in/eWwJDE8M Let us know your thoughts in the comments. #A96Dualling #TimeForAction #BusinessVoice #ICrepresenting #InvernessChamber #MorayChamber

📣🔬 Last Chance to Book Don't miss out on this exclusive look inside the Life Sciences Innovation Centre (LSIC), where cutting-edge research is shaping the future of healthcare and technology. This event will include a guided tour of the facilities with insights into ground-breaking projects including the use of nanotechnology to reduce hospital contamination and improve water quality. To round the evening off, a hot meal and drink will be provided to keep you fueled as you network. 📆 Tuesday 11 February ⏰ 5.30pm - 7.30pm 📍 Life Sciences Innovation Centre Don't miss out - bookings close on Wednesday! 👉 https://lnkd.in/ehYM37sz #ICevents #InvernessChamber #ICconnecting

This week in The Pulse… 🛫 Our CEO, Colin Marr, alongside business organisations across the UK, welcomes the news this week that the UK Government is supporting the construction of a third runway at Heathrow Airport, and what that will potentially mean for Highland businesses. 🌎 We announce Inverness Chamber's next in-person trade mission. Find out where, why it’s such a prime export market, and get in touch today for more information! 🙌 In Chamber events, we invite you to mark your calendars for an important opportunity to engage with the Highland Council’s leadership. And you only have a week left to book for an exclusive look inside the Life Sciences Innovation Centre (LSIC), where pioneering research is shaping the future of healthcare. 📢 DYW Inverness & Central Highland is inviting applications for its Advisory Board – lend your expertise and insights to help shape the future workforce. 🐝 In Members News, we get updates from New Start Highland, Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP, Eden Court, Wasps Studios, Mikeysline and Parklands Care Homes. ⭐ And in ‘Vacancy of the Week’, The Oxygen Works is offering you the opportunity to be part of an organisation that transforms lives every day, supporting a sprawling and inclusive community across the Highlands and beyond – find out more and share with anyone you think would be interested. 🌐 To read this weeks The Pulse visit – https://lnkd.in/esAzA7qy  📧 And to sign up to get it straight into your inbox visit - https://lnkd.in/eF_W8gJE? u=73f7593f9e9e3ba0735265b01&id=47639488a0 #ICconnecting #ICsupporting #InvernessChamber #ThePulse

Are you a business leader in retail, hospitality, tourism, and the green and energy sectors, or a parents who want to bring their perspective to the table? DYW Inverness & Central Highland is looking for new members to join its Advisory Board – a group that helps shape the opportunities available to young people and ensures they align with the needs of businesses in the Highlands. See the post below for more details and get in touch today 👇

👂 Listen to Shevaun Haviland talking to Nick Ferrari on LBC Radio this morning about how long-term #infrastructure projects can still have short-term impact. Then read our full response to yesterday's announcements by the Chancellor, the Rt Hon Rachel Reeves, on the Government's growth plans. 👇 https://lnkd.in/efzRCUc9 #Chambers #wherebusinessbelongs

“Wow, what amazing energy and buzz in the room for our first networking lunch of the year!” – Paula Nicol, Deputy Chief Executive and Head of Events at Inverness Chamber of Commerce. Today, we welcomed 60 business, charity, and social enterprise professionals to our popular Making Connections lunch at the Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa. It was fantastic to see familiar and new faces engaging in conversations, learning about each other’s organisations, and strengthening our local business community. Don’t miss our next networking opportunities! ➡️ Inside Stories: Behind the Scenes with the Life Sciences Innovation Centre – Gain exclusive insights into one of Inverness’s most exciting innovation hubs. ➡️ The Knowledge Hour: How to Grow Your Business Through LinkedIn – Discover expert strategies to boost your presence and connections online. Book your spot now via our website here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ea2CADeW Let’s keep the momentum going! Who did you connect with at today’s event? Share your highlights in the comments! #ICconnecting #InvernessChamber #networking #businessconnections

✨New Member Announcement✨ A warm welcome to new member Perfect Therapy Inverness! Iwona Zimna said "Joining this incredible community of over 300 businesses is an exciting step for us. I’m looking forward to connecting with fellow members, growing as a business, and contributing to this thriving community." Find out more about Perfect Therapy Inverness here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eZ334XKw #ICCMember #InvernessChamber #Welcome