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SUMMARY:DYW Ayrshire Skills Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Conference will be taking place on Tuesday 3rd October\, 9am to 12:30pm\, at the Ayrshire College Campus in Kilmarnock. \nThe event\, which is free to attend\, will give local employers the opportunity to hear about the support available to upskill their current and future workforce whilst also giving a platform to allow them to speak about the challenges in recruiting in their sector and help to identify any gaps that the partnerships can address. \nIt will focus on three sectors; Build Environment\, Engineering and the Visitor Economy. \nFind out more and register here.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/dyw-ayrshire-skills-conference/
LOCATION:Ayrshire College\, Hill Street\, Kilmarnock\, KA1 3HY
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Walk for wellbeing\, Glasgow
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the 2023 Walk for Wellbeing which invites the tourism and hospitality industry to put on their walking shoes and join Hospitality Action to take strides towards promoting better wellbeing for all whilst raising funds to support its vital walk. \nThe wellbeing of the people of hospitality demands our collective attention. Currently over half of those contacting Hospitality Action for support directly reference mental health issues. The overwhelming majority are also struggling with household debts\, with many facing the threat of court action or eviction. Nearly half are working in front-facing roles\, including bar staff\, waiting teams and baristas. \nSince the start of 2020\, Hospitality Action have helped more people than ever\, answering 26\,809 helpline calls and delivering 6\,753 face-to-face and over-the-phone counselling sessions. But there is still so much more to do. \nSTA Patrons\, DAM\, will again host the 20km walk in Glasgow on Sunday 8th October 2023 – a fun\, flexible event in Strathclyde Park. \nCan’t make the day? Between Saturday 30th September and Sunday 15th  October\, encompassing World Mental Health Day on Tuesday 10 October\, you can Walk It Your Way – Your Location. Find out more here. \nFind out more and register here.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/walk-for-wellbeing-glasgow/
LOCATION:Strathclyde Park\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Zero Waste Scotland: Reduce food waste\, increase profits
DESCRIPTION:Are you a hospitality business that’s keen to cut food waste\, but unsure where to start?   \nThe scale of food waste is staggering. The equivalent of one in every six meals served by settings in Scotland is thrown away\, costing the Scottish hospitality industry a whopping £10\,000 per venue per year.   \nJoin Zero Waster Scotland on Tuesday 10 October to hear from Gerry Boyle\, Hospitality Partner at Zero Waste Scotland\, who will outline a newly launched four-week challenge to help you measure your current food waste\, and develop an action plan to make reductions and grow profits.  \nDuring the webinar we will cover:\nThe impact of food waste on the food service sector and the environment\nFinancial benefits of food waste reduction\nTools and interventions to reduce waste\nAdditional support available from Zero Waste Scotland\nTackling food waste is one of the easiest things we can all do for the environment…when we know how.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/zero-waste-scotland-reduce-food-waste-increase-profits/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Brexit and the Challenges Facing Scotland's Hospitality & Culture Sectors
DESCRIPTION:Brexit and the challenges facing Scotland’s hospitality and cultural sectors – workshop and reception. \nA chance the hospitality\, tourism\, culture and the creative industries to send clear messages to politicians about what reforms are needed to Brexit . \nSaturday 21st October at Strathclyde University Business School\, 199 Cathedral St\, Glasgow \nDoors: 10.30am – ends 2pm. \nThe distinguished journalist and broadcaster\, Alf Young\, will chair this very important event. \nSpeakers include: \n\nKatrina Brown\, a director of The Common Guild\, the Glasgow-based visual arts organisation\,\nClaire Moran\, senior producer at the international audio arts company\, Cryptic\,\nBaillie Annette Christie\, Chair Glasgow Life and City Convener for Culture\,\nLeon Thompson\, Executive Director\, Scotland\, Hospitality UK\nMarc Crothall \, Chief Executive\, Scottish Tourism Alliance.\nEmma Congreve is a Senior Knowledge Exchange Fellow and Deputy Director at the Fraser of Allander Institute at the University of Strathclyde\n\nA panel discussion with audience Q&As will follow individual contributions. \nEntry is free and by ticket only. Numbers are strictly limited\, so please book early. \nHospitality and culture are cornerstones of the Scottish economy. Leaving the EU has made life more complex\, expensive and challenging for businesses\, cultural organisations and individuals. \nIf you run a business or work in hospitality\, music\, theatre\, sports management\, tourism\, events\, exhibitions\, conferences and allied fields this workshop is for you. \nJoin leading figures from the hospitality\, culture and tourism sectors in discussing what needs to be done and how to persuade the political decision makers that reform of the agreement between the UK and EU is urgent. \nOur aim is to provide a platform for these sectors to say what they want from governments (particularly the UK government) in areas like EU work permits\, employing EU citizens\, traveller bureaucracy and so on. With a general election imminent and growing appreciation that the UK needs to reset relations with the EU\, EMiS wants to contribute to creating greater public awareness of the issues facing the Scottish tourism\, hospitality and culture sectors. The aim is to influence policy makers in London\, Brussels and Edinburgh. \nThe purpose of the event is not “Brexit bashing”: but a grown-up analysis and debate around the issues any new government must address to help keep these sectors healthy\, profitable and globally competitive. \nThis event is promoted by Glasgow Loves EU and the European Movement in Scotland. \nEntry is free and by ticket only. Numbers are strictly limited\, so please book early.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/brexit-and-the-challenges-facing-scotlands-hospitality-culture-sectors/
LOCATION:Strathclyde University Business School
CATEGORIES:Industry Events
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SUMMARY:Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards
DESCRIPTION:The 18th Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards will take on Friday 27 October 2023 at the Kingsmills Hotel in Inverness. \nThe Awards showcase and celebrate excellence and achievements in the food and drink industry in the region – from world-renowned businesses to small innovative producers. \nIf you’re considering entering your business in this year’s Highlands & Islands Food & Drink Awards\, but aren’t sure if it’s worth your time and effort\, here are just some of the reasons why we think you shouldn’t put it off any longer: \n-It costs nothing\n-The online entry process is clear and simple\n-There is a wealth of interesting categories to suit all businesses big and small\n-You can enter as many categories as you feel are relevant\, therefore increasing your chances with minimum extra effort
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/highlands-islands-food-drink-awards/
LOCATION:The Kingsmills Hotel\, Inverness\, Culcabock Rd\, Inverness\, IV2 3LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Awards
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SUMMARY:STA AGM & Autumn Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) AGM & Autumn Conference will bring together leading voices and experts from a broad range of sectors for a day packed with speaker presentations\, panel sessions and plenty of opportunities to catch up with colleagues and create new connections. \nOur carefully curated programme has been designed to support and empower the tourism and hospitality industry\, and all those connected to it\, to thrive in the present but also well into the future\, as we collectively work to deliver on Scotland’s vision to be a leader in 21st century tourism. \nWhether you’re a business owner or manager\, supplier or aspiring leader\, this is an unmissable event\, with attendees given access to the latest insights\, trends and forecasts for travel and hospitality\, the economy\, and policy as well as an update on Scotland Outlook 2030\, Scotland’s National Tourism Strategy. They will also benefit from invaluable advice and actionable learnings both for tackling challenges and capitalising opportunities that they may be facing in the industry now and in the future. \n**Speakers already confirmed** include leading communications practitioner\, Cathy MacDonald\, Digital Marketing and Technology evangelist Stephen Whitelaw\, and Minister for Small Business\, Innovation\, Tourism and Trade\, Richard Lochhead MSP. \nThis year’s event will also feature an exhibitor hall\, with the chance to meet with suppliers and supporters of the industry. For more information on becoming an exhibitor\, please email events@stalliance.co.uk. \nMembers of the Scottish Tourism Alliance are invited to join our annual AGM\, which takes place at the EICC prior to the conference. For members who only wish to attend the AGM\, please register for an AGM ticket. Please note: the AGM is for STA members only and the AGM ticket does not grant access to the main conference. \nPROGRAMME OUTLINE \nMore information coming soon. Please note\, timings are subject to change. \n\n09:15 –10:30hrs: Registration and exhibitor hall opens\n10:00 – 10:30hrs: Scottish Tourism Alliance AGM (STA members only). Non-Members are welcome to network and visit the exhibitor hall during this time.\n10:40 – 12:45hrs: Session 1\n12:45 – 14:15hrs: Lunch\, networking and exhibitor hall\n14:15 – 16:30hrs: Session 2\n16:30 – 17:00hrs: Networking and exhibitor hall\n\nSPONSORSHIP \nA select number of sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information\, please contact events@stalliance.co.uk. \nEXHIBITORS \nFor more information on becoming an exhibitor\, please email events@stalliance.co.uk.
URL:https://scottishtourismalliance.co.uk/event/sta-agm-autumn-conference/
LOCATION:EICC\, The Exchange\, 150 Morrison St\,\, Edinburgh EH3 8EE\, EH3 8EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:STA Events
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