HIE Food & Drink Strategy Forum - 21 June 2012

HIE has organised a Food & Drink Strategy Forum to be held at Cowan House, Inverness on 21 June 2012.

"Organised as part of the Smart Exporter programme, this free to attend forum is designed to highlight the importance of developing an international strategy and raise awareness of the support available to companies, giving them the best chance of achieving their international ambitions. 

Benefits to companies attending this forum: 

• Understanding the importance of preparation and planning before embarking on international growth 
• Sharing experiences, concerns, challenges and opportunities with like-minded business leaders from the food and drink sector 
• Learning about the support available through Smart Exporter...."

For more information: Link

Business Gateway Music - Dead Man's Waltz

Here's a catchy little number from Dead Man's Waltz. The video features a Heinkel 111  - which is probably a first.

Emmeline - The Dead Man's Waltz from William Johnstone on Vimeo.

For more info, visit the DMW website: Link

European Information Clinic, Golspie, 27 June 2012

Are there European opportunities for your business? Let us help you find out! 

European Information Clinic- 27th June 2012 

The Links, Golspie Business Park, GOLSPIE, KW10 6UB 

The Enterprise Europe Network is a local support service enabling highland businesses to network on a European level. We operate in over 51 countries, with 600 partners and around 4000 colleagues. This enables us to access European suppliers, customers, contacts & information in Europe from a local perspective. Support includes: 

European business information 

 • Is there a market for your product in a particular country or region? 

• Who are your competitors? 

 • What legislation applies? 

Help to find commercial partners - agents, distributors and suppliers 

Information on public sector contracts - where to find contracts, guidance on bidding for contracts 

Signposting to sources of funding 

– providing information on European funding & other sources of funding 

Innovation and technology 

- If you need know-how or equipment to take an idea, product or process to the next stage, improve efficiency or reduce environmental impact, we can help you seek a solution in Europe, or someone willing to help you develop one. 

How do I register? 

1. Register your details in the event section of our website - www.enterprise-europe-scotland.com 

2. Email us a little bit about your business: enterprise.europe@highland-opportunity.com 

3. We will contact you to offer a suitable time slot!

Job Vacancies with Business Gateway (Part 2)

Business Gateway Regional Development Officer (Moray) 

Permanent position Location - Elgin 

"We are seeking an experienced business adviser to join the team in our successful Moray Business Gateway office in Elgin. The successful candidate will work with business start-up clients and existing businesses to help them develop their potential,. 

Applicants should have proven experience in a business advice role, knowledge of the local economy and business sectors. A good understanding of the pressures facing business and the success factors for growth is essential. A business advice qualification and experience in delivering training is an advantage. Strong interpersonal skills are vital.."

For more information, follow this link

Job Vacancies with Business Gateway (Part 1)

Business Gateway Information Officer (Graduate Opportunity)

12 month Fixed Contract

"Highland Opportunity Ltd is the Enterprise Trust for the Highlands providing a range of business support and economic growth services. We are contracted by the local authorities to deliver the Business Gateway service in Highland and Moray and currently have an exciting opportunity to offer a graduate with the right aptitude, energy and enthusiasm.

You will be based in the busy Business Gateway Office in Inverness and respond to business client enquiries as well as managing information on behalf of the Highland and Moray Business Gateway team.

You will have excellent communication and IT skills, strong research and organisation skills and possess a degree in a business, economics or a related discipline."

For more info, follow this link

Job Vacancy with Highland Opportunity

Highland Opportunity is looking for a Business Services Officer, as Maternity Cover, based in our Castle Street office in Inverness,

For more info, follow this link: