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Enterprise Scotland 2010
What is the future for Scottish business?
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Tuesday 9th February 2010
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh
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Conference chair:Keynote speakers:- Jim Mather MSP, Minister for Energy, Enterprise and Tourism, The Scottish Government
- Lena Wilson, Chief Executive, Scottish Enterprise
- Ian Ritchie CBE, leading Scottish entrepreneur and Chairman of iomart plc, Computer Application Services Ltd, Scapa Technologies Ltd, the Interactive Design Institute and Caspian Learning Ltd
- Graeme Blackett, Trustee, Reform Scotland and Director, Biggar Economics
- Prof. William Stevely, Board Member, Skills Development Scotland
Also presenting:- Prof. Bernard King CBE, Principal and Vice-Chancellor, University of Abertay Dundee
- David Valentine, Head of Economic Development and Environmental & Consumer Protection, Angus Council
- Heather Sim, Chief Executive, Space Unlimited
- Robert Gibson, Managing Partner, Financial Solutions Centre - Edinburgh, Clydesdale Bank
- David Coyne, Executive Director, Glasgow Works
"At a time when many businesses and families are facing the challenges brought by the recession, it is imperative for government to respond effectively and decisively to support them… that will mean protecting spending on frontline public services… [and] ongoing investment in our economic recovery plan, including support for skills development and for hard pressed businesses.” John Swinney MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Sustainable Growth, The Scottish Government
With nearly 300,000 private sector enterprises in Scotland, employing over 2 million people and generating billions in revenue, supporting Scotland’s private sector is an integral part of ensuring economic recovery across Scotland.
Hearing directly from the Scottish Government, leading businesses and sector representatives, this conference will focus on how Government can continue to provide support for businesses and how we can develop partnerships to stimulate recovery and future growth. Speakers will discuss the impact of actions already undertaken, the progress achieved and how lessons can be learnt for the future.
Featuring extended networking opportunities and interactive discussions, the conference will focus on giving delegates practical examples of good practice in utilising innovation, efficiency and effectiveness to improve their bottom line, getting the most from their staff and successful business planning through the recession and beyond.
Throughout the day, delegates will also have the opportunity to discuss how we can continue to encourage the development of an entrepreneurial culture across Scotland, how we can support the creation of new businesses and the impact of the recession on this vital growth area.
Key Issues:
- Supporting businesses, particularly SMEs, through the recession and beyond
- The Scottish Government’s Innovation Framework and the implications for businesses
- Retaining and attracting talent for Scottish businesses
- Supporting young entrepreneurs and encouraging an entrepreneurial culture in Scotland
- What businesses can do to cut costs and maximise finance effectively
- Coping with an aging workforce and utilising the skills of the older generation to develop your business
If you have any questions or would like more information, please email us or call us on 0131 272 2133. |
Conference development by: Sarah Woodward
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