Carrie MacWilliam

NFU Mutual: Last year’s winner, Matt Farmer, with his trophy after winning the Inspirational Young Person Award 2024.

Search Is On For Scotland’s Young Food And Drink Stars As Industry Award Returns   

Scotland’s budding food and drink stars are being encouraged to enter NFU Mutual’s ‘Inspirational Young Person Award’ – with nominations now open.  The award, launched by the commercial insurer in partnership with industry leadership body Scotland Food & Drink, is now entering its seventh year and aims to uncover and reward talented 16 to 26-year-olds […]

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Staff at Dundreggan tree nursery © Ashley Coombes

Trees for Life Announced as Charity Partner for Highland Business Week 2025

Inverness Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce Trees for Life as the official charity partner for Highland Business Week 2025 – marking the first time the event has partnered with a charity. As part of the partnership, Trees for Life will be showcased at all Highland Business Week programme events, taking place from Monday

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Get Ready to Network, Learn and Celebrate – Be Part of Highland Business Week 2025

The most anticipated week in the Highland business calendar is returning this September – and it’s one you won’t want to miss. Delivered by Inverness Chamber of Commerce, Highland Business Week 2025 will take place from Monday 22 to Friday 26 September, offering a dynamic programme of events that bring the region’s business community together

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Chamber CEO Presents to Royal Bank of Scotland’s Scotland Board During Inverness Visit

Inverness Chamber of Commerce was delighted to take part in Royal Bank of Scotland’s ‘Scotland Board on the Road’ visit to the Highlands this week. Chamber Chief Executive Colin Marr had the opportunity to present directly to the Scotland Board, offering a comprehensive overview of the region’s economic landscape, business environment, and future opportunities. During

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Business Breakfast with HIAL Highlights Opportunities for Growth and Connectivity

Inverness Chamber of Commerce members enjoyed an insightful Business Breakfast this week with guest speakers Paul Kelsall, Chief Executive of Highlands and Islands Airports Ltd (HIAL), and Graeme Bell, General Manager of Inverness Airport. Held at the Kingsmills Hotel, the event attracted over 50 delegates and offered a unique opportunity to hear directly from the

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DRIFT Offshore Strikes Subsea Training Partnership with UHI North, West and Hebrides

Subsea resourcing and training specialist DRIFT Offshore, which provides people and expert support services for projects internationally, has entered into a new partnership agreement with UHI North, West and Hebrides, to help tackle the global skills shortage in the subsea industry. DRIFT Offshore has established formal links with the UHI partner to develop and deliver

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Sneckie Soccer Success Story Reaches Out To Chamber of Commerce Members

Scott Dowling (Joint-Managing Director of Cairngorm Group) is a member of the Sneckie Soccer Fives Team and is calling on Chamber members to support the incredible efforts of a group of footballing mates who’ve raised £123,000 for CHAS (Children’s Hospices around Scotland) – all funds raised go towards helping Highland families. Donations can be made

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Tackling Scotland’s Rural Housing Crisis: Affordable and Net Zero Homes for the Highlands.  

Two of MAKAR’s pioneering and affordable timber-rich homes have been commissioned by the Lismore Community Trust, who have welcomed this innovative approach to sustainable housing for the island. These semi-detached homes are highly energy efficient, built from natural locally sourced materials, and will avoid the use of toxic chemicals. Constructed off-site with a unique natural panel

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Inward Investment Support Boosted by £100,000 for Business – Academic Collaborations  

Another round of funding of £100,000 has been announced by the Scottish Government and innovation support organisation Interface to encourage businesses outwith Scotland to collaborate/partner with academics, bringing in knowledge, skills and potential jobs. The Scottish Inward Investment Fund awards up to £10,000 for projects focussed on one of nine key investment areas including net

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