Chamber News
Moray Growth Festival - Event bookings now LIVE!
12 March 2025 • Sarah Medcraf


Unlock the Power of AI for Your Business
Join us for an engaging and practical session designed for business owners who want to cut through the hype and see how AI can make a real difference, without the complexity. Rene Looper of Tuminds Social Media will share his experiences with tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini and how it transformed his business.

No tech jargon. No overwhelming theories. Just real-world examples and actionable insights and tips to help you start using AI effectively in your business today. Spaces are limited. Breakfast is included. We are delighted to be partnering with Business Gateway Moray on this event and this partnership enables us to be able to offer this event free of charge - open to ALL businesses.

#TogetherWeGrow
Join us in the Cairngorms National Park at The Cairn distillery where we will bring together members from both Moray and Cairngorms Chambers to grow your network and encourage collaboration. We’re delighted to partner with the Cairngorms Business Partnership and The Cairn to offer members a tour of the beautifully modern distillery and a networking lunch.

Members will enjoy Scottish tapas - a selection of meats, cheese and fish served with sourdough and oatcakes on sharing platters and there will be ample opportunity to catch up with old contacts and meet new ones.
Spaces are extremely limited for this event, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Maximise YOUR Membership
To help you make the most of your membership, we're hosting a ‘Maximise Your Membership’ event to help inform you about key information.

We want to ensure that your organisation and employees are fully briefed on the benefits of your Chamber membership and how being part of the Chamber can drive growth for your business.


Navigating Growth: Legal & Financial Insights for Business Expansion
Expanding your business comes with exciting opportunities—but also complex financial and legal considerations.
Join us with Johnston Carmichael Chartered Accountants and Davidson Chalmers Stewart LLP for an in-depth session designed to help businesses scale with confidence. Our expert speakers will guide you through key aspects of business growth, from defining your long-term goals and building a strong leadership team to structuring finances, managing risk and ensuring legal compliance. Discover the best approaches to expansion—whether through organic growth, partnerships, or acquisitions—while gaining practical insights into incorporation, commercial property decisions, tax strategy and avoiding common legal pitfalls.

This session is ideal for business owners, decision-makers, and entrepreneurs looking to future-proof their operations and take their business to the next level. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and network with industry professionals. Open to all businesses, breakfast included.
We are delighted to be partnering with Johnston Carmichael Chartered Accountants and Davidson Chalmers Stewart LLP on this event and this partnership enables us to be able to offer this event free of charge.

Elevate Your Marketing Game
In today’s fast-paced digital world, marketing your business effectively is key to standing out. Join us for an engaging session featuring industry experts who will share practical tips on boosting your brand’s visibility and credibility.

Discover how to maximise your Google Business Page and reviews with Dave Marshall (Trustist), how to engage with your audience with Jen McEwan (The Humble Burger), learn how to film high-quality content on your smartphone with Kate Hooper (Strategy Story) and how to tell your story to the media with Eleanor Bradford (SPEY part of Muckle Media). Whether you’re looking to enhance your online presence, improve customer engagement, or create compelling content, this session will equip you with the tools to make an impact.
Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your marketing strategy and tell your story with confidence.
Open to all and includes a buffet lunch.

The Conversation
"The Conversation," an exclusive evening dedicated to encouraging discussion and collaboration amongst businesses.
In this intimate setting, this event offers a unique opportunity for leaders to come together and engage in meaningful discussions surrounding leadership, business strategies, and how we can work together to enhance our community.

During the evening, attendees will enjoy an excellent three-course meal on the beautiful Moray Coast, which will provide a great informal setting for meeting new connections.
This members-only event promises to inspire, inform, and empower you.


Leading Moray Forward: Breakfast with Karen Greaves BEM
Join us for an exclusive members-only breakfast roundtable featuring Karen Greaves BEM, the newly appointed CEO of Moray Council.
This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with Karen, discuss key priorities for Moray’s growth, and share insights on the challenges and opportunities facing local businesses.

Spaces are limited, so book early to be part of this important conversation.

How can Moray Pathways Local Employability Partnership support your business
We’re delighted to bring this lunch to you with our Moray Growth Festival sponsors, Moray Pathways.
The presentations will be delivered by Amy Cruickshank, Employability Team Manager, Moray Council Employability Team and Jacqui Taylor, Head of Marketing and External Relations, UHI Moray,

This lunch and learn will provide information on a number of the services to support local business growth including:
- Grant Funding opportunities
- Vocational Training opportunities, work placement opportunities and wider employer engagement
- Networking Opportunities
Buffet lunch will be served on arrival ahead of the presentations and will be followed by an interactive workshop to allow attendees to discuss and ask questions.

Informal Drinks & Discuss
Rounding off Moray Growth Festival with Informal Drinks & Discuss. The Chamber Team will be at Pinz, from 4PM - 6PM to talk about YOUR company in OUR company.

Are you looking to connect, collaborate, or simply share ideas, this is the perfect opportunity to engage with fellow business leaders in a relaxed setting. No formalities—just great discussions and even better company. See you there!

Looking to book multiple events? No problem! Send us an email, and we can invoice you accordingly.
(Please note payment must be made within 7 days)
