Following refreshments on arrival, there will be a brief update on the network then an exciting mix of industry and academic presentations from current SFN members. This will be followed by an optional distillery tour and tasting event at Holyrood Distillery.

You are invited to a meeting with Kirsty McNeil, MP for Midlothian on 4th April 2025 at 1pm in Midlothian. This is an informal meeting to discuss any concerns, issues or ask questions which might be relevant or affecting your business.

THIS IS A MEMBER ONLY EVENT

PLACES WILL BE ON A FIRST-COME-FIRST-SERVED BASIS

The Lothians Women in Business Luncheon aims to bring ambitious women together to network, learn and grow. The Lothian Women in Business network is about building a strong supportive network for women in business through connection, opportunity, and community.

Emily McGowan of McGowan Marketing will discuss How to gain PR for your business. Gaining PR for your business isn’t only for big corporations—it’s a powerful tool for small and micro businesses too.

The Awards celebrate the very best in Midlothian and East Lothian, and recognise the achievements of those who have demonstrated excellence in their field. Join finalists and local business and applaud the winners which will be announced on the night.

Our next Business Forum will be led by Wobble Genomics, talking to us about the company’s ground breaking research in full-length RNA, from whole blood to provide more accurate information on the status of disease in cancer patients, and how this information can be used to detect disease and find better therapies.

Be among the first to dive into the latest Thought Leadership Report in collaboration with Roslin Institute ‘Livestock and Aquaculture Innovation: Harnessing Genetic Tools For A Sustainable Future’, where they unlock the potential of genetic improvement technologies.

Scotland’s Life Sciences Annual Awards Dinner is the key event in the Scottish life sciences calendar. Now in its 25th year, it honours the top contributors in Scotland’s dynamic life sciences industry, recognising the individuals and organisations that have made significant impacts over the past year.

The CGF-BBIA BioInvest Clinic is a 7-hour 30-minute interactive session, bringing together pioneering entrepreneurs and expert investors. Hosted by Barclays Eagle Labs, this event provides an opportunity for start-ups to pitch directly to the CGF investment team, receive immediate feedback, and engage in valuable networking with fellow innovators.

Join us for a Mental Fitness workout and help ease your business - and personal stress - in our final Business Forum of 2024, hosted at Edinburgh Technopole with guest speaker Kate Flory, Certified Confidence and Mental Fitness Coach.

SCI’s ‘Livestock horizons beyond food production’ event caters to a broad audience interested in sustainability, agriculture, and innovation. Farmers and agricultural practitioners seeking sustainable livestock management techniques will find practical solutions.

Learn more about the new  Agri-Tech Hub for Data-Driven Innovation (DDI), part of the Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Deal, and showcasing additional office and meeting space that recently opened on the ground floor of the Charnock Bradley Building which support this.

Meet and connect with other local businesses, discover the free support available from your local Business Gateway Midlothian advisers and enjoy a cuppa while you hear from fantastic expert speakers.

A forum for industry, vets and academic researchers to investigate the problems facing the aquaculture industry and presenting solutions through a series of talks and discussions from some of the world’s leading researchers in fish health.

Join Biomass Connect with Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) and SAC Consulting for an opportunity to learn about growing biomass crops. The event will focus on showcasing a range of biomass crops and discussions on the agronomy, economics, and environmental impacts of different biomass crops, and how biomass crops can be integrated into existing land management systems for maximum benefit.

The College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine welcomes you to an inaugural lecture showcase on the Easter Bush campus. Join three professors as they explore their work into the intersections of human health and animal welfare.

DYW Edinburgh, Midlothian and East Lothian’s DYW Roadshow will bring together employers, universities, colleges, and training providers with young people in our region - helping them to find their next steps. The free event will feature a range of organisations from key sectors across the region, many of whom will have live vacancies on the day.

Learn more about the new  Agri-Tech Hub for Data-Driven Innovation (DDI), part of the Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Deal, and showcasing additional office and meeting space that recently opened on the ground floor of the Charnock Bradley Building which support this.

Data and artificial intelligence has played an increasingly prominent role in elections in recent years. 2024 is packed with democratic elections, in countries including the UK, United States and India, but what impact will data and AI have - both positive and negative?

Scotland’s first Industry Leadership (ILG) Symposium includes a combination of presentations and ILG videos that will provide the audience with insights into the priorities and focus for Scotland’s 15 key business sectors.

Meet and connect with other local businesses, discover the free support available from your local Business Gateway Midlothian advisers and enjoy a cuppa while you hear from fantastic expert speakers.

Midlothian Science Zone (MSZ) Business Forum is hosted several times a year to encourage engagement and collaboration between organisations 'in the zone'. We aim to bring together a wide range of businesses to identify shared support needs, collaborative opportunities and share knowledge across the region; signposting to research, expertise and business services.