Celtic Networking Dinner 2012

Tuesday 24th April 2012, from 7.30pm 

IoD Scotland invites you to attend our Celtic Dinner in our stunning Head Quarters in Pall Mall to celebrate all things Celtic prior to the Convention at the O2.

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Behind the scenes at Britain's fastest growing airport

Sponsored by Lufthansa

Aberdeen Airport is the fastest growing airport in the UK. The figures come from official CAA data and show better growth in the North-east of Scotland then at any other airport around the UK for last year. The announcement comes as the team unveil a major investment boost for 2012. This year alone, the airport plans to spend £4.25 million on capital projects, with £45 million earmarked in total through to 2021. Last year’s main project, the runway extension, is itself predicted to create a £20.3m GVA boost to the city and shire economy. At this event hear Managing Director Derek Provan discuss the main achievements and challenges for the airport, and for the wider aviation industry.

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Institute of Directors West of Scotland Networking Reception

Monday 27th February

IoD West of Scotland warmly invites members and non members to a networking reception to hear from IoD Scotland’s Executive Director, David Watt and Chairman, Ian McKay about Scotland’s referendum and related policy development.

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Scotland’s Future Economy - What are the Referendum Options and what do they mean to Scottish Businesses

with Reform Scotland

Wednesday 29th February 2012

IoD Scotland, in association with Reform Scotland, is hosting a major debate on the question of Scotland’s Economic Future. The event is being sponsored by Balmule House and Equilibrium Travel Management both based in Dunfermline, Fife.

The keynote speaker will be Ben Thomson, Chairman of Reform Scotland. Ben Thomson has been an investment banker for 25 years, starting his career at Kleinwort Benson and moving to Noble Group in 1990, where he became Chief Executive in 1997 and Chairman from 2007 until 2010. 

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A Special Evening with The National Theatre of Scotland

Thursday 1st March 

An Appointment with the Wicker Man by Greg Hempill and Donald McLeary

The National Theatre of Scotland kicks off 2012 with their major new production An Appointment with the Wicker Man – a riotous homage to and inspired celebration of the cult film classic.

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Leadership Lecture by Graeme Waddell

Director of Energen Biogas, Board Member of Scottish Enterprise and former Business Director of Rolls Royce

Tuesday 6th March 2012

Graeme will speak about leadership in practice, how he has applied it to his career and how he has reached the positions that he has reached. The differences between management and leadership will be defined and Graeme will explain how he has applied both during his career.

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Is your business in gear for the upward shift?  With Fergus King, Shirlaws Coaching

In association with Shirlaws

Wednesday 14th March

Maximise the opportunity the coming upturn presents by driving your business in line with the economic cycle.

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'Buying & Selling your friends' Social Media in a business context

with David Flint, Partner, IP Technology & Commercial Group, MacRoberts LLP

Tuesday 6th March from 12pm

Social media is becoming an integral communication tool as businesses recognise the commercial benefits it can provide. It can prove fruitful if used properly but with it comes pitfalls that are potentially detrimental to the business and brand. For this reason it is essential that you are aware of these pitfalls and are well prepared before your business embarks on engaging in the social media arena successfully. This seminar aims to guide you through the fast pace world of online communication by exploring the question which has arisen as to whose supporters and friends the contacts on social networking actually are and addressing:

• who owns your contacts
• the importance of having a social media policy
• rules of engagement on social media forums

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Leadership Lecture by John Rendall, CEO HSBC Scotland

Friday 9th March

John will speak about leadership in practice, how he has applied it to his career and how he has reached the positions that he has reached. The differences between management and leadership will be defined and John will explain how he has applied both during his career.

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Leadership Lecture by John Thurso, Liberal Democrat MP for Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

Friday 9th March

John will speak about leadership in practice, how he has applied it to his career and how he has reached the positions that he has reached. The differences between management and leadership will be defined and John will explain how he has applied both during his career.

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Derek Stewart's Mission Ironman

Breakfast Seminar - Sponsored by Barclays Wealth

Thursday 15 March

Is there something you would like to achieve in your business or personal life? 

Derek uses his journey from non-athlete to Ironman and beyond to demonstrate the five stage process that will help you “achieve results beyond your wildest dreams”.  His story is truly amazing as he relates the planning, training and commitment required to prepare for the ultimate triathlon while running his businesses and maintaining a work life balance.

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Leadership Lecture by Fergus Ewing, Minister for Energy, Enterprise and Tourism – Scottish Government

Friday 30th March

Fergus will speak about leadership in practice, how he has applied it to his career and how he has reached the positions that he has reached. The differences between management and leadership will be defined and Fergus will explain how he has applied both during his career.

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How to Increase the Value and Sell Your Business

Sponsored by Avondale

Tuesday 15th May

An event specifically designed for owners of £1-20M turnover businesses in Scotland.

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