Business Gateway

10/11/2026

One of the biggest decisions when starting a business is choosing the right structure.

Sole trader? Partnership? Limited company? Social enterprise?

Our webinar will help you understand the options, compare the benefits and limitations of each, and leave you with a practical checklist to help plan your next steps.

Grab your free place here ➡️ https://www.bgateway.com/events/different-business-structures-what-is-the-right-one-for-you-32459

05/11/2026

Boost your AI skills. Boost your business.

Our free webinar series helps you get real results from tools like ChatGPT and Claude, with practical techniques you can use straight away.

Find out more & sign up: bgateway.com/ai-adoption-programme

02/11/2026

Only scratching the surface with AI?

Learn advanced techniques to get better, more reliable results from ChatGPT, Claude and other LLMs in our free webinar.

Sign up here: https://www.bgateway.com/events/ai-power-user-getting-real-results-from-chatgpt-claude-and-other-llms-32346

30/10/2026

Are you thinking about employing your first staff member and not sure where to begin? There is still time to register for our webinar on Wednesday where we will provide you with the guidance on how to become an employer.

To register click the link in the comments.

29/10/2026

Leading a business? Lead on AI with confidence.

Wondering where AI could make a difference and how to bring your team with you? Our free webinars can help you identify opportunities, introduce AI effectively and use it responsibly.

Find out more & sign up: bgateway.com/ai-adoption-programme

28/10/2026

Have your say on a potential Visitor Levy for Moray.

Whether you live in Moray, run a tourism or hospitality business, visit the area, or represent a local organisation, Moray Council want to hear from you.

The consultation on whether a Visitor Levy should be introduced in Moray is open until 31 October 2026.

No decision has been made, and your views will help them understand what a levy could mean for Moray and how it could work locally.

💬 What do you think? Take a few minutes to share your views and help inform future decisions.

👉 Take part in the consultation using the link in the comments*.

📅 Closes 31 October 2026

Please share this post and help Moray Council hear from as many people as possible.

26/10/2026

New to AI and unsure what it can do for your business?

Our free introductory webinar explores how AI can make your marketing more efficient and cost-effective.

Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/4zxpkd5t

23/10/2026

📈 Smarter with AI. Stronger in business.

From exploring the basics to driving AI adoption across your organisation, our free webinar series is designed to help Scottish businesses make the most of AI with confidence.

Find out more & sign up: bgateway.com/ai-adoption-programme

22/10/2026

❗️Following yesterday’s critical announcement by the National Cyber Security Centre we would encourage all businesses to contact their website hosting providers, or web developer as soon as possible, to ensure your website is updated and remains safe for your customers.

For further guidance visit https://www.ncsc.gov.uk

19/10/2026

AI is changing how customers find you.

Join our free webinar to find out how search is evolving beyond traditional SEO and what it means for your website and business.

➡ https://tinyurl.com/ycky28v7

15/10/2026

Know your market. Grow your business.

Our free sector research provides practical insights into industries across Scotland, helping businesses understand trends, opportunities and customer demand.

This week, we're spotlighting our Photography Market Report 📸

Whether you're planning to start, grow or refine your business, the report offers valuable insights into the sector to help inform your next steps.

📊 Get your free report: bgateway.com/resources/sector-research

14/10/2026

Everyone's talking about AI. But what does it actually mean for your business?

That's exactly what we'll be exploring in our new AI webinar series, led by Gary Ennis, Managing Director of Digital Skills training company NSDesign, as part of AI Scotland's AI Adoption Programme.

Across a series of free sessions, we'll look at practical ways businesses can use AI, share useful tools and techniques, and discuss how to adopt it responsibly, effectively and with confidence.

Whether you're exploring AI for the first time or looking to build on what you're already doing, these sessions will provide practical insights to help you make the most of the opportunities AI presents.

Find out more and sign up today ➡️ https://www.bgateway.com/about-us/ai-adoption-programme

02/10/2026

Join Business Gateway Moray for our free Becoming an employer webinar and learn about the practical steps, responsibilities and considerations involved in taking on your first member of staff.

Visit our website to book your place! bgateway.com/moray

29/09/2026

Are you keen to grow your Food and Drink business and reach international markets?

Highlands and Islands Enterprise are offering Food and Drink business based in the HIE Region the opportunity to apply for a place on a funded trip to attend Food ingredients Europe in Frankfurt on the 17th -19th November.

This trip is designed to help businesses gain insight into the latest food and drink trends, ingredients, innovation and market opportunities, while making valuable connections with businesses and industry professionals from across the sector.

To express your interest by 14th October click this link https://www.hie.co.uk/events-and-training/fi-europe-2026-learning-journey/

24/09/2026

Could AI help your business work smarter?

Highlands and Islands Enterprise has launched a new AI Adoption Programme, designed to help ambitious businesses and social enterprises across Moray and the Highlands & Islands explore how AI could support their growth.

You don’t need to be an AI expert to take part.

The programme offers:
🔹 Expert-led workshops and practical training
🔹 One-to-one consultancy tailored to your business
🔹 Guidance on identifying where AI could add real value
🔹 Support to understand the opportunities and risks of AI
🔹 Help developing a practical roadmap for AI adoption
🔹 Networking with other businesses exploring AI
🔹 Signposting to potential grant funding

The programme is free to take part in, with 12–15 places available.

📅 Applications close: 6 October 2026

If you're curious about how AI could help your business save time, improve productivity, make better use of data or identify new opportunities, this could be your opportunity. For inspiration, listen to how Mark Yeadon from c-monsta, a local Lossiemouth based retail business incorporated AI into his business.

👉 Find out more and register your interest: https://www.hie.co.uk/connectwithhie/browse-all-support-services/digital-support/artificial-intelligence-ai-adoption-programme/

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24/09/2026

Thinking about employing your first employee?

Growing your business and ready to bring someone on board? Before you advertise that first vacancy, make sure you understand what’s involved in becoming an employer.

Join Business Gateway Moray for our free Becoming an employer webinar and learn about the practical steps, responsibilities and considerations involved in taking on your first member of staff.

From contracts and payroll to recruitment and employer responsibilities, we’ll help you understand the essentials and feel more prepared to take the next step.

Sound good? Sign up here 👉 https://www.bgateway.com/events/becoming-an-employer-a-practical-guide-32268

18/09/2026

📣 REMINDER: Have your say on a potential Visitor Levy for Moray

Whether you live in Moray, run a tourism or hospitality business, visit the area, or represent a local organisation, we want to hear from you.

The consultation on whether a Visitor Levy should be introduced in Moray is open until 31 October 2026.

No decision has been made, and your views will help us understand what a levy could mean for Moray and how it could work locally.

💬 What do you think? Take a few minutes to share your views and help inform future decisions.

👉 Take part in the consultation using the link in the comments*.

📅 Closes 31 October 2026

Please share this post and help us hear from as many people as possible.

*comments left on this post will not be included in the consultation - head to the link to have your say.

17/09/2026

Our newsletter is back!

Sit down with a cuppa and get up to date with the latest events and opportunities for businesses based in Moray.

This month we feature:
🌟 Our upcoming HR event on a practical guide to recruiting
🌟 Highlands and Islands Enterprise Funding
🌟 Workforce North Funding
🌟 Moray Pathways Moray Employment Recruitment Incentive

Want to learn more about local business news, events and opportunities? Sign up to our Business Gateway Moray newsletter which will regularly keep you up to date with local opportunities, events and local business news. Sign up here 👉 http://eepurl.com/iuXyes

Access our September newsletter here 👉 https://tinyurl.com/bp4tj44u

16/09/2026

Thinking about recruiting staff or want to better understand your responsibilities as an employer?

Join our free online webinar, Becoming an Employer – A Practical Guide, and learn what you need to know about recruiting, employing, and managing staff.

We'll cover the essentials of becoming an employer, including recruitment, payroll, contracts, employment law and supporting your employees.

📅 4th November
🕘 09.30 - 12.00
💻 Online

Book your place now https://www.bgateway.com/events/becoming-an-employer-a-practical-guide-32268