October is East Lothian Business Month

This October, East Lothian businesses can benefit from a whole month of events designed to forge connections and inspire and support the local business community. 

East Lothian Business Month features a full programme of online and in-person events and educational bite-size courses from social media and search engine tips and tricks to applying for funding and tenders – culminating in a ‘drop in and connect’ event. 

The events are all free to attend and have been organised by our economic development team. We are also promoting events organised by our strategic partners including Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber of Commerce and the Supplier Development Scotland Programme. 

There are networking events to build valuable connections, training workshops to build skills and confidence and webinars offering expert insights and practical advice. The team will also be using the month to showcase local success stories, highlight new businesses and promote the range of support available to help businesses grow and thrive in East Lothian.

Business Month will conclude with the 'Drop-in and Connect' (formerly Meet the Council) event at the Marine Hotel, North Berwick on Thursday 30 October, where businesses can connect directly with council departments and strategic partners. This is a unique opportunity to gain first-hand information, explore available resources, and expand professional networks. 

For more information and to view the full calendar of events, visit the Invest East Lothian website.