As we start November, the longer evenings can bring new opportunities, events to attend in person or online, and the chance to make connections and explore different possibilities. We have all this and more to explore in this blog post:
Cycling Tourism Facilities Fund
Tourism businesses, communities, and social enterprises in the Highlands and Islands Enterprise region to apply for funding of up to £25,000 to develop and enhance the cycling tourism facilities in the area. Find out more here.
Young Scottish Filmmakers Prize
Young people (aged 18-25) from across Scotland can enter a short file for the Young Scottish Filmmakers Prize for a chance to have their film shown at Glasgow Short Film Festival, and possibly win £1,000 to help further their career in film. There are two categories available, and the deadline is Monday 18 November 2024 at 17:00. Find out more here.

Planning Your Marketing Content Strategy, Online, Tuesday 19 November, 11:00 – 12:30
Have you planned out your marketing for the winter season? With all sorts of occasions and events packed into the upcoming months, getting organised now could allow you to make the most of these marketing opportunities and take the panic out of last minute content creation. In this interactive session with GrowBiz Marketing Coordinator, Abi Shepherd, you’ll learn how to schedule for your content in advance and how to create and apply that content to drive traffic, reach more people and increase awareness of your business. You’ll come away with a list of ideas for future content and a clear idea of how you can use it to best advantage. Book here.
Meet the Funders, Moray
This year's Meet the Funders, organised by tsiMORAY, will help businesses in the area connect with national and local funders and discover the latest funding opportunities. The day is designed to help you better understand funding eligibility, connect with funders and groups, and create opportunities for partnership and collaboration. Takes place on Thursday 21 November 2024 - 09:30 to 15:00 at The Mansefield Hotel, Elgin. Find out more and book here.
CBP Exclusive B2B Roundtable
Free to both members and non-members, this roundtable session is designed to foster meaningful business connections in an open, conversational format. Whether you're offering digital solutions, professional services, or other B2B products, this event is the perfect platform to make valuable contacts and grow your business. Tuesday 5th November, 10am - 12noon, Grantown Courthouse. Book here.

Reflect on Your Year and Plan Your Intentions for a Powerful 2025, Online, Tuesday, 3 December, 17:30 – 19:00
In this session, Andy Lambert from Highland Clarity will guide you through reflecting on your 2024 journey and help you explore your aspirations for 2025. He’ll challenge and empower you to create a practical plan that aligns with your vision for success and help you reflect on your key take aways from this year whilst helping you to create your future intentions. By the end of this interactive session, you'll gain clarity on your intentions, develop tactics to stay on track throughout the year, and be ready to take meaningful action. With this focus, you’ll be equipped to take the first crucial steps toward success in 2025. Book here.
Cairngorms Youth LAG Fund
The fourth round of the Cairngorms Youth LAG Fund has opened. Young people under the age of 30 can apply for up to £500. First priority goes to people who live within Cairngorms National Park, second to those who live nearby and work/study within the Park and third to those with a deep connection to the Cairngorms. Fund closes on the 4 November. Find out more and apply here.
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