Boost Your Food & Drink Business – Exclusive Training for Food & Drink Entrepreneurs this Autumn!
We’re excited to invite you to THRIVE — a dynamic series of online training sessions created specifically for food and drink entrepreneurs like you. Delivered by experts from SAC Consulting at SRUC and the Scottish Centre for Food Development and Innovation at QMU, this programme is packed with practical insights, expert guidance, and actionable strategies. Whether you’re just starting out, looking to scale, or looking to develop specific skills, these sessions will help you navigate challenges, build resilience, and unlock growth opportunities.
Training Sessions Overview:
THRIVE Fundamentals
4 sessions throughout September (includes 1 in-person session at QMU, Edinburgh)
- Funding & Support for Businesses
- Understanding Market Trends
- Building Your Unique Proposition
- Product Development Fundamentals (including nutrition)
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THRIVE+
Introduction to Sustainable Marketing Strategies
23rd Sept | 10:30am–12:00pm
- ESG & Sustainable Terminology
- Sustainable Packaging Solutions
- Crafting Your Sustainability Message
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Advanced Sustainable Packaging Strategies
30th Sept | 10:30am–12:00pm
- Advanced ESG Principles
- Supply Chain & Packaging Strategy
- Communicating Sustainability at Scale
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Food & Drink Legislation & Labelling
21st & 28th Oct | 10:30am–12:00pm
- On-Pack Labelling Requirements
- Legislation vs Guidance
- Health Claims & Novel Foods
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Food & Drink Manufacturing for SMEs
4th & 11th Nov | 10:30am–12:00pm
- Self-Manufacturing vs Co-Manufacturing
- Building Key Partnerships
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Crafting Your Compelling Pitch
6th Nov | 10:30am–11:30am
- Tell a Story That Sells
- Feedback Opportunity on 5-min Pitch (w/c 24th Nov)
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Packaging for SMEs
18th Nov | 10:00am–12:00pm
- Packaging Options & Considerations
- Making the Right Choice for Your Product
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🔗 View the Full Programme here – Visit Website
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow entrepreneurs, learn from the best, and future-proof your food or drink business.
See you there.