0 Start up membership
Start up membership
Big ambitions start somewhere.
At ScotlandIS, we believe that businesses should be able to connect with Scotland’s technology community from the very beginning.
That’s why we’ve rebranded our free early–stage offer and created ScotlandIS Start–Up; a free, digital-first membership offering designed to help early-stage technology businesses become part of Scotland’s wider tech ecosystem.
Whether you’re developing your first product, building your team or finding your feet in the industry, ScotlandIS Start-Up gives you a place in our community and an opportunity to connect, learn and grow.
Join our online events and webinars, covering topics relevant to Scotland’s technology businesses, from emerging trends and industry developments to opportunities across the digital landscape.
Take part in selected ScotlandIS events at no cost, giving you opportunities to meet others in the industry, share ideas and build connections. This includes the ScotlandIS Founders Hub, which meets regularly in Edinburgh and Dundee and offers a co-working space where you can grow your business amongst a like-minded community of founders.
Browse our Future Ready Knowledge Hub for guidance, templates and podcasts around key areas to address when building your business, such as HR policies, procurement support, legal advice, and more.
Show that you are part of Scotland’s technology community with a digital ScotlandIS Start-Up membership badge, which you can use on your website and digital channels.
List your business in the ScotlandIS online membership directory, helping others across the technology ecosystem discover your organisation and what you do.
Who is it for?
ScotlandIS Start-Up is designed for early-stage Scottish technology businesses that are:
- Less than three years old.
- Employing fewer than five people.
- Developing or delivering digital technology products or services.
A simple way to get started.
ScotlandIS Start-Up is a digital-first membership offering. You’ll receive access to the benefits outlined above, without a dedicated account manager or individual membership support.
As your business grows, you can explore our wider membership options, offering additional opportunities for introductions, promotion, collaboration and tailored support.
If you experience any issues, have questions about any of our events, or want a chat about our other membership options, drop us an email at info@scotlandis.com and one of the team will be in touch.
Check out our member benefits
No-cost membership
Be part of Scotland’s thriving tech community for free (eligibility applies and is reviewed annually).
member directory
List your business in our directory to promote your services.
Online events
Join our regular webinars for knowledge-sharing and discussions on a variety of tech topics.
Select in-person events
Attend relevant events such as our Founders Hub in Edinburgh and Dundee.
Member discount to our paid events
Receive the discounted member price when buying tickets for our annual ScotSoft Conference, Digital Tech Awards, or Tech Trends events.
Membership badge
Promote your membership of the community with a digital badge on your website and social channels.
Access to ePlacement programme
A free recruitment and student matching portal for the Scottish digital industries.
Start your ScotlandIS journey today
Free to eligible businesses. Access to in-person events is limited to selected ScotlandIS events and is subject to availability.