ScotlandIS Cyber

Join our new series of events, ScotlandIS Tech Tidbits, on the first Tuesday of every month!

These 30 minute webinars will be short, informative sessions on a variety of topics, from exporting to cybersecurity, cloud computing to procurement, and many more.

Each event will feature a ScotlandIS member offering their expert insights and advice on the topic in hand, however you do not need to be a member to attend these talks.

First up in September, our topic will be ‘Dealing in North Africa as a UK SME’, and we’ll be joined by Stu Harwood, Head of Professional Services at Siker Cyber to tell us more.

Book your free ticket below or contact nicola.jackson@scotlandis.com for more information.

Guest speaker Siker Cyber

A 2-day conference providing a unique experience to have you thinking out of the box.

Test your leadership capabilities with a programme of:

• Keynote Leadership Speakers
• Industry & Public Sector Leadership Initiatives
• Immersive Practical Breakout Sessions Including Cyber Escape Rooms
• NCSC Assured Cyber Resilience Board Scenario Breakout Session
• Board Room Dive into a Live Security Operation Centre(SOC)
• Interactive Governance Debates
• Hands-on Leadership Challenges
• Workshop on how to Influence Budgets & Financial Decision-Making
• Elite Leadership and Performance in a Crisis

Hear directly from leaders – Cyber Experts provide insights into the real threat to business and The summit offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from expert leaders and influencers to bolster your cyber resilience.

Network and collaborate in-person – The summit will convene top level delegates with carefully selected representatives from government and business, who you’ll be able to network in person throughout the summit duration.

Hear about the latest technologies and leadership to manage evolving threats – The immersive sessions will focus specifically on the impact from cyber attacks, how to protect people, services and infrastructure, and reduce financial losses.

An Exclusive Executive Retreat with a five star experience – A stunning venue at the modern Sandman Signature Aberdeen Hotel & Spa.

Contact – ceo@cybernewsglobal.com for opportunities.

Click the ‘Learn More’ link below to book your ticket.

At our next marketing meetup we’re delighted to have George Francis, Account Director at Clark Communications join us to share his tips and tricks for engaging journalists and cutting through the noise.

PR has undergone significant transformations in recent years, driven largely by the rapid evolution of digital media, a huge reduction in media budgets and, subsequently, the number of journalists working and changing audience expectations. Traditional PR strategies, once dominated by press releases and media outreach, have expanded to include social media engagement, influencer partnerships, and content marketing. 

The rise of data analytics has enabled us to measure the impact of our campaigns more precisely and adjust strategies based on real-time feedback. As a result, modern PR is more dynamic, data-driven, and integrated with broader marketing efforts, making it a crucial component of any comprehensive communication strategy.

George will be talking to us about:

• Knowing your audience and developing a message
• Telling your story
• Introducing the journalist – who they are and what they want
• Putting you in the spotlight – some top tips for getting the most out of an interview

You’ll then have a chance to put your questions to George before we open up the floor to the group,  to discuss sales and marketing challenges we face, and share solutions. There will be networking before and after the meeting with coffee and biscuits provided.

As ever this is a safe and confidential space and a great opportunity for us to share our experience and knowledge together.

Limited places are available, so make sure to secure your spot now – book your free ticket below.

In partnership with Uniq Sales & Marketing:

Now in its 10th year, Scotland’s largest annual cyber security summit will host a sister event in Glasgow, Scot-Secure West. The event brings together senior InfoSec personnel, IT leaders, academics, security researchers and law enforcement, providing a unique forum for knowledge exchange, discussion and high-level networking.

The programme is focused on improving awareness and best practices through shared learning: highlighting emerging threats, new research and changing adversarial tactics, and examining practical ways to improve resilience, detection and response.

This event is geared towards InfoSec & IT personnel and C-suite leaders.

Scotland’s leading and most anticipated tech conference will once again be held at the EICC on Thursday 26th September.

Join our new series of events, ScotlandIS Tech Tidbits, on the first Tuesday of every month!

These 30 minute webinars will be short, informative sessions on a variety of topics, from exporting to cybersecurity, cloud computing to procurement, and many more.

Each event will feature a ScotlandIS member offering their expert insights and advice on the topic in hand, however you do not need to be a member to attend these talks.

For Cyber Security Awareness Month in October, we’ll have FOUR Tech Tidbits each week featuring cyber security experts and themes.

Week 2 features guest speaker Kinga Kieczkowska from Rada Cyber Security, who’ll be discussing ‘Communicating Your Security Posture.’ Kinga will educate the audience on how to make cyber security your unique selling point whatever industry you’re in, as well as the dos and don’ts of security posture communication.

Book your free ticket below or contact nicola.jackson@scotlandis.com for more information.

Guest speaker Rada Cyber Security

Join our next ‘Netwalking’ session in Aberdeen and lets have a catch-up whilst on the go!

After our first one in Linlithgow as part of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we realised how enjoyable it is and how it’s a great way to connect with members when we’re in different parts of the country.

We know how important taking a break from your laptop is for your physical and mental health, and some of the best ideas and brainstorming can happen on the move.

Join CEO Karen Meechan and COO Nicola Taylor for a walk along Aberdeen beach on Thursday 20th June; we’ll be meeting at Promenade Cafe on the esplanade at 12 for 12:15pm.

We hope to see you there – furry friends welcome!

Join this dedicated session on improving communications skills with Greg Summers, an expert on public speaking and stage presence.

As a tech company, it is essential to be able to deliver engaging and coherent pitches or presentations in order to win new business, obtain investment or raise awareness of your field.

Greg will share 15 Golden points that will help you look forward to your next public speaking, presentation or pitch opportunity with improved confidence.

The session will also cover preparation, structure and delivery of presentations.

Held in Dundee in collaboration with Techscaler, this is a great opportunity for start-ups and scale-ups to hone their presenting skills!

Book your free tickets below.

Is your business involved in data processing or do you have solutions to help others to decarbonise their operations?

In 2021, the Scottish Government launched the Green Datacentres and Digital Connectivity Vision and Action Plan.. This plan outlines steps to make Scotland a leading zero-carbon, cost-effective green data hosting hub, contributing to the goal of net zero emissions by 2045. The initiative aims to develop a range of datacentres, from edge and co-location to hyperscale facilities, with increased capacity and a skilled workforce.

Join our round table with Scottish Enterprise and Scottish Government representatives and give your feedback/insights on:

1. AI and high performance computing workloads, help us inform our support service to help green those operations. We are seeking pathfinder companies willing to explore what could be possible and share learning experiences.
2. Understand how companies evaluate their carbon footprint of their digital operations today across scopes 1, 2 and 3 (What are Scopes 1, 2 and 3 Emissions? (greenly.earth)). We additionally want to explore ways to support you in reducing this.
3. Understand how the ScotlandIS membership can help others decarbonise their digital operations.

For more information and links to the suite of research please click here.

*Please note this online roundtable is for ScotlandIS members only*