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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 our first event of the year, this February we’ll have Gareth Edwards, Chief Client Officer of GoCodeGreen, as our guest speaker!

GoCodeGreen is the leading Digital Carbon Sustainability Measurement & Consulting Business, based in Edinburgh.

Digital and technology is now the fastest growing source of emissions on the planet and with the growth of AI it’s only set to get worse.

What can you do as an individual and as an organisation to mitigate this impact? Find out why it’s not just a threat, but an opportunity too.

Charities are using digital systems every day to deliver their services and keep in touch but with this capability comes a level of risk. Join us for an engaging half-day event tailored specifically for third sector organisations looking to help their organisation stay safe online. This free event is designed to give you the tools, knowledge, and connections to boost your cyber resilience.

Improve Cyber Awareness
Learn steps to enhance your organisation’s understanding of cyber risks and how to stay vigilant.

Interactive Workshop: Build Your Cyber Incident Response Plan
Get hands-on experience creating a tailored plan to ensure your organisation is prepared to respond effectively to cyber incidents.

One-to-One ‘Meet the Experts’ Sessions
Sit down with cyber experts to discuss personalised steps you can make for improving your organisation’s cyber resilience.

Lunch & Networking
Enjoy a relaxed lunch while connecting with like-minded professionals from the third sector. Share experiences, challenges, and solutions as you strengthen your network.

Who should attend?

Anyone working and/or volunteering for a third sector organisation in Scotland at the beginning of their cyber resilience journey, and maybe not sure where to start, who provides leadership and/or is responsible for aspects of operations/IT.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take the first steps towards a safer, more secure organisation. Together, we can build a resilient third sector, equipped to thrive in the face of digital challenges.

Our next CISO Safe Space will take place on 24th February as part of Cyber Scotland Week 2025.

Held in partnership with CyberNorth, this session will be led by Annabel Berry of Leading Cyber, and will focus on mental health and wellbeing in the cyber security sector.

As cybersecurity professionals, we operate in a high-pressure environment, constantly facing evolving threats and the responsibility of protecting critical systems and data. This constant vigilance and the weight of potential consequences can lead to an overall reduction in wellbeing, and longer-term significant stress, anxiety, and burnout.

The 24/7 nature of the industry, coupled with the fear of missing a critical threat or experiencing a major breach, creates a demanding and often overwhelming workload.

This can lead to critical errors in judgment, missed crucial security indicators, or an ongoing struggle to maintain focus and vigilance.

This workshop will address these challenges and why it is critical to our overall cyber resilience that we address this on an individual, team and organisational level.

Event Objectives:

• Raise awareness: To give an overview of the scale of the problem in the industry and the work of the work of the Mental Health in Cyber Security Foundation (MHinCS Foundation) and its Charter.
• Reduce stigma: Discuss the creation of safe spaces to discuss mental health openly and reduce the stigma surrounding seeking help.
• Promote self-care: Suggest practical self-care strategies to improve individual mental well-being.
• Foster team support: Highlight strategies for leaders that can support the wellbeing of their team members.

This event is for CISOs, CTOs, or those performing a similar role.

Agenda

5pm – Arrival

5:15pm – Guest speaker, Annabel Berry of Leading Cyber

6:45pm – Pizza and networking

8pm – Event close

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 our March event, we’ll be joined by Dr David Bell, Product Manager at Bellrock Technology, as our guest speaker!

How can we overcome fundamental challenges to unblock the true value of AI and data in business?

AI is transforming industries, yet many organisations struggle to realise the full return on their investment. In this talk, we’ll explore the key barriers preventing businesses from leveraging AI effectively and discuss practical strategies to overcome them.

Holyrood Connect’s annual Public Sector Data Summit will return to Edinburgh on 13 March 2025. 

The use of data and AI across the public sector is on the increase. It is crucial that we understand how to maximise their potential to help us make informed decisions and improve public services.  

Through a variety of session formats, including keynote addresses, interactive panel discussions and masterclasses, you will hear valuable insights on making the most of your data, how to store it securely, and how to address concerns around AI and ethics. 

Public Sector Data Summit 2025 will also feature an exhibition, providing an opportunity for you to explore relevant solutions for your organisation. 

The event is free-to-attend for those working in the public or third sectors.  

Holyrood Connect 

Holyrood Connect publishes leading Public Sector ICT news in Scotland and hosts renowned Public Sector Tech events & conferences. You can view all of Holyrood Connect’s upcoming events here. 

The 15th annual ScotlandIS Digital Technology Awards showcase excellence within the industry rewarding the innovation, expertise and ambition of businesses large and small – and the people that drive them.

Let’s highlight some of the great achievements within the tech sector over the last 12 months!

There are a variety of different awards up for grabs that could shine a light on the fantastic work you’ve been doing – our shortlist has now been announced.

Digital Tech 2025 will take place on 20th March, at the Radisson Blu hotel in Glasgow.

This year ScotlandIS turns 25 and the evening will act as a birthday party, so expect some fun birthday surprises. We look forward to you joining us for a night of food, fun and celebration of the industry.

Click the ‘Learn More’ link below now for more details and to book tickets.

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