Links to key industry organisations
Category: How can I start a new tourism business? / Links to key industry organisations
The following links may provide a useful source of information if you are looking to start a new business in the tourism and hospitality sector.
Scottish Government
Here you will find information on the Scottish Government’s current “Framework For Change” Strategy which seeks to grow the value of the tourism industry by 50% in real terms by 2015.
VisitScotland
VisitScotland has a strategic role as the public sector agency providing leadership and direction for the development of Scottish tourism to get the maximum economic benefit for Scotland. It exists to support the development of the tourism industry in Scotland and to market Scotland as a quality destination.
Springboard UK
Springboard UK is a charitable trust who provides support for individuals looking to develop a career in the hospitality, leisure, travel or tourism arena. Market research information reflecting business needs in the tourism and hospitality sector can be found from their website.
Tourism Innovation Group (TIG)
TIG is a private-sector led group, which aims to stimulate tourism operators into taking action to add to the quality, scope and success of tourism businesses, improving Scotland’s competitiveness in tourism markets
Learndirectscotland
Further information can be found on industry recognised training programmes and local providers for the tourism and hospitality sector.
The Institute of Hospitality
The Institute of Hospitality represents professional managers in the hospitality, leisure and tourism industries and has a worldwide membership with members represented in all sectors of the industry including hotels, contract catering , restaurants, pubs and clubs, as well as leisure outlets, theme parks and sports venues.
The Scottish Tourism Forum
The Forum is an independent trade body comprising trade associations, businesses, marketing and local area tourism groups who earn their living from tourism or have an active interest in tourism.
The Dunbartonshire Chamber of Commerce
Dunbartonshire Chamber of Commerce was created to provide that platform and to give a united voice to the businesses which are the economic backbone of this vibrant but many faceted county.
The Federation of Small Businesses
The Federation exists to promote the interests of the self employed and all those who run their own businesses.
The Business Gateway
Practical help, advice and support for new and growing businesses in Scotland. The local Business Gateway contractor for the Dunbartonshire area is BDA – Business Development Advisers Ltd
Scottish Government
Here you will find information on the Scottish Government’s current “Framework For Change” Strategy which seeks to grow the value of the tourism industry by 50% in real terms by 2015.
VisitScotland
VisitScotland has a strategic role as the public sector agency providing leadership and direction for the development of Scottish tourism to get the maximum economic benefit for Scotland. It exists to support the development of the tourism industry in Scotland and to market Scotland as a quality destination.
Springboard UK
Springboard UK is a charitable trust who provides support for individuals looking to develop a career in the hospitality, leisure, travel or tourism arena. Market research information reflecting business needs in the tourism and hospitality sector can be found from their website.
Tourism Innovation Group (TIG)
TIG is a private-sector led group, which aims to stimulate tourism operators into taking action to add to the quality, scope and success of tourism businesses, improving Scotland’s competitiveness in tourism markets
Learndirectscotland
Further information can be found on industry recognised training programmes and local providers for the tourism and hospitality sector.
The Institute of Hospitality
The Institute of Hospitality represents professional managers in the hospitality, leisure and tourism industries and has a worldwide membership with members represented in all sectors of the industry including hotels, contract catering , restaurants, pubs and clubs, as well as leisure outlets, theme parks and sports venues.
The Scottish Tourism Forum
The Forum is an independent trade body comprising trade associations, businesses, marketing and local area tourism groups who earn their living from tourism or have an active interest in tourism.
The Dunbartonshire Chamber of Commerce
Dunbartonshire Chamber of Commerce was created to provide that platform and to give a united voice to the businesses which are the economic backbone of this vibrant but many faceted county.
The Federation of Small Businesses
The Federation exists to promote the interests of the self employed and all those who run their own businesses.
The Business Gateway
Practical help, advice and support for new and growing businesses in Scotland. The local Business Gateway contractor for the Dunbartonshire area is BDA – Business Development Advisers Ltd