EICC Launches the Impact Network

Photo from the EICC Impact Network launch event. A panel of five speakers - four female-presenting and one male-presenting—are seated on a brightly lit stage during a discussion. Panelists include Professor Sheila Graham (University of Glasgow), Professor Sharon Hanley (University of Aberdeen), Gayle McGuinn (EICC), Sophie Bell (Cyrenians), and Bill Addison (Edinburgh Science).

17/04/2025

The Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) has launched the EICC Impact Network, a new initiative designed to help conference organisers create lasting, meaningful impact that goes beyond the venue walls.

Launched on 26th March, the network is built around the five pillars of the UN Sustainable Development Goals - People, Planet, Prosperity, Partnership and Peace. It connects organisers with schools, charities, universities and local businesses to turn big ideas into community-driven action.

From supporting young people and fostering inclusion to championing sustainability and sparking research partnerships, the EICC Impact Network makes it easier for events to make a difference.

“With so many fantastic social initiatives in Edinburgh, we wanted to make it much easier for clients to make a connection with a network of collaborators across the city,” said Elaine Miller, Association Manager at EICC. “The Impact Network demonstrates how business events can play a transformative role, creating positive benefits for the host city, local community, organisers, and delegates.”

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