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Ecology Building Society | Edinburgh Member Meet-up
November 8, 2022 @ 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Free
Our meet-up is an opportunity to voice your views in a relaxed setting and enjoy a delicious selection of afternoon-tea-style refreshments, as well as to hear from Ecology’s Directors and new Chief Executive, Gareth Griffiths, who will be sharing his vision for Ecology’s future.
This event is open to Ecology members and those with an interest in our sustainable lending. Please make sure you add any additional guests when you register to ensure we can accommodate everyone on the day.
The Grassmarket Centre is home to Grassmarket Community Project, which provides sanctuary and support to people dealing with complex issues such as homelessness and health problems. Through social enterprise, mentoring, education and provision of a nurturing environment, the Project creates opportunities for those who might otherwise experience difficulties in accessing education and employment. The centre has won multiple awards for its architectural design and its work in the community.
Accessibility: All floors are accessible by lift with staff on hand to help. There are accessible toilets on site.
Schedule and speakers
15.30 Registration and refreshments
16.00 Welcome and introductions
Gareth Griffiths, Chief Executive, and Louise Pryor, Chair, Ecology Building Society
16.10 Introduction to The Grassmarket Centre
Jonny Kinross, CEO, Grassmarket Community Project
16.20 Sustainable lending in practice
Hear from Peter Allen, whose work supports community-led groups looking to self-build through all stages of a project.
Peter Allen, Co-Founder and Director, CoHere Collective Custom Build Ltd and Head of Assets and Sustainability, The Ethical Property Company PLC
17.00 Comfort break
17.10 Building our sustainable future
Our new Chief Executive and Chair share their observations and thoughts on how we can accelerate and grow our commitment to sustainability. Includes Q&A session.
Gareth Griffiths, Chief Executive, and Louise Pryor, Chair, Ecology Building Society
18.15 Closing remarks
18.30 Close
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