Catalysing Connections April Gathering

Schedule

Wed Apr 29 2026 at 05:30 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

The Melting Pot | Edinburgh, SC

Advertisement
A bi-monthly gathering of inspiring people who are developing ideas, building communities and instigating positive change.
About this Event

Catalysing Connections

You're invited to join us at the next Catalysing Connections - a bi-monthly event that brings together inspiring people who are developing ideas, building communities and instigating positive change.

Catalysing Connections has been bringing people together in Edinburgh since 2022 and is rooted in the values of collaboration, community and learning.


How the evening works

Food and Informal Connections (5.30pm)
Those who would like to are invited to arrive early to share a simple supper of homemade soup, bread and cheese.

Guided Introductions (6pm)
We begin with a short period of lightly facilitated networking designed to help people meet others in the room and start meaningful conversations.

The Catalysts (6.30pm)
At the heart of each gathering are two or three participants who share a project, idea or challenge they are currently exploring. The group then works together to offer feedback, explore collaborations and help move the idea forward.

Open Space (7.30pm)
The evening concludes with informal conversation and the chance to continue discussions sparked during the session.

We're growing Catalysing Connections into a frank, inspiring and inclusive community - and a force for good. We warmly welcome suggestions and feedback from everyone who takes part.

Tickets are £10 to help cover costs. If the cost presents a barrier to participation, please let us know as we have a small number of complimentary tickets available.

Catalysing Connections is organised by Eileen Inglis and Lynn Houmdi

Eileen Inglis supports social entrepreneurs and student founders to develop ideas that create positive social change. She is passionate about building meaningful networks and is currently developing The Conversation Project, a card game designed to spark meaningful conversations.

Lynn Houmdi is a social entrepreneur, creator of Making Work Work – for Women Returners, founder of Flexible Working Scotland, and Scotland’s Flex Influencer 2022. She is a passionate networker who believes strong communities can solve many of our modern challenges.

Advertisement

Where is it happening?

The Melting Pot, 15 Calton Road, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

GBP 0.00 to GBP 11.55

Icon
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
Eileen Inglis and Lynn Houmdi

Host or Publisher Eileen Inglis and Lynn Houmdi

Ask AI if this event suits you:

Discover More Events in Edinburgh

April 2026 E2N Networking Event
Wed, 29 Apr at 04:00 pm April 2026 E2N Networking Event

Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street

Edinburgh Climate Festival 2026 - Sign Making Workshop (Part 2)
Wed, 29 Apr at 04:00 pm Edinburgh Climate Festival 2026 - Sign Making Workshop (Part 2)

Edinburgh & Lothians Regional Equality Council (ELREC)

FESTIVALS WORKSHOPS
SEDA Land Green Drinks - Better Outdoors
Wed, 29 Apr at 05:00 pm SEDA Land Green Drinks - Better Outdoors

Augustine United Church

BUSINESS
Twilight Tour for Teachers
Wed, 29 Apr at 05:00 pm Twilight Tour for Teachers

National Library of Scotland

WORKSHOPS
Edinburgh - People, Planet, Pint Presents:  Bunker to Table
Wed, 29 Apr at 06:00 pm Edinburgh - People, Planet, Pint Presents: Bunker to Table

The Outhouse

MEETUPS FOOD-DRINKS
TWIPN Scotland: April 2026
Wed, 29 Apr at 06:00 pm TWIPN Scotland: April 2026

Bonnie & Wild

MEETUPS
Amussu - Film Screening, Discussion & Performance
Wed, 29 Apr at 06:00 pm Amussu - Film Screening, Discussion & Performance

North Edinburgh Arts, 12C MacMillan Square

ENTERTAINMENT ART
The Drafted Haiku Deathmatch!
Wed, 29 Apr at 06:30 pm The Drafted Haiku Deathmatch!

Canon Gait Pub

ART LITERARY-ART
Edinburgh Business Networking Event
Thu, 26 Nov at 09:30 am Edinburgh Business Networking Event

Edinburgh

BUSINESS
Edinburgh Tribe Night
Thu, 27 Jul at 07:00 pm Edinburgh Tribe Night

Hotel Novotel Edinburgh Centre

BUSINESS MEETUPS
Aligning Passion with Profession:  Your Soul's Journey - Edinburgh
Thu, 08 Aug at 05:00 pm Aligning Passion with Profession: Your Soul's Journey - Edinburgh

Edinburgh Virtual Via Zoom

WORKSHOPS BUSINESS
AI Implementation in Business | Edinburgh
Thu, 26 Sep at 03:00 pm AI Implementation in Business | Edinburgh

Edinburgh

WORKSHOPS BUSINESS
UPGRADE - Men's Circle (Edinburgh)
Tue, 08 Apr at 07:30 pm UPGRADE - Men's Circle (Edinburgh)

EH2 4BB

Startup Intro to VC: Guide for Edinburgh Founders
Sat, 31 May at 07:00 pm Startup Intro to VC: Guide for Edinburgh Founders

Edinburgh

BUSINESS
Turn Your Dreams into Reality: A Free Consultation
Sat, 09 Aug at 03:00 pm Turn Your Dreams into Reality: A Free Consultation

HUBBARD ACADEMY OF PERSONAL INDEPENDENCE

The Lavender Drawing Board
Mon, 01 Sep at 01:00 pm The Lavender Drawing Board

Lavender Menace Queer Books Archive at the Edinburgh Palette

ART FINE-ARTS
Morning Mixer
Tue, 07 Oct at 09:30 am Morning Mixer

Royal Bank Accelerator, 142 - 144 Princess Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4EQ

MEETUPS
LinkedIn Local Edinburgh
Tue, 07 Oct at 10:30 am LinkedIn Local Edinburgh

The Alchemist St James Quarter

BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
Pitch Club: How to talk about your business and make people care
Thu, 30 Oct at 10:00 am Pitch Club: How to talk about your business and make people care

Royal Bank Accelerator, 142 - 144 Princess Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4EQ

Master AI Entrepreneurship - From A to Z Masterclass
Sun, 25 Jan at 01:00 pm Master AI Entrepreneurship - From A to Z Masterclass

TBD

BUSINESS WORKSHOPS

What's Happening Next in Edinburgh?

Discover Edinburgh Events