New managing director for Entrepreneurial Scotland

Business network Entrepreneurial Scotland has appointed James Stuart to the new role of managing director.

James Stuart becomes managing director at Entrepreneurial Scotland. Picture: Robert Perry

The post will see Stuart lead the body’s operational team that meets the needs of its network of 1,500-plus members and alumni from across Scotland.

Since leaving his full-time role in the British army in 2012, Stuart has held a number of key roles in a range of organisations including the Scottish Equestrian Association, Royal Yachting Association Scotland and most recently as managing director of Edinburgh Pharmaceutical Processes. He is said to have built up a strong reputation across the industry for his “thought leadership and innovative approach to developing and implementing new strategies”.

Sandy Kennedy, chief executive at Entrepreneurial Scotland, said: “Hiring James is great news for Entrepreneurial Scotland and for our aim of establishing Scotland as the most entrepreneurial society in the world.

“James brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise from a range of sectors and will be a fantastic asset to the organisation.”

Stuart added: “I relish the opportunity of joining Entrepreneurial Scotland in this new role. I’m passionate about Scotland and I can draw on my previous experience to develop our established networks and programmes. I can’t wait to get started.”