New managing director for Entrepreneurial Scotland

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

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

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”.

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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.”