AD | A Change at GrowBiz — But the Same Support

The end of June saw the retirement of Jackie Brierton, GrowBiz’s CEO for the past 14 years.

Under Jackie’s leadership, we’ve grown from a local enterprise support project in Eastern Perthshire to a nationally respected rural economy initiative, supporting more than 2500 businesses and social enterprises in Perth & Kinross, the Cairngorms Park area and across rural Scotland.

Taking the organisation forward is current Co-CEO Gordon Hector, and new Co-CEO Alexia McClure.

Gordon has a background in economic development and public policy. He is passionate about supporting small businesses and their role as the foundation of thriving communities—particularly in rural areas.

Alexia has many years of experience of working in business and enterprise support. She believes that an empowering and supportive culture is vital to the success of every organisation and is what enables its people and clients to thrive.

GrowBiz will continue to provide its core services of free 1-1 business advice, learning sessions, networking events and business mentoring.

Gordon and Alexia are also excited to build on GrowBiz’s support for rural entrepreneurs and business owners. They say: "We see many opportunities to extend GrowBiz’s unique approach, award-winning programmes and specialist support for sectors such as food & drink, care, creative industries and tourism, across Scotland’s rural and island communities.”

Find out more about all of GrowBiz’s services and events at www.growbiz.co.uk

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