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Stuart has more than 20 years experience as an economic development professional in the Highlands, initially with HIE and more recently as executive chief officer for transformation and economy with The Highland Council.
He has played a key role in a wide range of developments across the Highlands and Islands, working closely with public and private sector stakeholders and recently led the £315 million Inverness and Highland City-Region deal.
Originally from Inverness, Stuart studied geography at the University of Edinburgh, followed by doctorate in town and regional planning at the University of Glasgow. He started his career as a lecturer in land economy at the University of Aberdeen.
Commenting on his new role, he said:
“I am delighted to be taking up this role, leading the Moray team, particularly at a time where there are significant opportunities, including those arising from the Moray Growth Deal and significant investment in the area by the Ministry of Defence and Boeing.
“The area has many global brands helping drive the economy, from whisky, food and drink, textiles and engineering, there are significant opportunities for growth and innovation in all these sectors.
“There are also challenges of course, including uncertainties over Brexit and attracting new talent to the area to ensure that businesses will have access to the skills they need for the future.
“I look forward to working with the team and our partners, particularly Moray Council. Collaboration is the most effective means of strengthening the economy and community resilience of the Moray area.”
HIE has awarded a new framework agreement for the procurement of specialist advise to support its clients.
HIE has published a report on its latest survey of a thousand businesses across the region, from a variety of sectors.
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Over 2,800 businesses which operate within the Scottish wedding industry have been supported by £25.9million worth of funding to help survive the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic.
A three-year community-led project to bring about recovery and create a more sustainable future for tourism in Wester Ross, has secured £193,000 from HIE.
A fully funded business growth programme aimed at nurturing life sciences and technology businesses is celebrating the completion of its third year.
A solar energy manufacturer in Forres, Moray is to continue its expansion in a move that will increase turnover, create jobs and take the next steps towards employee ownership.
A three-year project to restore confidence and resilience in Moray’s tourism sector, has secured £350,000 from Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE).
A charity set up to support social enterprises across Moray has secured up to £63,360 from HIE.
An engineering and construction firm is expanding its premises in a £2.5m investment over the next three years which will allow it to more than double its production capabilities and create jobs.
A new website which makes it easier for businesses to get information and support is one of the measures in a refreshed Economic Action Plan for Scotland.
