Business for a Better Future
ABOUT US
Embracing a new future, creating a competitive advantage for your business
The revolution that’s future proofing business, society and the environment
HOW WE HELP
Learn how to turn an idea into a circular reality
Join the club and enjoy the benefits of the Circular Glasgow Network
Find out what business support and funding is available from our partners
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THE TEAM
Alison McRae
Senior Director
Alison is a network and partnerships entrepreneur with over 20 years of economic development, communications and innovation experience. She is responsible for a strategic partnerships portfolio which seek to innovate and anticipate new opportunities for Glasgow and its business community.
She is currently facilitating a movement for change around circular economy principles in the urban economy and has overall responsibility for Developing Young Workforce Glasgow. She leads an award-winning team whose work has been recognised by World Chambers of Commerce, World Economic Forum and the Herald's Digital business awards.
Alison is a Board member of the Scottish Tourism Alliance; Glasgow City of Science & Innovation and is Co-Chair of Glasgow Employment and Skills Board.
Contact: sophie.milne@glasgowchamberofcommerce.com
Alison McRae
Senior Director
Cheryl McCulloch
Senior Project Manager
A core member of the Circular Glasgow team, Cheryl has a passion for working with businesses to support their growth and development through the adoption of circular principles. With a particular focus on engaging with the construction and built environment sectors, and manufacturing industry, Cheryl takes an innovative approach to raise awareness, connect SMEs and identify potential opportunities for business, whilst supporting with city’s ambitions to be a leading circular city.
With an academic background in law, Cheryl previously worked in leadership development, working with businesses across all sectors to bring them together and facilitate change.
Contact: cheryl.mcculloch@glasgowchamberofcommerce.com
Cheryl McCulloch
Senior Project Manager
Rebecca Ricketts
Senior Project Advisor
A founding member of Circular Glasgow, Rebecca champions and encourages the adoption of circular economy principles; with the aim of informing and engaging business led change-makers. Her focus is on connecting organisations within the food, drink, event, and conference sectors; strengthening the local SME community, and capturing new ideas that will accelerate their transition to new circular models.
With a background in business development, media, marketing and PR, Rebecca believes the role of storytelling and sharing practical applications of circular models will be crucial in supporting Glasgow's ambition of positioning itself as a leading circular city.
Contact: rebecca.ricketts@glasgowchamberofcommerce.com
Rebecca Ricketts
Senior Project Advisor
Lisa McConnell
Project and Communications Executive
Lisa is Circular Glasgow’s online voice and storyteller, responsible for creating and delivering the team’s digital content and messaging. She also plays a lead role in the design and delivery of our live and now virtual events calendar and is the resident ‘computer-problem’ fixer.
With a degree and keen interest in languages, Lisa is also currently studying for a diploma in digital marketing to further develop her skills. She enjoys working with the Glasgow business community to develop and create engaging content that makes the circular economy simple and accessible to Glasgow’s businesses.
Contact: lisa.mcconnell@glasgowchamberofcommerce.com
Lisa McConnell
Project and Communications Executive
Sophie Milne
Project Associate
Sophie is likely to be the first person you will speak to from the Circular Glasgow team when contacting them.
As first point of contact, Sophie supports and empowers the Circular Glasgow team on business engagement and with all administrative tasks ranging from team coordination, meeting support and event delivery. Sophie also supports the Developing the Young Workforce Glasgow in a similar capacity so is kept doubly busy!
Sophie joined Glasgow Chamber of Commerce after recently graduating with an HND in Business, where she also received the Outstanding Academic Achievement award.
Contact: sophie.milne@glasgowchamberofcommerce.com
Sophie Milne
Project Associate