Scotland’s New Tech‑Climate Crusader
Meet Sara Thiam – the fresh face at the helm of the Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI). She’s stepping in this June, swapping her director role at the Institution of Civil Engineers for the challenge of driving Scotland’s economy into the 21st‑century.
Why Climate & Digital Tech Matter
Thiam’s got a clear mission: make sure every Scots person has the right skill set to keep the islands thriving. “Scotland, like many places, grapples with a whirlwind of environmental, demographic, mobility, education and tech hurdles,” she says. “Fixing the skills gap and jumping on the digital bandwagon while tackling climate change is the ticket to a productivity boom and lasting prosperity.”
She’s All About Turning Change into Opportunity
“Change brings chance, and I’m fired up about Scotland’s knack for innovation,” Thiam declares, waving her metaphorical Swiss army knife of ideas. The unsteady sea of post‑Brexit uncertainty has dampened business confidence, so she’s urging the community and the SCDI to rally behind industry growth.
Key Take‑aways
- Digital Up‑skilling: Empower workers with tech know‑how to keep Scotland competitive.
- Climate Action: Embrace green initiatives to safeguard future jobs.
- Innovation Spirit: Turn every challenge into a new opportunity.
- Economic Growth: Boost productivity across all sectors.
With Thiam at the wheel, Scotland is poised to turn the tide on climate change and digital lag—one skillful, sustainable step at a time. Stay tuned for the next wave of progress!
