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Networking - contributing to business success

Networking is the backbone of international business, underpinning every successful company no matter where in the world it operates.

Effective networking opens new doors of opportunity in business, allowing companies to identify new markets, obtain fresh leads and extend their operations into unfamiliar areas. By sharing information, contacts and resources, businesses can achieve far more than they ever could in isolation.

The Scottish diaspora extends across the globe, touching a wide range of industry sectors in almost every region of the world. The international business world contains more than its fair share of Scots and people with a connection to or an affinity for Scotland, all of whom share a passion to see Scotland succeed.

GlobalScot harnesses this network of established entrepreneurs and executives, giving emerging and growing Scottish businesses a head start when it comes to competing in the global marketplace.

Scotland has an abundance of talent across many industries, and GlobalScots can:

• Provide these exceptional individuals with opportunities to connect with people and companies.
• Help them realise their full potential.
• Create increased wealth for Scotland.

One of the key aims of GlobalScot is to cultivate a more open business community in Scotland, where Scottish companies are happy to seek advice and learn from individuals who have already achieved a high level of success in their chosen field.

Providing practical, profitable support

GlobalScot is already putting this ethos into action.

In a recent GlobalScot Conference in America, 50 Scottish companies met with 80 US-based GlobalScots for a two-day conference.

Within one specific two-hour period, over 160 meetings were held, resulting in a flood of potential new business for Scotland.

Many more companies have had doors opened to them in worldwide markets as diverse as:

• Europe.
• Middle East.
• Asia.
• The Americas.

Offering their time and knowledge freely for the advancement of Scottish commerce, GlobalScots work together to form a truly unique network - one which gives Scottish companies and organisations an invaluable competitive edge in international business.

By developing strong links between Scottish businesses and GlobalScots, and by encouraging a culture of collaboration and consultation, we can ensure that Scotland's success in international business is sustained and enhanced in years to come.

"The concept of using the network of Scots around the world, people who can bring in other contacts and expand a company's network, makes sound business sense. I've been surprised myself just how many people I've managed to bring in who in turn bring in other people."

Tom MacMurray

GlobalScot