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Last week FWB Executive Search in partnership with Coutts hosted a Scale-Up Dinner in Edinburgh, bringing together founders, senior executives, non-executive directors, investors, and advisors from across Scotland’s scaling business community. Held under the Chatham House Rule, the evening featured reflections from Shane Corstorphine, drawing on his experience scaling businesses in Scotland and internationally, alongside […]

FWB are delighted to have partnered with the University of Dundee on the appointment of their Chair of Court, Esther Roberton. Following a rigorous search process led by Kirsten Hendry and Ailsa Sutherland, with a particular focus on experienced Chairs with a depth of experience across Scotland’s public sector and a strong interest in the […]

We are proud to announce the return of the Scottish Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Awards 2026. Now in its third year, the programme shines a spotlight on the exceptional talent of chief financial officers and their teams across Scotland. Sponsored by Grant Thornton UK LLP, Addleshaw Goddard, Barclays, and FWB Executive Search Ltd, alongside charity […]

FWB, in partnership with the University of Edinburgh Business School, is delighted to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Executive Leadership Programme (ELP). Now entering its sixth year, the programme builds on the success of FWB’s Executive Women in Leadership and Non‑Executive Development Programmes, which collectively have supported more than 600 professionals […]

As part of the 2025 Executive Leadership Programme (ELP), delivered in partnership with the University of Edinburgh Business School, we explored one of the most critical aspects of leadership: setting a clear organisational goal and developing a robust, measurable strategy to achieve it. Chaired by Dr Winston Kwon, Senior Lecturer in Strategy and Social Innovation […]

Earlier this month, we delivered our first GC roundtable in Aberdeen, in partnership with the GC Scot network. Hosted by Greg Bargeton, Chair of GC Scot, and Katie Gilmartin, Director at FWB, we welcomed a group of senior legal leaders from across Aberdeen’s energy and financial services sectors. What unfolded was an insightful discussion around […]

FWB are delighted to have partnered with Peoples Automotive Group to advise on the appointment of their new Strategy Director – Lianne Dewar. Peoples Automotive Group is a family owned business, providing award winning customer service and delivering award winning vehicles.  With 300+ employees and a UK-wide presence, they serve the country with new and […]

As Scotland moves toward its 2045 net-zero target, the nation faces a pivotal juncture. The Just Transition plan sets out a bold vision for a climate-friendly, affordable and resilient energy system – but the path to get there is increasingly complex. With the 2026 Scottish Parliamentary election on the horizon, debates around energy security, the […]

FWB were delighted to advise AG Barr as part of their continued growth journey to appoint Bradley Scanes as People Performance Director. Bradley brings over 13 years’ experience coaching some of the world’s most elite athletes, including serving as High Performance Coach and Physiotherapist to four time Formula One World Champion Max Verstappen. Alongside his work […]