Scotland’s economic forum.

Since 1931, we’ve connected businesses, government and civil society to shape policy and drive growth.

Our thinking extends beyond economic success.

From charities to local authorities and micro businesses to multi-nationals – our members work to deliver better social and environmental outcomes.

Prosper (formerly the Scottish Council for Development and Industry) always considers the big picture and longer term when it comes to Scotland’s future.

Purpose-led growth

Businesses in Scotland can best weather current economic storms and seize future market opportunities by becoming purpose-driven.

Our Business Purpose Commission report shows businesses that find profitable solutions to the problems of people and the planet, are more successful in the longer-term.

Our member benefits

Our members get the ultimate Scottish business network and competitive advantage. We connect with organisations from all walks of life to drive and influence, making positive change to create a prosperous and healthy Scotland.

Network

Connect with over 500 members, including Fortune 500s and local authorities.

Events

Over 50 FREE events annually, from Meet the Politician to awards dinners.

Learn

Get unrivalled business insights and learn from different sectors and industries.

Join

By joining Prosper you will enjoy an unparalleled range of benefits.

Malcolm MacLeod, Highlands Council

Great opportunities

We are facing some challenges but also great opportunities across the public and private sector in the Highlands and Islands.

Prosper events, meetings and briefings are hugely beneficial to better help understand the bigger picture, identify collaboration opportunities and to input to national lobbying efforts. Our membership of Prosper ensures we are able to represent the public sector as part of that wider approach.

Malcolm Macleod

Depute Chief Executive
Highland Council

Ian Ord, Fifth Ring

Networking with our peers is invaluable

It is the work that Prosper do at a regional level that I am most impressed with.

Their ability to gather representatives from right across the private, public and social economic sectors in a room to talk about their shared challenges is remarkable.

Their talent for creating events of all shapes and sizes that allow us as members to network with our peers is invaluable.

Ian Ord

Director Business Development
Fifth Ring Ltd

Meaningful engagement with peers

At Edinburgh College, we have benefitted greatly from our Prosper membership. As well as being signposted to new resources, support and funding opportunities – we have been delighted to host and participate in Productivity Club events. These events have facilitated meaningful engagement with peers and allowed for knowledge exchange which will benefit us now, and in the future.

Rachel Connolly

Business Development Team
Edinburgh College

Local focus, global influence

Prosper membership is geared for organisations of all sizes. You will be joining in with important conversations and have access to government, councils and industry.

EVENTS

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Tuesday

30 Apr 2024

peer-works

Improving Productivity – Be Careful What You Wish For

12:30pm
Online

Open to All

This session will highlight the challenges in defining and measuring productivity, and how different definitions can lead to different conclusions

Thursday

9 May 2024

Infrastructure

Transforming Planning with Dr Fiona Simpson, Chief Planner, The Scottish Government

10:30am
Bakkafrost
Applecross

Invite Only

At this invite only round table, Dr Fiona Simpson, Chief Planner, The Scottish Government will join members to discussion the transformation of planning in Scotland.

Friday

10 May 2024

Infrastructure

Transforming Planning with Dr Fiona Simpson, Chief Planner, The Scottish Government

8:00am
Port of Nigg

Invite Only

At this invite only round table, Dr Fiona Simpson, Chief Planner, The Scottish Government will join members to discussion the transformation of planning in Scotland.

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