Prosperity Unlocked

In this special episode of Prosperity Unlocked, we dive into Prosper’s 2025 Blueprint, a bold and practical plan for building a stronger, more sustainable economy in Scotland.

Host Davy Shanks is joined by expert voices from across business, education, energy and trade to explore the Blueprint’s key actions, from investing in clean power and accelerating infrastructure to strengthening international trade and lifelong skills.

We unpack what’s needed to turn ambition into action, and how government, industry and communities can work in partnership to shape a fairer, greener and more prosperous future.

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This is the second of our special episodes recorded live at Forum 25, where there was simply too much to cover in one episode.

We take a deep dive with our innovation panel as they unpack the role of Scotland in the UK’s industrial strategy. Hear from Nicola Anderson (FinTech Scotland), Alex Holt (Seraphim Space Enterprise), and Jennifer Craw (Opportunity North East). 

We explore where innovation is already thriving, how to unlock its full potential across sectors and regions, and what it will take to turn ambition into action – from fintech and space to regional development and funding access.

Hit play to discover where innovation is heading next. 

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We’re on the road for this very special episode of Prosperity Unlocked, recorded live at Prosper’s Forum25 in Edinburgh.

Hear from First Minister John Swinney and Kirsty McNeill, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Scotland, along with leaders like Suzanne Sosna (Scottish Enterprise), Claire Dykta (NESO), Adam Morrison (Ocean Winds), Cllr. Susan Aitken (Glasgow City Council), and more - as they share fresh thinking on clean energy, investment, innovation and Scotland’s future.

Hit play to catch the energy, ideas and voices transforming Scotland.

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What is GB Energy, and how will it help power the UK’s transition to clean, secure energy?

Dan McGrail (Interim CEO, GB Energy) joins us to explore what the new public energy company has been set up to do, why its presence in the North East matters, and how its investments could shape Scotland’s green future. 

Hit play to hear how GB Energy plans to unlock prosperity through clean power. 

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What is a Green Freeport? Who will fill the jobs? And, are they fair? 

Calum MacPherson (CEO, Inverness & Cromarty Green Freeport) and Sarah Murray (CEO, Forth Green Freeport) tell us why Green Freeports are a once in a generation opportunity for all of Scotland to reap the rewards of global investment.

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It takes all of us to build a successful economy. That’s why in this episode we explore the transformational role of the voluntary sector, including social enterprises, in supporting and sustaining Scotland’s economic success.

Anna Fowlie (Chief Executive, SCVO) and Victoria Carson (Director of Engagement and Policy, The Wise Group) talk about the importance of collaboration, impact of Budget decisions and call for an investment rather than spend approach.

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On this episode we are unlocking the tangle of trade, risks and opportunities for Scotland with Mark Kent, Chief Executive, The Scotch Whisky Association and Professor Mairi Spowage, Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy.  

We explore the challenges and opportunities facing Scotland’s key export sectors, the impact of the US election and what inclusive, sustainable trade means for Scotland.

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In this episode we are joined by Kerry Sharp, Director Entrepreneurship & Investment, Scottish Enterprise. With a focus on investment and scaling, we discuss why scaling businesses are important for the Scottish economy and what are some the barriers that we have to overcome. 

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What will Scotland’s future workforce look like and what skills will it need? With Tera Allas, Director of Research and Economics, McKinsey and Company we explore the importance of employers embedding a culture of lifelong learning to shape the skills we need for Scotland's future economy. 

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Chris Stark, newly appointed Head of the Mission Control for Clean Power for the UK Government, talks about what is needed for the UK to become a clean energy super power and the crucial role that Scotland will play in achieving that transition.  

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