The international strategy forum, entitled How to profit from having an international perspective.  This event, facilitated by Strategem Ltd, is funded by the Smart Exporter initiative.  

Smart Exporter is an ambitious new international trade skills programme, designed to increase exporting skills and knowledge amongst Scottish Businesses.  This initiative is collaboration between Scottish Development International (SDI) and the European Social Fund.

This event is FREE TO ATTEND and is targeted to all Scottish services businesses who desire to increase their business profitability and growth through international markets.  

The excellent guest speakers will discuss how they have implemented an effective international strategy and as a result increased their international sales.

John McLaren, Practice Director, J+F Johnston Limited

Since 1900, J+F Johnston, architects, designers and planners have been shaping building environments in the UK, Europe and Africa.  

In the late 1970’s, more overseas opportunities emerged and in 1987 J&F Johnston Overseas Limited was incorporated.

John became a partner in 1974 and has been instrumental in the development of J+F Johnston Overseas Ltd in West Africa.  He will share his experiences both positive and the challenges they have faced in working internationally.

Malcolm MacMillan, Business Development Director, Peach Digital

Peach Digital is an interactive digital agency helping clients enhance & expand their business online.  They work across a variety of different industries, clients include: Vue Cinemas, Crieff Hydro and Stewart Milne.

Peach digital are an ambitious company who recently took part in an international strategy session.  They will provide a first hand insight into how they are moving forward with their international strategy.

This is a must attend event which will provide you with:

• Speakers who will share their experience, concerns, challenges and opportunities in global markets.
• An understanding as to the importance of international growth to add value to your business.
• A range of support to help you prepare, plan and embark on international growth.