ScotlandIS appoints Andrew Weir as Chief Executive Officer

• The membership and cluster management organisation for Scotland’s digital technologies industry has named Andrew Weir as its new CEO.
• He will formally take up the position on 1 July.
• The recruitment process attracted a strong and diverse field of candidates from across the technology sector, underlining the significance of the role and the organisation’s standing within the industry.

ScotlandIS, the membership and cluster management organisation for Scotland’s digital technologies industry, has appointed Andrew Weir as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 1 July. He succeeds Karen Meechan, who stepped down in May this year.

As CEO, Andrew will lead ScotlandIS’ mission to strengthen Scotland’s technology ecosystem at home and abroad, support its growing membership and foster greater collaboration between industry, government and key stakeholders.

Andrew brings over 28 years’ experience in digital transformation across the public and private sectors, supporting businesses in financial services, manufacturing, logistics, pharmaceuticals and more. Most recently, as Transformation Programme Manager at multinational engineering company Weir Group, he led initiatives that delivered millions of pounds in savings by reducing IT spend and improving internal business functions.

Andrew has also held senior advisory and government roles throughout his career, including positions within both the Scottish and UK Governments, and spent 17 years as an independent consultant supporting organisations through complex transformation programmes.

Speaking on his appointment, Weir said: “It’s a real honour to be joining ScotlandIS, an organisation that plays such a vital role in championing Scotland’s technology sector and is so widely respected across industry and government.

“This is an incredibly exciting time for Scotland’s technology sector – digital technologies and AI are shaping every industry, and the UK’s AI agenda shows how seriously government is taking this. I look forward to working with members, partners and stakeholders to strengthen connections and showcase Scotland’s innovation and expertise on a global stage.

“My immediate priority will be to listen, learn and build strong relationships with the wider community to ensure ScotlandIS continues to support a thriving and ambitious technology sector.”

Andrew Williams, CEO at Apptrix.ai and chair of the ScotlandIS board added: “Andrew brings a wealth of experience spanning multiple sectors and a proven track record of delivering meaningful change. His understanding of both the digital economy and the public sector landscape makes him exceptionally well placed to lead ScotlandIS through its next chapter.

“At a time when technology is playing an increasingly critical role in driving economic growth and innovation, Andrew’s ability to connect industry and government will be invaluable. We are delighted to welcome him to the organisation and are confident that his leadership will help strengthen Scotland’s technology ecosystem.”