Scotland’s economic alliance.

Connecting business, government and civil society to turn ideas into reality.

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

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Blueprint 2025

Building Scotland's economic prosperity

Our Blueprint sets outs plans to unleash the full potential of Scotland’s industries, people and places to achieve our vision of world class prosperity across Scotland.

Housing Supply for a Growing Economy

Addressing Scotland's growth bottleneck

Drawing on insights from over 100 stakeholders, our research reveals the current backlog of homes risks derailing planned investment opportunities across Scotland.

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

A formidable Scotland-wide ecosystem of change-makers from all sectors and all industries.

Events

Over 40 FREE events annually, from Meet the Politician to awards dinners.

Learn

Innovation springs from collaboration. Learning from others gives unrivalled insights and sparks new ideas.

Join

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

Partner

Align your organisation with the trusted Prosper brand and gain visibility among influential leaders across the private, public, third, and political sectors.

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

Membership benefits are fantastic

The benefits of the Prosper membership are fantastic and Lifelink has been a member since 2015. Many of the day-to-day challenges of running a thriving business are the same irrespective of the sector or industries we work in.

Membership allows us to share learning with peers from a rich and diverse network, think about new ways of working and keep abreast of policy changes. The productivity clubs have also been instrumental in supporting our sustainability journey!

Jacqui Taylor

Chief Executive
Lifelink

Susan Love, ACCA

Furthers our partnership working

As a leading professional body ACCA is driven by our mission to be a force for public good.

Being part of Prosper enables us to contribute our expertise to crucial policy debates, engage with key networks and furthers our partnership working in Scotland.

Susan Love

Strategic Engagement
ACCA Scotland

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

21 Apr 2026

Hustings

The North East Decides – Election 2026

5:30pm
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen

Open to All

Hear from Scottish Parliamentary election candidates from across the north east in this hustings.

Thursday

30 Apr 2026

Peer Learning

Life Sciences in Dundee: Investments, Skills and Internationalisation

12:45pm
Life Sciences Innovation Hub
Dundee

Open to All, Peer Works

A half-day event exploring how the life sciences sector in Dundee can boost productivity through innovation, talent, and high‑growth opportunities.

Friday

1 May 2026

Peer Learning

Wake Up & Learn: Purpose in Business – A Practical Guide

9:00am
Copthorne Hotel
Aberdeen

Open to All, Peer Works

Join us for the launch of the 'Purpose in Business' guide and to hear from the inspiring founders of Brilliantly Brave.

NEWS

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17 April 2026 |

What we are doing to tackle Scotland’s productivity problem

7 April 2026 |

Developers raise concerns over risk to offshore wind investment in Scotland

3 April 2026 |

Business Hustings: Swinney warned over tax regime