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.

What we do

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Networking

Events

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

Events

Learn

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

Learning

Join

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

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Partner

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

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Prosperity through collaboration

It has never been more important for the private, public and voluntary sectors to work in partnership to achieve a more prosperous country for the people and businesses who call Scotland their home.

Judith Cruickshank

CHAIR, SCOTLAND BOARD
The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS)

Reach & Influence

Being a part of Prosper has really helped access to policymakers, influencers and MSPs relevant to our government interactions, as well as connecting us with other like-minded organisations across Scotland.

Sam Calvert

Chief Revenue Officer
GoFibre

A great way to engage

Being a member of Prosper is a great way to engage with colleagues across the private and public sector in the Highlands and Islands and beyond.

The regional committee includes key industry leaders and provides excellent feedback on initiatives and policies which HIE is developing.

Prosper’s programme of conferences and events is another strength of the organisation, along with valued projects like its Young Engineers and Science clubs and Productivity Clubs.

Stuart Black

Chief Executive
Highlands and Islands Enterprise

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.

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