The Future of Our Towns: Innovation, Identity and Investment

19 Jan 2026

This session explores how fresh ideas, emerging technologies and new approaches can help revitalise our town centres. It will consider what makes our towns unique, how we can celebrate and protect that identity, and how to attract and sustain the investment and resources needed to support long-term, resilient town centre renewal.

 

Chairperson
Kimberley Guthrie
Kimberley Guthrie, Chief Officer - Scotland's Town Partnerships
Speakers
Natalie McShane
Natalie McShane, BID Manager - Paisley First
Ross Grant
Ross Grant, Project Manager - Aberdeen Inspired
Tracy Murray
Tracy Murray, Town Centre Regeneration Officer - East Ayrshire Council
Tony L'Anson
Tony L'Anson - Milngavie Town Centre BID