12 Armed Forces Champions Making Waves in Scottish Business – Meet the 2025 Winners!
Created on 28 Feb 2025
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Updated on 17 Mar 2025
On 26 February 2025, the Scottish Forces in Business Awards returned to Glasgow for another unforgettable evening, recognising the outstanding contributions of the Armed Forces community to Scotland’s economy. With over 300 nominations, only 12 exceptional winners were crowned, showcasing the remarkable achievements of veterans and service leavers in business.
Bringing together top business executives, military leaders, and political figures, the event celebrated the invaluable impact of Armed Forces talent in the corporate world.
Meet the 2025 Winners
🏆 Advocate of the Year (Individual)
Winner: Douglas Hill, GE Aerospace
Presented by: Gillian Currie, The MacRobert Trust / Douneside Military Club
🏆 Advocate of the Year (Organisation)
Winner: Officers’ Association Scotland
Presented by: Hatty Jackson, Troopr
🏆 Business Leader of the Year
Winner: Fiona Forrest-Anderson, Edinburgh Napier University
Presented by: Paul Harrison, Mott MacDonald
🏆 Innovator of the Year
Winner: Drew Gall, RDK Environmental
Presented by: Mark Hale, SP Energy Networks
🏆 Role Model of the Year
Winner: Danielle Wood, Barclays
Presented by: Lorraine Cadle, Forces Employment Charity
🏆 Military Values in Business Award
Winner: Stephanie Grieve, Scullion LAW
Presented by: Geoff Searle, BAE Systems
🏆 Outstanding Achiever of the Year
Winner: Scott Muir, Forces Employment Charity
Presented by: Walter Gallacher, SSAFA, the Armed Forces Charity
🏆 New Service Leaver of the Year
Winner: Helen Shropshall, Mott MacDonald
Presented by: Stephen Hunt, AECOM
🏆 Rising Star of the Year
Winner: Dane Clackworthy, CyberPrism
Presented by: Andrew Jackson, SaluteMyJob
🏆 Inspiration of the Year
Winner: Gerry McGregor, Veterans Tribe Scotland
Presented by: Heather McVeigh, Officers’ Association Scotland
🏆 Service Leaver of the Year
Winner: Gerry Boyd, Mott MacDonald
Presented by: Steven Maclaren, The National Robotarium
🏆 Team Leader of the Year
Winner: Ross Samson, BAE Systems
Presented by: James Woodward, Addleshaw Goddard
These individuals and businesses are leading the way for the next generation of Armed Forces talent to thrive in Scotland’s business landscape. By harnessing the leadership, resilience, and unique skills developed during their service, they’re demonstrating that the Armed Forces community is a true powerhouse of innovation, transformation, and business excellence. A special thanks is due to the Forces-friendly businesses that are proudly supporting their veterans, spouses, and reservist employees, showcasing the immense value this community brings to Scotland’s economy. Their commitment proves that investing in and empowering our Armed Forces community is essential to driving success and growth across all industries.