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The Herald Scotland
a day ago
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Glasgow is on the up – we need just new powers and resources to thrive
Read more: At Glasgow Airport in Renfrewshire, AMIDS continues to grow and develop as Scotland's principal location for Advanced Manufacturing, acting as a hub and key resource for industry and innovators throughout the country. From its beginning as the location for the University of Strathclyde's Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), AMIDS has gone on to be the chosen location for the Scottish Government and Scottish Enterprise-funded National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS). NMIS, which receives major funding from the UK's Catapult programme as one of its core facilities, is operated by Strathclyde and is helping transform Scottish manufacturing providing companies with access to new manufacturing technologies collectively known as 'Industry 4.0'. Additionally, industry partners CPI chose AMIDS to locate its £88M, UK-leading Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre (MMIC) using continuous manufacturing technologies to produce vital new medicines. MMIC has invested a further £10M in a new Oligonucleotide Manufacturing Innovation Centre of Excellence (OMICE) to help develop sustainable manufacturing processes for new drugs to help treat cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer's; this again has benefitted from both national and devolved government support. The importance of technology (Image: PA) The Innovation Districts and the Glasgow City Region Cabinet's ten-year track record of delivering the joint UK and Scottish Governments' £1.13Bn City Deal programme provides the UK government with assurance that their funding of a £44M Innovation Accelerator and £160M Investment Zone will bear real fruit in boosting regional and national growth, productivity and jobs. These pump-priming investments will leverage a further £347M in private funding and generate growth across advanced manufacturing, quantum technologies and the space sector, supporting over 10,000 jobs and creating new skills and market opportunities. However, Glasgow City Region (GCR) and its partners, including the Glasgow Economic Leadership (GEL) Board, can deliver more if they had powers, resources and flexibilities from Scottish and UK governments. GCR is already showing the value of strategic collaboration across local authorities, business and academia as well as with Scottish and UK government agencies. This would require Glasgow City Region receiving new powers and responsibilities for skills and apprenticeships to help better match regional skills demand with strategic skills supply - as was proposed by the Withers' Review. For the UK Government, Glasgow could be treated on the same basis as major English metropolitan areas like Greater Manchester and the West Midlands which have been granted 'single pot' budgets allowing them to better coordinate resources across economic and social programmes to best meet their needs. Last week's announcement by Lord Patrick Vallance, UK Minister for Science, Research and Innovation, that Glasgow would be awarded £30M of Local Innovation Partnership funding, alongside its English peers, is welcome evidence that the UK Government in Lord Vallance's words is committed to 'support places with the greatest untapped productivity potential'. This latest award is testament to the power of partnership working across the city region and its innovation partners as well as with UK and Scottish governments and their agencies. And it is warmly welcomed by the GEL Board. GEL brings together senior leaders and executives from GCR's private, public and academic sectors and across key sectors including Advanced Manufacturing, Life Sciences, Finance & Business Services, Tourism & Events, Creative Economy, Digital Technology and Higher & Further Education. This unprecedented business connectivity underpins GEL's role as the primary 'business community advisor' to the GCR Cabinet and supports sectoral delivery of real economic impact. The GEL Board now has a city region-wide remit, however its focus remains the same: to drive greater strategic alignment in economic development efforts from the private, public and academic sectors and to support greater investment across Glasgow city region, across key sectors, the innovation economy and in new skills and job opportunities. GEL has responded positively to the calls from Councillor Susan Aitken, chair of the GCR Cabinet, and Stuart Patrick, CEO of Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, to define and seek greater powers to turbo charge the next phase in the development of Glasgow city region. To explore this further, the GEL Board is delighted that the Deputy First Minister and the Secretary of State for Scotland will participate in our next meeting. Encouragingly, they have both accepted and will attend together. We have shown that things work best when collaboration is prioritised. We have an opportunity to move the partnership working between GCR and the Scottish and UK governments to a new level and to provide GCR with the support to enable it to deliver for its citizens, the city region, Scotland and the UK. That is a prize that we can all get behind and the time to do it is now. Professor Sir Jim McDonald OBE is the principal of the University of Strathclyde and co-chair of the Glasgow Economic Leadership Board
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Catapult Acting Studios Celebrates 10 Years of Impact in the Southeast's Film & TV Industry
Save the Date: 10-Year Anniversary Party on September 26, 2025 ATLANTA, June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Catapult Acting Studios is proud to celebrate its 10-year anniversary in 2025, marking a decade of inspiring and equipping actors of all ages and experience levels to succeed in the film and television industry. Since its founding in 2015, Catapult has become a cornerstone of the Southeast acting community, training thousands of actors of all ages—from first-timers to working professionals—and helping them navigate the ever-evolving entertainment landscape. Over the past decade, Catapult has created a supportive space for actors to grow both artistically and personally. The studio's diverse programming includes weekly on-camera classes, seasonal camps and workshops, private coaching, audition taping, and industry consultations, and the Catapult Conservatory, a selective, high-level training program for actors committed to long-term growth. Registration is currently open for Fall classes, with options available for youth, teens and adults. Through each offering, Catapult's mission remains the same: to deliver professional-level training and services that empowers actors to become not only better performers but also better people. "What we've built over the past 10 years is more than a training studio—it's a community," said Erik Lingvall, founder of Catapult Acting Studios. "We're incredibly proud of the countless actors we've seen land roles, sign with agents, and most importantly, grow in confidence, both on and off camera. Watching students go from their first class to booking major jobs has been one of the most fulfilling parts of this journey." The celebration will culminate in a 10-Year Anniversary Party on Friday, September 26, where past and present students, instructors, families, and industry professionals are invited to come together to honor the studio's legacy and look ahead to its future. Additional event details will be announced later this summer. From its Atlanta headquarters, Catapult has become a trusted resource for families, a pipeline to top talent agencies, and a respected name among casting directors. As Georgia's entertainment industry continues to thrive, Catapult remains committed to preparing local actors for a successful TV and Film career. For more information about classes, audition taping, workshops, showcase opportunities, and anniversary celebration updates, visit or contact the studio directly at 404-500-7897. About Catapult Acting Studios:Founded in 2015, Catapult Acting Studios provides film and TV acting training for students ages 4 and up. Through a robust slate of classes, private coaching, audition taping, workshops, camps, and industry education, the Atlanta-based studio equips actors with the tools to succeed in front of the camera and beyond. Catapult's holistic approach to training emphasizes skill-building, character development, and personal growth. Spots for classes and workshops sell out, please visit for more information, book your free tour, and to reserve your class spot today! Contact:Media / PressNicole Buie404-500-7897nicole@ | info@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Catapult Acting Studios
Fashion Network
23-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Cole Haan to enter performance wear arena, names new golf president
Cole Haan announced on Thursday a new partnership with Catapult Group for the creation of the American lifestyle brand's new performance apparel division. Upclose, the deal will bring to market Cole Haan golf apparel, with racket sports and performance lifestyle collections to follow. Scott Davis of Catapult Group will lead the new division as president of Cole Haan golf, overseeing global strategy and go-to-market operations. Davis boasts 25 years of experience across global fashion, golf brands, and retailers, and is known for driving growth and brand evolution, according to a press release. "Since re-entering the golf footwear category in 2021, we have been focused on a journey to bring well-designed, high-quality performance footwear and apparel to professionals and enthusiasts who live a 24/7 lifestyle—from the back nine to the corner office and everywhere in between," said Jack Boys, CEO at Cole Haan. "With Scott Davis and the Catapult team as our partners, we have the proven expertise needed to deliver on products at the intersection of style and performance—bringing a uniquely Cole Haan perspective to one of the world's fastest-growing sports." The first drop will launch globally in spring 2026. "It's a true honor to operate as president, Cole Haan golf at Catapult and help steward a brand celebrated for nearly a century of craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless American style," said Davis. "As a longtime PGA professional, I am deeply proud to bring my experience in the game to this exciting new chapter—introducing a golf apparel collection that merges performance with sophistication and extending the brand's legacy into the world of golf. This initiative underscores our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of today's athletes while staying true to the values that have defined Cole Haan for generations." Cole Haan is an American lifestyle brand distributed in over 100 countries.
Fashion Network
22-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Cole Haan to enter performance wear arena, names new golf president
Cole Haan announced on Thursday a new partnership with Catapult Group for the creation of the American lifestyle brand's new performance apparel division. Upclose, the deal will bring to market Cole Haan golf apparel, with racket sports and performance lifestyle collections to follow. Scott Davis of Catapult Group will lead the new division as president of Cole Haan golf, overseeing global strategy and go-to-market operations. Davis boasts 25 years of experience across global fashion, golf brands, and retailers, and is known for driving growth and brand evolution, according to a press release. "Since re-entering the golf footwear category in 2021, we have been focused on a journey to bring well-designed, high-quality performance footwear and apparel to professionals and enthusiasts who live a 24/7 lifestyle—from the back nine to the corner office and everywhere in between," said Jack Boys, CEO at Cole Haan. "With Scott Davis and the Catapult team as our partners, we have the proven expertise needed to deliver on products at the intersection of style and performance—bringing a uniquely Cole Haan perspective to one of the world's fastest-growing sports." The first drop will launch globally in spring 2026. "It's a true honor to operate as president, Cole Haan golf at Catapult and help steward a brand celebrated for nearly a century of craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless American style," said Davis. "As a longtime PGA professional, I am deeply proud to bring my experience in the game to this exciting new chapter—introducing a golf apparel collection that merges performance with sophistication and extending the brand's legacy into the world of golf. This initiative underscores our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of today's athletes while staying true to the values that have defined Cole Haan for generations." Cole Haan is an American lifestyle brand distributed in over 100 countries.
Fashion Network
22-05-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Cole Haan to enter performance wear arena, names new golf president
Cole Haan announced on Thursday a new partnership with Catapult Group for the creation of the American lifestyle brand's new performance apparel division. Upclose, the deal will bring to market Cole Haan golf apparel, with racket sports and performance lifestyle collections to follow. Scott Davis of Catapult Group will lead the new division as president of Cole Haan golf, overseeing global strategy and go-to-market operations. Davis boasts 25 years of experience across global fashion, golf brands, and retailers, and is known for driving growth and brand evolution, according to a press release. "Since re-entering the golf footwear category in 2021, we have been focused on a journey to bring well-designed, high-quality performance footwear and apparel to professionals and enthusiasts who live a 24/7 lifestyle—from the back nine to the corner office and everywhere in between," said Jack Boys, CEO at Cole Haan. "With Scott Davis and the Catapult team as our partners, we have the proven expertise needed to deliver on products at the intersection of style and performance—bringing a uniquely Cole Haan perspective to one of the world's fastest-growing sports." The first drop will launch globally in spring 2026. "It's a true honor to operate as president, Cole Haan golf at Catapult and help steward a brand celebrated for nearly a century of craftsmanship, innovation, and timeless American style," said Davis. "As a longtime PGA professional, I am deeply proud to bring my experience in the game to this exciting new chapter—introducing a golf apparel collection that merges performance with sophistication and extending the brand's legacy into the world of golf. This initiative underscores our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of today's athletes while staying true to the values that have defined Cole Haan for generations." Cole Haan is an American lifestyle brand distributed in over 100 countries.
