Achi news desk-
Unsurprisingly, huge pay for energy company bosses has been in question, as people struggle with household bills amid the cost of living crisis.
AstraZeneca’s Pascal Soriot charge has also hit the headlines. And it emerged that Stephen Bird, chief executive of abrdn, received a large bonus amid hundreds of job cuts at the financial giant from Edinburgh.
READ MORE: Scotland’s space race heats up as Orbex hints at Sutherland launch next year
In addition to his big read on executive pay, Scott has an exclusive interview with Cara Laing, the new managing director of Scotch whiskey company Douglas Laing.
Elsewhere in this issue, my colleague Kristy Dorsey interviews Phillip Chambers, chief executive of Scottish rocket developer Orbex, who has some exciting revelations about what the future holds.
Mark Williamson has spoken to North Sea entrepreneur Andrew Austin, who makes his views clear about the UK Government’s surprise tax.
I’ve interviewed Heather Matthews, managing director of chauffeur-driven company Little’s, who reflects on the huge challenge of navigating the business through the dark days of the coronavirus pandemic and highlights the current growth trajectory.
The University of Strathclyde’s highly regarded Fraser of Allander Institute once again offers its expert economic insight, with Emma Congreve summarizing the recipe for success in navigating hospitality challenges.
READ MORE: North Sea deals collapse amid tax fears entrepreneur warns
Ann Wallace writes about the popular paddle steamer Waverley, which starts its summer season this month.
Fashion entrepreneur Antoinette Fionda-Douglas explores how women-led businesses have been disproportionately affected by the cost of doing business crisis.
Entrepreneur Willie Haughey shares his insight on affordable housing in his regular column.
Kristy Dorsey examines some worrying figures on the pensions of female entrepreneurs.
Gaby McKay writes about an internship program designed to give opportunities to non-white ethnicities and those from a poorer economic background.
READ MORE: Campaigners slam senior executive pay ‘bitter pill’
Once again the Herald’s business writers offer their expert views on key business and economic developments as they reflect on what they have been writing about in the past month.
Craig Munro, general manager of the AC Hotel By Marriott Glasgow, writes about what it takes to open successfully in a big city like Glasgow.
Meanwhile, business and life coach Ed Haddon offers his insight on why good communication is essential.
We hope you enjoy reading this issue of Business HQ Monthly, and find it valuable and informative.
