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CRAIG MARTIN, CHAIR OF THE GLASGOW EMPLOYER BOARD
SPOTLIGHT: C
raig Martin, the Head of Human Resources at Glasgow Airport, is playing a significant role in developing the
workforce in the Greater Glasgow area. He is Chair of the Glasgow Employer Board, a voluntary organisation supported by the Chamber’s Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) programme. Glasgow Business asked him about his work.
What is the Glasgow Employer Board (GEB)? The Glasgow Employer Board (GEB) is an employer-led forum with representation from more than 40 organisations. It sits within Glasgow Chamber of Commerce and provides employer leadership to employment skills programmes across the city.
What is the board trying to achieve? The GEB aims to have a significant impact on the employment and skills agenda and seeks to inspire business and public sector leaders to work together for the benefit of the city.
Why do you think Chamber members should get involved in your work? We need a robust talent pipeline of the right skilled people for individual businesses and the wider city to thrive. There is also a strong altruistic reason to get involved to ensure that everyone, whether young or old, the disadvantaged or individuals with special needs, are given the every opportunity to enjoy meaningful work and fulfil their potential.
What has been your highlight as Chair in the last 12 months? Being given the opportunity to present the progress that has been achieved by
Craig Martin, Chair, Glasgow Employer Board
I’d wave my wand to
transform the thinking on skills and employment from being a short- term cost to a long- term, strategic investment”
Glasgow Airport is the international gateway to Glasgow and the West of Scotland – what impression would you want visitors to leave with after their visit? At the airport we are in the privileged position of being the first and last impression of the city, but this also carries a big responsibility. We want to ensure that everyone passing through the airport has a warm Glasgow welcome and a fond farewell to give them a positive lasting memory of the city.
You supported the #nowrongpath campaign last year – what message would you tell your 17-year-old self now? Don’t fall into the trap of studying subject matter, or pursuing a career, that is considered conventional or expected. Do something you love!
the Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Glasgow group (which is led by the GEB) at the DYW National Advisory Group. This is a high-profile group including the Deputy First Minister, the Minister for Employability & Training and Sir Ian Wood, who led the Commission for Developing Scotland’s Young Workforce. Leona Seaton, who works with the Chamber, and I were proud to showcase the progress achieved in this area.
If you had a magic wand, what is the single biggest change you would make to the employment and skills landscape in the Glasgow City Region? I’d wave my wand to transform the thinking on skills and employment from being a short-term cost to a long-term, strategic investment.
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