Scottish Development International opens North American headquarters

JULY 1--Scottish Development International (Glasgow), a joint venture between the Scottish Executive and the economic development agency Scottish Enterprise, has opened its North American headquarters in Cambridge, MA. For more information on Scottish Development International, please visit www.scottishdevelopmentinternational.com.

The agency provides Scottish organizations with a variety of support services to help them develop and deepen business contacts, market their product and service offerings in North America, and establish relationships with venture capitalists and academic institutions. Scottish Development International will also work with North American companies seeking to source research and development or expand operations in Scotland.

"Scottish Development International's approach involves bridging the gap between university research and commercialization, bringing Scottish knowledge, skills, and innovation to the rest of the world," said Lorna Jack, director of North American operations for Scottish Development International. "Scotland is a business center for high-caliber research, innovation, and technology. From the pension system to the ATM to stem-cell research, Scotland has been at the forefront of innovation."