James Laws

Managing Director

Our M.D James has been involved with the Food and Drink Hub from the very start and became MD in 2016. His passion for the Scottish Food and Drink industry is a key strength for driving the business forward. James has over 25 years of experience in the food and drink industry having held senior roles within Sainsbury’s Supermarkets and as Trading Director for Musgrave Retail Partners in Northern Ireland. James 10 years ago moved back to his native Scotland to undertake various consultancy roles, concentrating on the development of Micro, Small and Medium sized food and drink enterprises before supporting the setting up of the Food and Drink Hub.

James is a hands-on Director, he’s not afraid to roll up his sleeves and get stuck in wherever support is needed. He is passionate about the Scottish Supply base and building partnerships with the businesses end users. His desire to ensure that we support the industry in gaining access to markets is what drives the key values of the business, allowing us to deliver fantastic results for our customers and suppliers alike.