The UK government's plans to tighten immigration make this discussion on International Founders more critical than ever!

Join me, Prof. Ross Tuffee (Entrepreneurial Residence at Stirling University) as I lead a conversation exploring the landscape, policy barriers, and vast economic opportunities presented by international talent. We start by highlighting the fact that international students make a net positive contribution to the Scottish economy of £4.7 billion pounds a year…

I’m joined by a panel of experts:

• Dr. David Donaldson (Senior Policy Officer, Universities Scotland)

• Bonnie Hacking (Program Manager at St. Andrews Innovations)

• Dr. Salisu Uba (Founder and CEO of NatQuest, and Adjunct Assistant Professor at Strathclyde University)

• Fash Fasoro (Founder of DataKirk and SyncPlex Lab, and a highly regarded immigration advisor)

The panel breaks down complex issues associated with immigration, including the recent changes to the Graduate Route visa, the financial barriers presented by immigration fees, the strategic advantages of the Global Talent Visa, and the inherent drive and "can do attitude" that international founders bring to the ecosystem.

Tune in to understand the crucial role international founders play and what must change to help attract and retain this vital talent in Scotland.

Note - all comments made on this podcast are made in a personal capacity and should NOT be taken as legal advice in any way.

Thank you to the panel for joining me and to Strathclyde University for hosting the event.

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