Open Hour session reveals more about being an Ambassador
Join us for an informal online session for anyone curious about getting involved as a volunteer inspiring young people about careers in food and drink.
Sizzling chef Fraser Cameron’s mission to inspire young talent
If we were looking for an Ambassador who can understand and encourage young talent, you would struggle to find a better choice than 28-year-old Fraser Cameron, head chef at The Globe Inn in Dumfries.
Young talent winner Amy moves from line to leader
Named as the Scotland Food & Drink Young Talent winner for 2025 in September, Amy Gillies’s journey from the production line to senior team leader at Lazy Day Foods is a great example of how to forge a fast and successful career path in the industry.
One year on, Eilidh Wynd reflects on the award that opened doors
Eilidh Wynd, commercial executive at Simon Howie Foods, has spent the last year proving exactly why she was named Scotland Food & Drink Young Talent winner in 2024.
Practical resources for ambassador activity success
We have pulled together a list of useful resources designed to save you time on admin, help you explain what you do and provide ready-made inspiration for your next activity.
"Ask the expert" Open Hour with Aileen Hamilton & Rebecca Hands
Project co-ordinator Emma Koubayssi is hosting a very special session of our monthly online community event later this month to kickstart your 2026 volunteering - Open Hour: ask the expert
Career spotlight: Daniel Muir of Supply Chain Scotland
Ambassadors all have their own stories and here we shine the career spotlight on supply chain consultant Daniel Muir, who is based in Perthshire.
Career spotlight: Moira Stalker of FDF Scotland
Ambassadors all have their own stories and here we shine the career spotlight on Moira Stalker, skills manager at FDF Scotland (Food & Drink Federation) and a driving force in the industry.
Career spotlight: Emma Koubayssi of Scottish Food & Drink Ambassadors
We meet Scottish Food & Drink Ambassadors project co-ordinator Emma Koubayssi - and ask her to share her story.
Career spotlight: Eilidh Wynd of Simon Howie
Ambassadors all have their own stories and here we meet one here - Eilidh Wynd, commercial executive at Simon Howie Foods - and ask her to share her story.
Autumn–winter opportunities for 2025
As we head into the autumn term, schools and colleges are busy planning events to help young people explore their next steps and there are plenty of opportunities for Scottish Food & Drink Ambassadors to get involved
A flavour of your role will inspire for Scottish Careers Week
Get ready, Ambassadors: Scottish Careers Week is back.
It's our chance to show the next generation what makes the food and drink industry a truly rewarding career destination where they can genuinely make a difference.
Our LinkedIn presence evolves: join, follow and share
There has been a significant evolution in the LinkedIn presence for Scottish Food & Drink Ambassadors, designed to enhance connection, collaboration and our collective impact.
Join the ninth #NoWrongPath campaign: this time running for a whole week
The highly anticipated ninth annual #NoWrongPath campaign, organised by Developing the Young Workforce (DYW), is on for a full week this year, running from Monday 4 to Friday 8 August.
Invitation to Drop In to Ambassadors’ Open Hour
An online community event later this month is a chance to say hello to the new Scottish Food & Drink Ambassadors Project Co-ordinator Emma Koubayssi.
New project co-ordinator at food & drink ambassador programme
The Scottish Food & Drink Ambassadors programme is embarking on a new chapter with the appointment of Emma Koubayssi as Project Co-ordinator.