2024 has been a year of change and growth for The Data Lab. In this guest blog, Heather Thomson, our Interim CEO, reflects on a year of personal and professional milestones. From stepping into the role of Interim CEO to celebrating a decade of The Data Lab’s impact, Heather shares her journey of leadership, collaboration, […]
Joyce Dalgleish: Collaboration at the Heart of 2024
At The Data Lab, we’ve been lucky to collaborate with amazing partners like Joyce, the Scottish Government’s Data Innovation and Change Lead. This year, Joyce has been at the heart of some truly inspiring projects – from co-creating a vision for public sector data to working with The Data Lab to shaping events for the […]
Looking Back on 2024 with Dawn McAra-Hunter
As part of our December guest blog series reflecting on the year, we’re delighted to share insights from Dawn Hunter, Programme Manager for the Scottish AI Alliance and valued member of The Data Lab team. From welcoming new team members and revamping key initiatives like the Scottish AI Playbook to collaborating across Scotland’s AI community, […]
A Year of Challenges, Triumphs, and Growth: Reflections from Fash Fasoro
As we close out 2024, we’re pleased to feature this guest blog from Fash, a passionate leader and advocate for a more inclusive and innovative Scotland. In this thoughtful reflection, Fash looks back on a year that has shaped him both personally and professionally. From addressing Scotland’s demographic challenges to empowering international talent and inspiring […]
Adam Sroka’s 2024: A Year of Firsts
As 2024 draws to a close, we’re delighted to feature this guest blog from Adam Sroka, CEO of Hypercube and a valued member of The Data Lab’s Innovation Advisory Board. Adam reflects on a transformative year for Hypercube – one marked by their first office move, rapid team expansion, and groundbreaking projects in the energy […]





