our people
Focus North is a small, dedicated team, supported by a network of expert professionals drawn from across our partner organisations. We operate from Thurso in north west Caithness.
peter faccenda
Programme Manager
vicky rosie
Project Administration and Communications Officer
Nicola More
Freelance communications consultant
the opportunities on our doorstep
What’s so great about Caithness and Sutherland? In this short film, Peter and Vicky set out the cause for optimism – and why they find meaning in being part of the region’s transformation.
a word from our chair
The future is orange! I like to give delegates to the Focus North conference a cheeky reminder that Focus North is driving the opportunities that shape our region – and this line always brings a smile. The delivery may be light hearted, but the underlying message is profound. Far from being remote and rural, North Highland is at the centre of the emerging new economy. Ours is a region that powers Scotland, producing 12 times the electricity we consume. Browse these pages to discover our incredible region, or if you’d like an informal discussion about how you can be part of the change, get in touch with our team.
a word from our chair
The future is orange! I like to give delegates to the Focus North conference a cheeky reminder that Focus North is driving the opportunities that shape our region – and this line always brings a smile. The delivery may be light hearted, but the underlying message is profound. Far from being remote and rural, North Highland is at the centre of the emerging new economy. Ours is a region that powers Scotland, producing 12 times the electricity we consume. Browse these pages to discover our incredible region, or if you’d like an informal discussion about how you can be part of the change, get in touch with our team.
a word from our chair
The future is orange! I like to give delegates to the Focus North conference a cheeky reminder that Focus North is driving the opportunities that shape our region – and this line always brings a smile. The delivery may be light hearted, but the underlying message is profound. Far from being remote and rural, North Highland is at the centre of the emerging new economy. Ours is a region that powers Scotland, producing 12 times the electricity we consume. Browse these pages to discover our incredible region, or if you’d like an informal discussion about how you can be part of the change, get in touch with our team.
latest news
Browse our blog to discover the range of projects underway in North Highland.
Changing Perceptions: Focus North Conference 2026
The North Highlands is changing – and so is the story we have to tell about it. With major investment ahead, world-class expertise already here and new opportunities emerging across the region, this year’s Focus North Conference is about seeing our future through a...
No Wrong Path
This is a tense week for young people across Scotland, as they receive their exam results. Here at Focus North, we support DYW's No Wrong Path campaign, which runs every August. There is no single 'correct' route to the future, and a winding path can be an exciting...
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