Elaine joined The Edinburgh Remakery as the new CEO in December 2019, bringing over 25 years’ experience of working in various roles within Local Authorities and not for-profit organisations. As Chief Operating Officer at Bright Green Business she led on providing Scotland’s number one Environmental Internship programme.
Now at the Edinburgh Remakery, she is driving forward the concept of Re-use and Repair through the community hub in Leith. Regularly giving talks to businesses and organisations across Scotland about the concept of reuse, repair, circular economy and social value. She is passionate about creating stronger collaborations between the third sector and public/private sectors.
Elaine first got involved with Circular Communities Scotland when she managed the Bright Green Business Network -working on a reciprocal membership basis with Circular Communities Scotland. The Edinburgh Remakery has been a long-term member of Circular Communities Scotland and under Elaine's leadership she has ensured that every aspect of the membership benefits was utilised. During Covid19 the support from Circular Communities Scotland has been a crucial element in the recovery planning for the Remakery. Now it's time to give back! Elaine looks forward to helping Circular Communities Scotland continue to provide a service to its members that is second to none.