Connections - In conversation with

In this series, we speak to well-known Scottish brands to explore their story and gain insight into what it’s like to run some of Scotland's fastest growing businesses.

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In conversation with Johnstons of Elgin

27th October 2021
21 minutes

In this episode, host Danny Gallagher, Business Gateway Highland Manager, is joined by Simon Cotton, CEO of Johnstons of Elgin, Scotland’s second oldest family business and home to one of the most prominent mills in the world producing luxurious woven and knitted textiles from cashmere and fine wools.

Join us for this in-depth discussion that explores the story behind Johnstons of Elgin, how the business has adapted to challenges presented by the pandemic, and why sustainability, circularity and slow fashion is at the heart of everything they do.

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