# Scottish Innovators Network

The Scottish Innovators Network is a Glasgow-based community organisation dedicated to supporting inventors, entrepreneurs and innovators in turning their ideas into viable businesses. Founded by experienced innovators and entrepreneurs themselves, the network recognises that whilst Scotland has a rich heritage of innovation, the journey from concept to commercial success is complex and often daunting.

The organisation serves as a practical intermediary between members and the bewildering landscape of government support agencies, including Scottish Enterprise, Highlands & Islands Enterprise and Business Gateway. Rather than leaving innovators to navigate these resources alone, the network acts as a guide and peer support system, drawing on the collective expertise and experience of its membership.

What sets this organisation apart is its peer-to-peer approach. It functions as a collaborative community where members help each other solve problems, develop concepts and advance projects. The group facilitates knowledge sharing through regular meetings, project collaboration, and dedicated forums for both problem-solving and concept development. Membership is free and open to anyone willing to sign a mutual non-disclosure agreement, ensuring a trustworthy environment for sharing sensitive ideas and business information.

The network operates with a practical, hands-on philosophy encapsulated in their tagline "Innovators helping Innovators." Rather than offering generic business advice, they provide access to a network of people who have faced similar challenges and understand the specific obstacles to commercialising innovation in Scotland.