Talent2Scale

Date - 12th November 2026

Time - 1400 - 1700

Location - The Lookout, Edinburgh Futures Insitute

Curated by Eden Scott


What To Expect

As businesses grow, the people challenges become increasingly complex. What works for a startup team of ten often isn't enough to support a business of fifty, one hundred or more. Successfully scaling requires more than hiring talented people. It demands the right leadership, culture, structures and strategies to help individuals and teams perform at their best.

Developing World-Class Teams to Scale is an interactive masterclass designed for founders and leaders who are navigating the transition from startup to scaleup.

Delivered in partnership with leadership and organisational development specialists Cosh and Co, the session will provide practical guidance on building the people foundations needed to support sustainable growth.


Session Content

Through expert insight, real-world experiences and peer discussion, attendees will explore the critical elements of building high-performing teams, creating a scalable culture and developing leadership capability across the organisation.

The session will address key topics including team development, culture design, performance and accountability, employee engagement and retention strategies that support long-term business success.

Alongside specialist input, founders, people leaders and business executives who have successfully scaled organisations will share their experiences, lessons learned and practical advice.

Interactive panel discussions, audience Q&A sessions and facilitated roundtable conversations will create opportunities to discuss common challenges, exchange ideas and learn from peers facing similar growth ambitions.


Key Takeaways

By attending, you will:

  • Understand how people strategies need to evolve as your business moves from startup to scaleup

  • Learn how to build and maintain high-performing teams during periods of rapid growth

  • Gain practical insight into creating a strong, scalable culture that supports performance and engagement

  • Explore leadership development approaches that help individuals and teams maximise their potential

  • Discover strategies for improving accountability, performance management and employee retention

  • Hear first-hand experiences from founders and leaders who have successfully scaled businesses

  • Build valuable connections with fellow business leaders facing similar growth challenges

Whether you're hiring your first leadership team, preparing for rapid growth or looking to strengthen your organisation's people strategy, this masterclass will equip you with the knowledge, tools and confidence to build a team capable of supporting your next stage of growth.