Charandeep Singh BEM appointed as new SCC CEO

Charandeep Singh BEM appointed as new SCC CEO

Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) is delighted to announce the appointment of Charandeep Singh BEM as its new Chief Executive. Following a rigorous UK wide recruitment process, Charandeep was the unanimous choice of the SCC Board and will officially take up the post on 1 February 2026. 

His appointment marks an exciting new chapter for SCC and our national network of 12,000 members, as we continue to champion Scotland’s business community at home and internationally. 

A Message from Charandeep Singh BEM

“I am honoured to take on the role of Chief Executive at a defining moment for Scotland’s business community. My top priority is to work in close partnership with our entire Chamber Network to represent our members and create meaningful economic growth opportunities.”

Charandeep Singh BEM Incoming Chief Executive 

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Rodney Ayre, President of SCC said:

“I am delighted to announce the appointment of Charandeep Singh to the prestigious role of Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce.

During a rigorous UK-wide recruitment process, we sought a high-calibre leader with the experience and dynamism to propel Scotland’s business community on the national and global stage.”

Rodney Ayre President, Scottish Chambers of Commerce

John W. H. Denton, ICC Secretary-General, commented:

“Charandeep’s appointment is a strong signal of Scottish Chambers of Commerce’s commitment to global trade and the vital role chambers play in shaping the international economy.” 

John W. H. Denton AO Secretary-general, International Chamber of Commerce 

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Dr Liz Cameron CBE, outgoing Chief Executive, added:

“I am delighted that Charandeep Singh has been appointed CEO of SCC. He has consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism and passion in dealing with some of the most challenging issues of our age.”

Dr Liz Cameron CBE Outgoing Chief Executive

Sarah Medcraf, Chief Executive or Moray Chamber of Commerce, shared:

“I am very pleased to see Charandeep Singh appointed as CEO of SCC. Moray Chamber has worked very closely with SCC as we have sought to boost Scotland’s regional exports on recent trade missions with Charandeep.”

 Sarah Medcraf CEO, Moray Chamber of Commerce 

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Scottish Chambers of Commerce is at the heart of Scotland’s largest and most influential business to business network. With an unrivalled network of 30 local Chambers of Commerce, we represent more than 12,000 companies and over 50% of Scotland’s private sector workforce.