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Tom Smith and Sir Ian Wood address IoD on economic development

Tom Smith, Chairman of ACSEF, and Sir Ian Wood are to present their vision of economic development in Aberdeen City and Shire at the next IoD networking lunch on Thursday, May 14.

Tom Smith, himself a former IoD Aberdeen chairman, will present an update on the progress ACSEF is making in delivering the Building on Energy economic development strategy. Sir Ian Wood will talk about the specific proposal to create a new civic heart for Aberdeen at Union Terrace Gardens.

Commenting on the event, Ken McEwen, chairman of IoD Aberdeen and partner in an Aberdeenshire public relations consultancy, said:
"Particularly in the current uncertain market conditions everyone is keen to understand future plans to secure a strong business future for Aberdeen City and Shire.

"This lunch is a great opportunity for business people to find out more about ACSEF's development strategy. It will also be fascinating to hear from Sir Ian Wood about his enthusiasm and personal commitment to creating a new civic area in the centre of Aberdeen."

• The lunch will take place in the Royal Northern and University Club in Albyn Place, starting at 12.30pm. Bookings can be made online at www.iod.com/scotland or by calling Kate Whyte at IoD Scotland on 0131 557 5488 (email Kate.Whyte@iod.com).