Gary McDonald

Gary McDonald is a seasoned professional in market development and marketing, currently serving as Senior Market Development Manager at Opportunity North East Limited since January 2017. With a focus on the Food, Drink and Agriculture team, Gary spearheads partnership initiatives to expand market access for businesses in Scotland and internationally, particularly in ecommerce and export markets. Previously, Gary held roles at Scotland Food & Drink and Donald Russell Ltd, where expertise in market development and marketing was established, including significant contributions to the UK's largest independent food retailer. Gary's foundational experience includes commercial buying and project coordination at Craig Group and other companies, supplemented by advanced education in entrepreneurial studies from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a joint degree in Politics and Management from the University of Aberdeen.