Glasgow 2026 Limited
The success of such a prestigious event will depend on strategic leadership capable of navigating complex stakeholder landscapes, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering an unforgettable experience on the world stage. Recognising this, the 2026 Commonwealth Games Organising Committee sought visionary leaders who could inspire teams, manage large-scale projects, and drive strategic initiatives with precision and impact. Given the time-sensitive nature of the project, it was crucial to identify the right candidates as promptly as possible.
To meet this need, we executed a comprehensive search strategy, complemented by extensive networking activities, to identify individuals with deep expertise in event management and strategic leadership. Equally important, we sought candidates who embodied the passion and vision required to deliver an extraordinary event. Our executive search process was tailored to find leaders capable of thriving in the dynamic and high-pressure environment of a global event while fostering collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders.
We also designed and oversaw a robust assessment process allowing both internal and external stakeholders to gather the required level of assurance and confidence in each appointment.
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Livingston James provided excellent support to the recruitment of the Executive Team and Non-Executive Board members. Douglas and Kirsty were key to the successful outcome of the recruitment process. Their approach was very professional and extremely thorough, providing the Organising Company with a choice of highly talented candidates. All completed within a very tight timescale.
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We have become the first employee-owned business in our sector in Scotland.
Livingston James Group comprises two bespoke sub brands: Livingston James – our executive search and leadership advisory practice, and Rutherford Cross – our specialist finance recruitment practice. This wider group structure complements our robust search and assessment process, allowing clients to access our deep-rooted network and expertise.
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