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Scottish Event Campus strengthens leadership with two new executive director appointments
Glasgow, 24 March 2026 – The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) has revealed two senior additions to its leadership team, further strengthening its status as Scotland’s premier venue for conferences, exhibitions, and live events.
Dawn Lauder, previously Head of Association Sales, has been appointed Director of Conference Sales, succeeding Kathleen Warden, who is stepping down after 25 years at the SEC. Dawn joined the organisation in 2009 and has a number of senior roles, including Head of International Sales and Head of Association Sales. She played a key role in bringing landmark conferences such as COP26 to the SEC, helping to cement Glasgow’s global reputation as a hub for high-profile international events.
Meanwhile, Andrew Healy has been appointed Chief Financial Officer, joining from his role as Financial Director at DM Hall. His previous experiences includes roles with Scottish Rugby, Law Society of Scotland, and the Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh.
Commenting on the appointments, SEC Chief Executive Dominic McKay said: “Dawn’s expertise and experience in the global conference sector make her the perfect leader to drive the next phase of growth for our conference business. Andrew brings a wealth of financial and strategic experience across multiple sectors, which will be invaluable as we continue to invest in the future of the campus and deliver on our long-term ambitions. Kathleen has had an incredible history with the SEC and it’s great that she can stay on and support our ambitions in a new advisory role. Her experience continues to be a huge asset to the business.”
Over her 25-year career at the SEC, Kathleen has been instrumental in driving growth of the conference business, playing a leading role in attracting landmark events such as COP26, Interpol, the World Federation of Hemophilia Congress, and major global brand events. She has championed innovation and sustainability across the sector, helping the SEC become the world’s first Healthy Venue and a founder of the Net Zero Carbon Events movement.
Reflecting on her tenure, Kathleen said: “Every day has been a privilege and an honour. I’ve made enduring friendships here in Glasgow and around the world, and I’m delighted to continue supporting the SEC in my new advisory role as the campus enters its next chapter.”
Dawn added: “As a strong advocate for business events and having worked in the industry for 17 years, I’m delighted to be stepping into this role at such an exciting time for the SEC. I’m looking forward to working with our incredible sales team to continue winning and delivering world-class conferences for the SEC, Glasgow, and Scotland.”
Andrew said: “I am delighted to be joining the SEC and am very much looking forward to working with all the teams, the Board and wider stakeholders – both internal and external – at these iconic international venues. As plans to enhance activities on the Campus are developed and brought to life, it is a great time to be coming into this fantastic business and I am very excited to be starting later in the year.”
The appointments come after a record year for the SEC in 2025, with 52 conferences, 55 exhibitions, and 269 live performances, welcoming more than 2.3 million visitors across its three venues: the SEC Centre, SEC Armadillo, and OVO Hydro. These events continue to generate significant economic, social, and knowledge-exchange benefits for Glasgow and Scotland, further strengthening the SEC’s reputation as a world-class destination.
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