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Octopus Energy, Scottish Business Survey, February 2025
Stratcom UK and Diffley Partnership were recently commissioned by Octopus Energy to conduct a Scotland-wide business survey examining the impact of energy costs on investment, recruitment, and business sustainability. The survey sampled 234 Scottish businesses, across all sectors and sizes, aiming to provide critical insights into how rising energy costs shape business confidence, economic outlook, and workforce strategies. The survey found that: Methodology: Brian Roy, Senior Associate at Stratcom UK said: “Our survey for Octopus Energy, delivered in conjunction with the Diffley Partnership, found that rising energy costs are having a major impact on Scottish…
This is Beyond V2.0 is launching this spring – and it’s a game-changer!
This is Beyond (TiB) is back! And this time it will be even better, building on the learning and insights from round one. As showcased at both the International Fundraising Congress in the Netherlands and the Chartered Institute of Fundraisings annual Fundraising Convention in London, TiB is heralded a bold initiative designed to break down barriers, push boundaries, and rethink how we engage with supporters. Why This is Beyond? TiB was born from the frustration of two fundraising strategists (me, Bethan Francis, Stratcom UK and Julie Roberts at More Strategic UK) who’ve seen countless charities…
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Thank you so much for putting the review together it is so helpful in planning the next phase and gives us some real evidence for making positive changes to things we couldn’t previously"
Jade Deeley
Individual Giving Manager


I have never felt more cared for by a company, or found one more fluid in their ability to work with the disabled. Having been with them for a while now I have seen the company grow and develop, making sure that the staff are just as cared for and valued at each and every stage. Management is very approachable and expectations in return are very obtainable. I have never enjoyed working so much”
Sharon
Telefundraising Team Member

Thank you so much for putting the review together it is so helpful in planning the next phase and gives us some real evidence for making positive changes to things we couldn’t previously"
Jade Deeley
Individual Giving Manager


I have never felt more cared for by a company, or found one more fluid in their ability to work with the disabled. Having been with them for a while now I have seen the company grow and develop, making sure that the staff are just as cared for and valued at each and every stage. Management is very approachable and expectations in return are very obtainable. I have never enjoyed working so much”
Sharon
Telefundraising Team Member