TecTonic Night Summit, the vibrant community event that celebrates Scotland’s thriving digital and creative business ecosystem, will return on May 29, 2025, as part of Glasgow Tech Week.
Acting as the week’s premier “market square” evening gathering, TecTonic will provide an inclusive, high-energy showcase of innovation, connectivity and collaboration within Scotland’s tech, digital and creative community.
This May, TecTonic will once again connect entrepreneurs, investors, creatives, and digital talent from Scotland and beyond, making Glasgow the ultimate destination for the digital and innovation community.
The event will follow Glasgow City Innovation District’s (GCID) headline event, Fusion Fest, and complement a variety of curated sessions and gatherings across Glasgow Tech Week, 26 – 31 May 2025, spotlighting our city’s innovation landscape.
Nick Murray, Director of TecTonic, said: “The strength of Scotland’s tech, digital and creative sectors lies in our commitment to collaboration and the sharing of ideas across disciplines and communities. TecTonic Night Summit embodies that ethos, bringing together 50+ partners and community groups, a diverse array of thinkers, creators, advisors and entrepreneurs to celebrate how we are evolving as an ecosystem.”
Dana Schwendtner, Chapter Lead at F*ckUp Nights Glasgow, a partner of the event, shared her excitement about the summit’s role in amplifying Glasgow’s dynamic community: “Glasgow’s entrepreneurial ecosystem has grown tremendously in recent years, becoming a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation.
“We’re thrilled to support an event that highlights the incredible local talent and celebrates the creativity, resilience, and collaboration at the heart of Glasgow’s tech scene. Events like this highlight Glasgow’s network’s strength and potential for future growth.”
Johnston Carmicheal Chartered Accountants return as sponsors, along with Barclays Eagle Labs, CalypsoTech and Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP. Shaun Millican, Partner and Head of Business Advisory and Technology & Life Sciences at Johnston Carmichael, said “We’re proud to support TecTonic Night Summit, an event that brings Scotland’s entrepreneurial and digital communities together in a meaningful and dynamic way.
“At Johnston Carmichael, we are committed to working alongside ambitious founders and business leaders, providing hands-on support, strategic advice, and financial expertise to help them achieve their growth objectives.
“Events like TecTonic play a crucial role in fostering collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and investment in Scotland’s innovation ecosystem. We’re excited to be part of it and to offer up guidance via Office Hours on the night.”
TecTonic – 29 May 2024, Barras Art and Design, 17.00 – late
TecTonic Night Summit Highlights
Attendees can expect an engaging mix of interactive digital experiences, including AR and VR installations, business growth and tech career mentorship, exhibitors, a local creator marketspace, keynote sessions, live music, and performances celebrating the diversity of Scotland’s tech, digital and creative ecosystem. Highlights will include:
- Ecosystem Collaboration: The event will gather an array of business support organisations and community groups, promoting the rich diversity of Glasgow’s startup and tech scene.
- Mentorship & Business Advice: With support from Barclays Eagle Labs, CodeBase, Cambridge Judge Business School, Capital Enterprise, AccelerateHER, Scottish Technology Club, and other partners, attendees can book time with industry experts for guidance on business challenges and opportunities, as well as specific tech career support
- Interactive Installations: Attendees can explore digital art installations, VR demos, and tech showcases in collaboration
- Creators Courtyard: An outdoors marketplace showcase of local businesses, artisans and creatives
- Startup & Business Service Showcase: A dedicated exhibition space will feature startups, local entrepreneurs, and business support providers, fostering visibility and networking within the ecosystem.
TecTonic Night Summit promises to be an inclusive, energising convergence of Scotland’s innovators, a celebration of the unique creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Glasgow’s tech, digital and creative community, and a vital element of Glasgow Tech Week’s mission to promote connectivity and growth within Scotland’s burgeoning tech sector.
