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John Robertson Wright

Award
Honorary Degree of Doctor of the University (DUniv)
Date of ceremony
Saturday 4 December 2021

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John Robertson Wright in recognition of his contribution to building financial service links from Scotland to the Middle East, and beyond, and his support for Heriot-Watt University and higher education generally.

John Wright is a Commercial Banker with a strong International background. Since becoming a visiting Professor, Wright has engaged in an extensive Lecture Programme at home, in The Gulf and elsewhere about Leadership and Change and Leadership in the Implementation of Strategy. He also in his capacity as a Director and Chairman of several companies, established and directed a “Moving On” Programme which develops the latent Leadership capabilities in Executive Teams