Championing Responsible Growth

Celebrating Cohort 1 receiving their Responsible Growth Champion Awards at Ailsa X Forklifts, East Kilbride who hosted the program.

Every great journey starts with a question. For us, it was simple: How can we help leaders grow in a way that creates prosperity without leaving people or the planet behind?

With that vision, Think Partnership Limited was founded in January 2021. From day one, our mission has been clear: to create responsible growth champions and leaders who see success not just in numbers, but in the wellbeing of communities, the health of our planet, and the long-term value they build.

When we first started working with companies on their sustainability journeys, the focus was on building credible pathways. Many went on to secure major contracts and investment because of the strength and differentiation this created. It was rewarding work, but we began to feel we could do more.

That’s why we created our Responsible Growth Champion Program. Over 8 weeks participants explore responsible growth, net zero strategy, circularity, social impact, nature-positive business, and ESG reporting and transparency and how it applies to their business.

Reinforcing their learning through practical exercises, peer collaboration, and an interactive quiz. And the course hasn’t stood still. We’re constantly refining and improving it, learning from each cohort, and finding new ways to reach wider groups across different roles, generations, and cultures. Because true change happens when responsibility is something everyone carries with them in their decisions, no matter where they sit in a business or community.

Today, we are proud to share an exciting milestone: the first cohort of companies has completed our Responsible Growth and Business Resilience program and earned their Responsible Business Growth Champion award. Watching these organisations transform their mindset and embed responsibility into their culture has been nothing short of inspiring.

The course feedback surveys indicated the group reported a 60% uplift in knowledge and confidence in the sustainability and responsible growth principles.

Congratulations to the Ailsa X Team, joined by Rick from EP Forklifts

" Over the past eight weeks, we explored what responsible growth really means... growing commercially while acting responsibly toward people, communities, and the planet. The key lessons? Face challenges with responsibility, use sustainable practices to reduce risk, and build trust through consistent actions. Thank you to Think Partnership and all who joined us on this journey.”  Brendan Cairns, MD at Ailsa X Forklift Trucks, East Kilbride

Congratulations to Cairnhill Structures

"By embracing Responsible Business Practices, we reduce risks, inspire trust, and unlock innovation that drives long-term growth. Every choice we make, how we source, produce, and deliver shapes the world we leave behind. Together, we must build a future where businesses thrive in lasting harmony with the environment and society, ensuring resilience and prosperity for generations to come." Graeme Gilchrist, Quality Manager, Cairnhill Structures

"I’m pleased to have completed the Think Partnership - Responsible Growth Champion training. This was a highly engaging and valuable experience, equipping me with practical tools to support sustainable business growth. The programme provided fresh perspectives on embedding responsible practices into decision-making, and I’m looking forward to applying these insights within my role at Cairnhill to help drive meaningful impact." Sarah Devlin, Group Business Development Manager, Cairnhill Structures

Congratulations to Booth Welsh

"The Responsible Business Growth course reinforced how essential ESG and circular thinking are to our long-term success. With clients already asking us to demonstrate these principles in action, it’s crucial that we all play our part in bringing ESG into our everyday work. By working together, we’ll build a more resilient business and create a positive impact we can all be proud of." Mhairi Macmillan, HSEQ Advisor, Booth Welsh

Congratulations to New College Lanarkshire

"Adopting Responsible Practice is the future of business. New generations of customers are becoming more aware of the need to adapt products and process to protect the environment. Responsible Businesses must create a path to protect our home, Planet Earth." Stephen McKnight, Partnership Development Officer, New College Lanarkshire

Congratulations to Bullet Express & Simple Self Store

"I was delighted to be involved with the course . It gave me a great in-depth understanding what responsible and sustainable growth involves. I now have a clear understanding of the work we have already done, where we are at present and where we wish to get to . The path is clear , thank you guys"   David McCutcheon, Advisor, Bullet Express

Collaboration for deeper impact

Booth Welsh & Cairnhill Steel Structures joining forces for a better tomorrow

Special Thanks to Ailsa X Forklift Trucks

The EP Lithium-Battery powered Forklifts which featured in the training area. An excellent venue for responsible growth and business resilience discussions.

The hybrid program was run both online and at company premises. AilsaX Lithium- Battery Powered Forklift Trucks hosted the onsite sessions and we deeply appreciate the support and hospitality of MD, Brendan Cairns and his team who made everyone feel very welcome and were fabulous hosts.

If you want to see what you could save in switching to Lithium Battery powered forklifts, lookup Brendan and his team and use the calculator to see how much money and emissions you could save in making the switch.

A brighter, healthier and more sustainable future

With two cohorts now on this journey, we are reminded daily that building a brighter, healthier, and more sustainable future is not only possible, it is already happening. And this is just the beginning...

Contact us today at info@thinkpartnership.co.uk to explore how you can drive responsible growth, strengthen resilience, and build lasting trust across your organisation and supply chain.