PPL’s Chief Information Officer, Mark Douglas, has been appointed as a Non-Executive Director of the Scottish Music Industry Association (SMIA).
Mark is one of five new appointments to the SMIA’s Board, joining a group of industry professionals from across music, culture and the wider creative industries. The new Board members will support the delivery of the SMIA’s 2025-2028 strategy, which focuses on strengthening Scotland’s music ecosystem and driving long-term, systemic change.
Commenting on the appointment, Mark said: “As a proud Scotsman that has spent a major part of my career in the music industry, I am absolutely thrilled at this appointment. To be able to help the SMIA drive forward its important agenda feels like a huge privilege.”
Mark has led PPL’s technology and data operations since joining the company in 2011, and plays a key role in PPL’s international technology partnerships.
SMIA CEO and Creative Director Robert Kilpatrick said the new appointments come at an important time for Scotland’s music sector, with growing membership and new investment helping to expand the organisation’s reach and impact.
Robert said: “Following a tough and turbulent few years for the sector, 2025 brings a renewed sense of optimism, innovation and determination to drive positive change. I’m excited to work with – and learn from – our new Directors as we continue our mission of strengthening, empowering and uniting Scotland’s music industry, and as Scottish music continues to play its part in building a fairer, stronger and more confident nation.”
The four other newly appointed members to the SMIA’s Board are:
- Ally McCrae – Development Producer, 4Studio (Channel 4); Artist Manager, Old Sea Brigade
- Jackie Wylie – Artistic Director and Chief Executive, National Theatre of Scotland
- Sharon Riley – Director, Business and Legal Affairs, Virgin Music Group
- Tom Gallacher – Director, Patterns Seem to Form
The SMIA Board works closely with the organisation’s leadership to help shape strategy, strengthen governance, and support the delivery of programmes such as the Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award.
