Patrick Macdonald, Chairman of leading outsourced communications provider Moneypenny, has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (FRSE).

The RSE is Scotland’s national academy with a Fellowship of 1,800 drawn from the sciences, arts, business, professions and the third and public sectors. Founded in 1783, the RSE plays a leading part in advising policymakers, inspiring innovators and helping tackle the most pressing issues of the day.

Patrick said “I’m honoured to join the RSE and its fantastic group of Fellows whose expertise, understanding and knowledge contribute so much to social and economic wellbeing both nationally and internationally. I look forward to playing my full part in its influential and important work.”

Joanna Swash, Group CEO of Moneypenny, comments “playing our part in our communities is really important to all of us at Moneypenny, both on a local and national level. We’re very proud that Patrick has been elected as a Fellow at the RSE. It is a tremendous honour.”