Tanny Gill

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About Tanny Gill

In the 20+ years I’ve spent at the heart of the UK cheese industry, I’ve watched a revolution unfold. Consumers are no longer just looking for "local"—they are demanding provenance, story, and artisan quality.From my time as Head of Cheese at Clarks to my most recent work with B Corp™ businesses, I’ve seen the pandemic shift habits permanently. Retailers and hospitality must now keep pace with a consumer who is more knowledgeable than ever before.But knowledge without mastery is a missed opportunity.I founded the Scottish Cheese Academy to bridge this gap. Having worked with everyone from farmhouse makers to Michelin-starred chefs, I realized that the deeper heritage of our cheese—and the professional skills required to showcase it—needed a dedicated home. At the Academy, we ensure that the next generation of cheesemongers, chefs, and retailers don’t just "sell" cheese; we help them master the craft, the technical excellence, and the powerful history behind every rind.Today, I lead the industry through two distinct platforms: The Scottish Cheese Academy, focusing on deep heritage and specialist training, and The Cheese Knowledge Tour, a nationwide movement I founded to empower retail and hospitality teams with producer-backed expertise.🧀 Founder of The Scottish Cheese Academy Professional Mastery | Heritage Preservation | Industry Consultancy 󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Putting Scottish Cheese on the Global Stage