Midlothian

Business Gateway Midlothian offers expert help and support to new and existing businesses.

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Meet the Team

The Business Gateway Midlothian service is delivered by Midlothian Council’s Economic Development team.

  • Ali

    Ali

    Business Adviser

    Ali joined the Business Gateway Midlothian team in 2021, bringing with him retail management, business development, client engagement and leadership skills. Ali’s previous role engaging with businesses while working with Investors In People puts him in a unique position to help your business and employees thrive. He is a champion of the Flexible Work Agenda and can support you as you create a framework for your team. With a Masters in Business Administration and a dedication to helping businesses start up and flourish, Ali can advise and direct on all areas of your new business to ensure you hit the ground running.

  • Nathan

    Nathan

    Business Adviser

    Nathan is Midlothian’s Tourism, Culture and Heritage Officer, providing dedicated Business Gateway Support to businesses in the sector. With a keen grasp of Scotland’s tourism landscape and experience developing and implementing tourism initiatives, Nathan supports new to tourism businesses and those experiencing growth and diversification. Nathan's track record includes a history of productive partnerships with other enterprise agencies, engaging with businesses and representative bodies, and a nuanced comprehension of economic development within Local Government. With a 1st class degree in International Business Management and MSc in Strategic Project Management, Nathan can support your tourism business reach its full potential and help showcase all Midlothian has to offer.

  • Ewan

    Ewan

    Business Adviser

    A Strathclyde Business School Honours graduate in International Business with Entrepreneurship, Ewan empowers new and growing businesses to help them succeed and thrive. Ewan is a small business owner himself, operating an Ecommerce business for over 5 years. His knowledge, skills and hands-on experience, combined with his passion for sustainability and the circular economy, make him perfectly placed to support our local business base in Midlothian. Supporting start-ups and established businesses through strategic planning, growth, and sustainable development, Ewan can help your business build resilience while reducing your environmental impact.

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Our Adviser is available for walk-in or booked in-person appointments every Thursday, 10am – 4pm, at our location at BASE Hub at Edinburgh College, Midlothian. To book an appointment, call 0131 516 6944 or complete our contact form.

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