Case Studies

Our case studies highlight the ways in which Business Gateway has helped Scottish businesses get started and grow.

Jacqueline Thompson

Former Michelin level pastry chef launches granola range

A former Michelin level pastry chef has launched a new range of healthy granola after the owner accessed specialist support from Business Gateway.

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Island Spirit

Stornoway whisky shop acquires new premises

A Stornoway whisky shop is set to expand into additional commercial premises after accessing support from Business Gateway.

29th September 2025

Clay

Montrose pottery studio fires up growth

A Montrose-based pottery and creative arts studio has invested in new equipment to expand its classes and improve production after securing £4,500 in grant funding from Angus Council, thanks to support from Business Gateway.

29th September 2025

Anca with Business Adviser Ailsa 2

Lanarkshire local turns passion for dogs into thriving business

A Cumbernauld local has turned her passion for dogs into a thriving business after she accessed start up support from Business Gateway.

11th August 2025

Afro Indie Series

Aberdeen locals to launch city’s first music week 

Two Aberdeen locals are set to launch the city’s first ever music week after accessing support from Business Gateway.

23rd July 2025

Dr Haseeb Hamid Founder of Med Snapp

Doctor secures £65k Scottish Enterprise grant for innovative AI-powered education platform

An East Renfrewshire doctor has secured £65,000 in funding from Scottish Enterprise to develop an innovative medical education platform, following tailored support from Business Gateway East Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire Council.

22nd July 2025

Kelly Residential

Family-run East Renfrewshire estate agent grows team

A family-run independent estate agent in East Renfrewshire has experienced rapid growth and expanded its team and operations after receiving support from Business Gateway.

18th July 2025

Bring Together 4

Dundee-based social enterprise uniting communities across Scotland

A Dundee-based social enterprise supporting Ukrainian families is set to expand its services across Scotland after receiving vital support from Business Gateway.

24th June 2025

Wee Woodland

Nature play blossoms in North Uist

A North Uist business championing outdoor play and nature connection has developed a new woodland site with the support of Business Gateway.

18th June 2025

Hybrid Performance ABZ

Aberdeen PT grows business with new premises and £3K grant

An Aberdeen personal trainer has gained £3,000 in grant funding after accessing support from Business Gateway, enabling him to take his business to the next level with his own dedicated premises.

17th June 2025