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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The Wee Cottage Kitchen

North Uist catering business expands 

A North Uist catering business has purchased larger premises after the owners received specialist scale-up support from Business Gateway.

7th May 2025

Alexis Williams

Lanarkshire woman expands international business following redundancy

A Lanarkshire quality compliance expert has started her own quality assurance business after she received specialist start-up support.

7th May 2025

The Rebel Baker

Ayr bakery on the rise

A local Ayr bakery is on the rise after securing a listing with a national supermarket chain following support from Business Gateway.

7th May 2025

Swan Grace Pilates

Greenock reformer pilates studio secures over 350 clients in first three months

A Greenock local who opened the region’s first reformer pilates studio after accessing Business Gateway support has reached over 350 clients in the first three months.

7th May 2025

Solo Paws

Scottish dog chaperone business sees wedding bookings double

A Scottish dog chaperone business has seen wedding bookings double that of the previous year.

6th May 2025

Scotland Folk Tours 1

Stirling tourism business expected to reach £1.5 million turnover

A Stirling tour operator using traditional Scottish folk music as a way of enticing tourists to visit Scotland is expected to reach £1.5 million turnover.

8th April 2025

Mhairi Law Island Darkroom

Outer Hebrides photography studio takes on extra staff

An Outer Hebrides photography studio and textiles workshop has taken on two extra members of staff to keep up with customer demand.

8th April 2025

Wizard of Paws

Lanarkshire doggy daycare unleashes plans to grow business

A Lanarkshire dog walking business has doubled the size of its premises and is looking to bring in new staff.

8th April 2025

Lily Bee Team

Greenock skincare and wellness business set to expand into European market  

A Greenock business that has seen significant growth is now set to target the European market.

8th April 2025