Real people, real stories - hear from the businesses we’ve supported. From building a brand on a budget to finding the right marketing strategies, each story offers practical insights and inspiration to help you take your next step with confidence.
A bespoke candle maker has been able to accelerate the growth of her business and take on new premises after Business Gateway helped the team secure funding through the Business Gateway Local Growth Accelerator Programme.
Orkney’s first street food outlet has been launched by local entrepreneurs, following start-up support from Business Gateway
An Alloa-based cable supplier has expanded into new premises and will be taking on additional staff, following a 30% increase in sales during lockdown. This growth has been supported by Business Gateway's DigitalBoost programme.
A family-run outdoors adventure company has adapted to the pandemic with the launch of new services such as paddle board and canoe hire and has praised guidance and advice received from Business Gateway.
A restaurant has expanded its offering online during COVID-19 with the launch of a cookery school and takeaway service, after engaging with DigitalBoost.
Love Learning, a social enterprise specialising in the delivery of social care across the central belt, has praised support from Business Gateway.
Thanks to expert support, Studio Vans successfully launched during lockdown and has now introduced a waiting list to cope with demand from across the UK.
A five-star boutique hotel turned to Business Gateway for direction on how to mitigate the impact of coronavirus during lockdown.
Ecoanolytes experienced a 12000% increase in sales due to demand for cleaning products during Covid-19, following support from Business Gateway.
Boozy Events successfully adapted its offering during lockdown to deliver over 1,600 virtual drink experiences to customers across more than 15 countries.
Dunclyde was awarded a prestigious government grant of £42,197, which will enable its expansion and growth over the next six months.
Thanks to expert business support, Fletcher Fabworks launched during COVID-19 and has attracted a variety of customers during challenging trading conditions.
