Fife

Business Gateway Fife, delivering on behalf of Fife Council, offers a range of support and advice to individuals who are looking to set up in business, newly formed businesses and existing businesses who are looking to grow and develop.

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Meet the Team

Here in Fife we offer a range of initiatives to help your business - whatever stage you may be at - from our webinar programme, business advice, 1:1 surgeries and specialist support.

  • Fraser

    Fraser

    Senior Business Adviser

    Fraser has worked in Economic Development in both local authorities and the Business Gateway network for over 14 years. During this time, he has built up a strong and robust support network of partner associates and trusted advisers all over Scotland. He has supported start-up businesses and companies at various stages of their growth journey, up to Scottish Enterprise account-managed level. His current position as Senior Growth Adviser allows him to provide further support and direction to Fife-based companies looking to grow and to the economic development partner network in Fife.
  • Kevin

    Kevin

    Business Adviser

    Kevin has over 15 years of experience supplying consultancy services and also more than 30 years in the Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Steel and manufacturing industries at Managing Director level. He also worked with Scottish Enterprise for nine years. Kevin’s experience has involved significant International travel both in sales and purchasing roles. With a degree in business studies, HNC Mechanical Eng and a Diploma in Marketing, he is passionate about working with companies of all sizes on their growth strategies and owners to achieve their ambitions.
  • Alasdair

    Alasdair

    Business Adviser

    Alasdair joined the team in May 2013 as the adviser to High Value Start Up enterprises. Alasdair has 30 years of experience in both public sector (military) and private sector (tourism, art and sports management), and has held several high profile senior management positions. He has worked with a large number of diverse start-up and growth clients, specialising in online development, networking and marketing. He is an entrepreneur and facilitator, with a particular interest in communication and collaborative partnerships.
  • Lynne

    Lynne

    Business Adviser

    Lynne is a graduate in Business Management, with a BA in Commerce. She has, over a number of years, built up considerable experience in relationship management, PR, marketing and retail.
  • Marissa

    Marissa

    Business Adviser

    Marissa was first introduced to the world of business from a young age, when her family started their own business. After a number of years working as a housing officer for a social housing provider she took a leap of faith and became a business partner at age 26 running a successful car and motorcycle training school in Fife for over 10 years. Since leaving the business she then used her extensive business skills and knowledge to support a number of local and national charities as a business advisor, working specifically with Ethnic Minorities, Sports Organisations and latterly as the Fife Regional Manager for the Prince’s Trust where she supported young people between the ages of 16 and 30 to start their own business.
  • Shona

    Shona

    Business Adviser

    Shona joined the Start-up Team in May 2014. Her industry experience has taken her from the public sector in the NHS to a multi-national oil company, followed by over 20 years working in enterprise in a variety of roles from marketing and project management to provision of market research. Her qualifications include Premier Adviser, Business Information & Support, Advanced Internet Training (RGU). She has a keen eye for detail and enjoys assisting clients to achieve their goals.
  • Karen

    Karen

    Business Adviser

    Karen has worked with and supported individuals looking to start their own business to more established companies focusing on growth and development. She has over 20 years experience within the enterprise network and has worked in a variety of roles including marketing, project management and business information and research.
  • Linsey

    Linsey

    Business Adviser

    Linsey has been in business advisory since 2016. She has experience within the third sector and over 18 years’ experience within the private sector including finance, business support and Project Management. Linsey holds an APM project management qualification level D. Linsey prides herself on being customer focused, helping clients to be successful in their business journey. She enjoys meeting clients from various backgrounds and business sectors, helping them thrive and succeed in their business ventures.
  • Catherine

    Catherine

    Business Adviser

    Catherine joined Business Gateway in October 2016 as the HR Adviser. Catherine has over 18 years of HR experience in the private sector, both at local and international level. Catherine prides herself with being people orientated as they are at the heart of any successful company and she is passionate that her clients make the most of their resources which in turn will lead to success. As problem solving is a key strength of Catherine’s coupled with her common sense approach she hopes she will be able to work with her clients to challenge and overcome the diversity of issues that they may face.
  • Samir

    Samir

    Business Adviser

    Samir joined the team in 2020 from a solid business consultancy background, with a particular emphasis on media and media technology including commercialisation and internationalisation. With over 25 years in senior positions, which included start-ups and established businesses both in the UK and abroad, as well as his own businesses, he has a good understanding of the challenges faced by aspiring entrepreneurs and can work with any business considering growth or expansion.
  • Hannah

    Hannah

    Business Adviser

    Hannah joined Business Gateway after an interesting and varied career, including spells working at the Singing Kettle and successfully running a business for 8 years. Having gained her Premier Adviser qualification in 2023, Hannah has joined the Start-up team an Adviser and enjoys meeting clients, helping them achieve their goals and using the knowledge she has gained throughout her career to help others.
  • Graeme

    Graeme

    Business Adviser

    Graeme has over 24 years of experience in Economic Development, working across diverse public and private sector objectives. Currently, as a Business Growth Adviser within the Business Gateway team, he supports businesses at various stages of their growth journey, helping them achieve their ambitions through tailored advice and strategic direction. Graeme has successfully designed, implemented, and managed multimillion-pound business support initiatives, including the delivery of over £50M in funding to Scottish SMEs. His expertise spans fund management, operational leadership, and strategic contract delivery. With a strong network across public and private organisations, including the Scottish Government and Parliament, Graeme brings a unique blend of commercial insight and public sector understanding. His experience also includes property management, grant funding, and digital transformation.

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WordPress for Beginners

Tuesday, February 10th

09:30 - 11:30 Online Webinar Fife

Newly-Self Employed - The Basics

Tuesday, February 17th

09:30 - 11:00 Online Webinar Fife

Unlock Your Business Potential: Start-Up Business Workshop

Tuesday, February 17th

10:00 - 11:30 In Person Fife

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