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

Business Adviser
Ali
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.

Business Adviser
Nathan
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.
Find your nearest office
Business Gateway Dalkeith

8 Lothian Road
Dalkeith
EH22 1DN
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday
Monday to Thursday: 09:00 - 17:00; Friday: 09:00 - 15.30