Connections - In conversation with

In this series, we speak to well-known Scottish brands to explore their story and gain insight into what it’s like to run some of Scotland's fastest growing businesses.

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11 episodes

In conversation with Simon Howie

1st April 2021
31 minutes

In this episode, host Danny Gallagher, Business Gateway Highland Manager, chats with Simon Howie, Founder and Owner of Scottish leading butcher brand. Founded in 1986 in Dunning, Perthshire, Simon Howie has become the UK’s best-selling haggis brand and in 2021 the business reached new heights by launching the first ever haggis into space.

Throughout the podcast, Simon will discuss the story behind the brand, including how it all began and what’s next for the butcher, as well as provide insight into the challenges the business has faced during the pandemic, and key advice for budding entrepreneurs who want to start their own business.

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