Take the first step
If you've got a business idea, now is the time to start-up. Complete our Planning to Start tool and access an instant toolkit with key resources and information.
Pledge your support
This September, we're looking for businesses and organisations across Scotland to support Scottish Start-Up Month - Business Gateway's month-long celebration of the Scottish entrepreneurial spirit.
StartSMART panel webinar
Thinking about starting your own business? Join our webinar on Wednesday 24th September at 12pm for an inspiring and honest panel discussion with three business owners who have navigated the highs and lows of running a business.
Our pledgers
Start-Up Month is backed by businesses of all sizes across Scotland. See our list of pledgers, whose backing and support is helping inspire the next wave of homegrown business talent.
Start-up essentials
Starting a business is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming without the right support. That's why we've created a one-page document that brings together everything you need to take your first steps with confidence.
Market reports
Our market reports offer information, stats, research and facts on your chosen sector. You can also use it when writing a business plan to inform the market research section.
Our impact in 2024/25
8,810
Businesses started up with our support
51,000+
People contacted us for support and advice
25,000+
People attended our workshops & webinars across Scotland