Case Studies

Our case studies highlight the ways in which Business Gateway has helped Scottish businesses get started and grow.

Little Doone Foods

Artisan dressings producer enjoys sweet taste of success

A Scottish artisan food producer has expanded into international markets and is set to increase sales by 25% after the business owner received support and signposting to over £30,000 of funding.

4th April 2023

Lisa Elle 04

Beauty business accelerates growth after successful launch  

A Kilmarnock hair and beauty business is thriving after its owner received specialist start-up advice and digital support from Business Gateway.

4th April 2023

Maya Vertigans founder of Planner Bee VA Services

Virtual Assistant business exceeds revenue goal

An Aberdeen-based Virtual Assistant (VA) service has exceeded its revenue goals within the first year of trading after receiving support from Business Gateway.

3rd April 2023

Mairead Hume

Luxury golfing accessories business doubles online sales

A Scottish business specialising in handmade Harris Tweed golf accessories and giftware has doubled its online sales after approaching Business Gateway for support.

31st March 2023

Amanda Gilfedder Sew You Can 2

Sewing start-up launches seamless website 

A South Lanarkshire sewing studio has expanded its offering and optimised its website, boosting sign-ups to its sewing classes, after receiving support from DigitalBoost.

20th March 2023

GM4 X founder Gordon Mc Gregor and Rosie Jones 2

Scottish manufacturer behind the UK’s only Paratreker™ sets sights on international growth

A South Lanarkshire business owner on a mission to promote inclusivity has his sights set on international growth after accessing support from Business Gateway.

17th March 2023

Michael Cairns Director at Celsius Plumbing 2

Plumbers stop the leak

An Edinburgh plumbing business is back on track after a cyber-attack, following guidance from DigitalBoost.

17th March 2023

Rachel Bailey Garden Design

Growth for Helensburgh garden design business

A Helensburgh-based garden design business specialising in sustainable landscaping methods is set for growth after increasing its digital capabilities and expanding its team of designers, following support from Business Gateway.

17th February 2023

Rewaco Trikes

Scotland’s first trike dealership gets on the road

Scotland’s first dedicated trike dealership has launched after its owners received support from Business Gateway.

17th February 2023