Case Studies

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

Bract Botanical Living founder Gunnar Ovstebo 2 1

Stonehaven botanical business blossoms

A new independent business inspired by a love of plants and community is set to open its doors in Stonehaven this month thanks to expert guidance from Business Gateway.

10th September 2025

Blue Bee Mike

Edinburgh mum launches specialised clothing brand for children with disabilities

An Edinburgh mum has launched a children’s clothing brand designed specifically for children with disabilities after receiving specialised start-up support from Business Gateway.

22nd August 2025

Anca with Business Adviser Ailsa 2

Lanarkshire local turns passion for dogs into thriving business

A Cumbernauld local has turned her passion for dogs into a thriving business after she accessed start up support from Business Gateway.

11th August 2025

Dinkies

Mindful play space in Dalbeattie is thriving since opening

Dumfries and Galloway’s first holistic play hub has been making a positive impact on rural families in its first four months, after its founder accessed support from Business Gateway.

8th August 2025

Must Media

Digital marketing agency eyeing up future expansion

A digital marketing agency is on a strong growth trajectory following transformational support from Business Gateway East Renfrewshire.

8th August 2025

Full Stop Period Wear

Scottish start-up is putting a Full Stop to period waste

A Scottish business is helping organisations embrace sustainable period solutions, after accessing support from Business Gateway East Renfrewshire’s Accelerator Programme (ERA).

4th August 2025

Confidence Plus 1

Lanarkshire business wins NHS Scotland contract for stoma care product

A Lanarkshire business has secured a vital NHS Scotland contract for its innovative stoma bag accompaniment after the business owner received support from Business Gateway.

25th July 2025

Afro Indie Series

Aberdeen locals to launch city’s first music week 

Two Aberdeen locals are set to launch the city’s first ever music week after accessing support from Business Gateway.

23rd July 2025

Dr Haseeb Hamid Founder of Med Snapp

Doctor secures £65k Scottish Enterprise grant for innovative AI-powered education platform

An East Renfrewshire doctor has secured £65,000 in funding from Scottish Enterprise to develop an innovative medical education platform, following tailored support from Business Gateway East Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire Council.

22nd July 2025