Case Studies

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

Rubens Pet Store

North Lanarkshire pet store sees 150% increase in turnover

Lanarkshire sisters Julie Clifford and Frances Pinkowski have seen a 150% increase in turnover after the business owners’ accessed support from Business Gateway.

26th November 2024

Marias Caribbean Flavas

Inverclyde local brings colourful Caribbean flavours to town

An Inverclyde local is bringing the vibrant flavours of the Caribbean to the region after accessing support from Business Gateway.

4th November 2024

Herb Soul 2

East Lothian herbalism business share the benefits of nature with the local community

An East Lothian business that aims to heal ailments using herbalism and nature immersion is providing support to young people suffering with anxiety and depression, service users of Women's Aid and deprived communities through their local charities and support groups.

28th October 2024

Yellow Slate Design

Renfrewshire design agency celebrates 200% growth year-on-year for 8 years running 

A Renfrewshire-based design agency is celebrating 200% growth year-on-year for eight years running after accessing specialist support and signposting to funding from Business Gateway.

9th October 2024

Paula Hamilton A Discerning Life

Psychotherapy and hypnotherapy practice now fully booked after developing online presence

A Dundee-based psychotherapy and hypnotherapy practice is now fully booked with clients on a waiting list after the business owner accessed support from Business Gateway.

9th October 2024

Penny Licks

Clackmannanshire ice cream business eyes up expansion into retail units

A Clackmannanshire based ice cream business is looking to expand into retail units.

8th October 2024

Wheelie Sweet Food Truck

Aberdeen graphic designer sees dramatic business growth

An Aberdeen graphic designer who opened her own design studio in 2023 has enjoyed month-on-month business growth.

8th October 2024

Green Cup

Ukrainian national brews success in Scotland with new coffee shop 

A Ukrainian national who relocated to Scotland has brought a taste of her homeland to Lochgilphead by opening a coffee shop, turning her passion for coffee into a thriving business.

8th October 2024

Marco Nicholson Televisual Services Glasgow

Lanarkshire televisual company secures tenders with local housing associations

A Lanarkshire televisual services company has secured tenders with three local housing associations.

4th October 2024