Real people, real stories - hear from the businesses we’ve supported. From building a brand on a budget to finding the right marketing strategies, each story offers practical insights and inspiration to help you take your next step with confidence.
Aberdeen entrepreneur grows cooker refurbishment business to six-figure turnover and plans global expansion, following expert support from Business Gateway. Read about the journey from local startup to international ambitions.
A South Uist croft diversification business preserves and shares crofting history and traditions, supported by expert guidance and resources from Business Gateway.
The Scottish woman behind the world’s first peat-smoked tomato juice has plans to export globally after receiving ongoing support and guidance from Business Gateway.
Stirling’s first ever fully vegan restaurant has enjoyed a successful launch after the business owner accessed expert start-up guidance from Business Gateway.
A former property office manager who was made redundant from her role has successfully launched her very own letting agency after accessing expert guidance from Business Gateway.
A family-run Scottish construction wholesaler expanded to become a leading industrial supplier after receiving HR support and grant funding advice from Business Gateway.
Island Custom Music, founded by an Aberdeenshire composer and partner, launched a globally popular music project for tourists with support from Business Gateway.
An ecological construction business based in the Southern Isles of the Outer Hebrides has enjoyed a successful launch with Business Gateway on hand to provide support.
A Perth-based fine art printing business has flourished since its launch, thanks to support from Business Gateway. Discover their growth journey and the impact of local business assistance.
A Renfrewshire business supporting people with mobility issues nearly doubled its revenue in three years, thanks to digital support and funding advice from Business Gateway.
An Edinburgh-based independent craft brewery, which began as a home-brewing project in its co-founder’s spare bedroom, is now shipping internationally after receiving support and signposting to funding from Business Gateway.
Orkney-based friends and business partners, Baillie Rorie and Gavin Pirie, who set up a CCTV business on the island last year continue to go from strength to strength, following support from Business Gateway.
