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.
A boutique hotel has developed nearby land into outdoor dining, and increased their capacity by 25%, after Business Gateway helped the owners secure funding and put in place operational systems required for the expansion.
A Hebridean knitwear business preserves traditional knitting while enhancing its marketing and securing funding with support from Business Gateway. Discover their journey and growth.
An eco-tourism business promoting outdoor exploration in Scotland expects to double its turnover after receiving digital support from Business Gateway's DigitalBoost programme.
Business Gateway supported an Isle of Lewis fishing supplies business with funding, enabling expansion and the move to new premises near Stornoway.
A premium drinks brand has launched some of the first Scottish hard seltzers to market after business owner, Ruth Jones, received advice and support from Business Gateway.
A Fraserburgh-based textile designer has successfully grown her business with the launch of a new online shop after accessing support through DigitalBoost, Scotland’s national digital upskilling programme delivered by Business Gateway.
A gin distillery has increased sales by working with Business Gateway and is now getting ready to scale up production at larger premises.
A business that specialises in sustainable plant pots, made from end of life or discarded fishing gear, and plastic fish boxes has increased business operations substantially following support from Business Gateway.
A former economist has successfully launched a business making a world-first type of secondary glazing to high demand after working with Business Gateway, receiving orders for over 1,000 panes since he began trading at the end of 2020.
A business with a focus on providing sustainable, hand-crafted products made from upcycled materials has successfully launched following support and advice from Business Gateway.
An Alloa-based luxury skincare business has quadrupled its online sales after receiving expert advice and support from DigitalBoost, Scotland’s national digital upskilling programme, delivered by Business Gateway.
A Glasgow-based utilities management firm focused on finding sustainable solutions has expanded its leadership team to prepare for future growth, after working with Business Gateway.
