Inspiration stories

Textile brand encourages individuals to get crafty with new online workshops

Paper Houses Design has expanded its offering and launched a series of online workshops that encourage others to develop their creative skills and reap the benefits of learning a craft.

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10 Mar 2021

French language business expands services after funding through Digital Skills

After accessing a grant through DigitalBoost, Scottish Government’s leading digital skills programme, Sandra Kasparek, owner of La Jolie Ronde, was able to invest in new IT equipment and expand her offering to clients.

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15 Feb 2021

Training business ‘powers through’ pandemic with new online platform

The Power Within Training was able to expand its offering and launch a virtual training platform, after accessing vital funding through DigitalBoost.

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15 Feb 2021

Yarn producer given new fleece of life after Business Gateway signposts funding for studio space

A new art studio will open in the Outer Hebrides after Business Gateway support helped access £20,000 funding to go towards the construction of the workshop.

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21 Dec 2020

Gin producer raises a glass to international expansion

A Scottish gin-producer has expanded into international markets after working with Business Gateway on its growth strategy, with plans for further expansion in 2021.

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21 Dec 2020

Digital make-over for Alloa salon

The team behind Hils Holistic Skincare, an Alloa-based salon were able to improve their digital presence after engaging with DigitalBoost and Alloa First during lockdown. The salon has since safely reopened.

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18 Dec 2020

Candle-maker unlocks scent-sational growth

A bespoke candle maker has been able to accelerate the growth of her business and take on new premises after Business Gateway helped the team secure funding through the Business Gateway Local Growth Accelerator Programme.

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4 Dec 2020

Entrepreneurs launch first street food outlet in Orkney

Orkney’s first street food outlet has been launched by local entrepreneurs, following start-up support from Business Gateway

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27 Nov 2020

Digital Skills programme supports cable supplier expansion during lockdown

An Alloa-based cable supplier has expanded into new premises and will be taking on additional staff, following a 30% increase in sales during lockdown. This growth has been supported by Business Gateway's DigitalBoost programme.

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26 Nov 2020

Outdoors adventure company on trail to success

A family-run outdoors adventure company has adapted to the pandemic with the launch of new services such as paddle board and canoe hire and has praised guidance and advice received from Business Gateway.

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17 Nov 2020

Restaurant launches online cookery school after upskilling with Digital Skills

A restaurant has expanded its offering online during COVID-19 with the launch of a cookery school and takeaway service, after engaging with DigitalBoost.

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5 Nov 2020

Social enterprise experiences 300% increase in demand during lockdown

Love Learning, a social enterprise specialising in the delivery of social care across the central belt, has praised support from Business Gateway.

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7 Oct 2020