Andrea McColl

The programme has been developed by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) and is delivered mostly online. It will provide fast-track training and mentoring for entrepreneurs looking to build a company or launch a new product.

This is the tenth group to start on the four-month programme since it began in 2018 with a launch day held on Thursday 5 May 2022 at An Lòchran for all the 22 businesses taking part.

The programme provides businesses at all stages in their development the opportunity to test a new product or process to ensure its fit for the market at lower cost or in a shorter space of time. Support is provided to through a combination of weekly workshops sessions, masterclasses and one-to-one coaching sessions.

Andrea McColl, senior development manager for life sciences at HIE, said: “We were delighted to host our launch day in person before the programme continues online. It is a great opportunity to meet everyone face to face and build a network with like-minded business owners.

“I am looking forward to seeing this group of businesses test their innovative ideas for commercial viability and plan for growth.”

A full list of businesses enrolled in the programme can be found here.