Business Gateway

A new independent business inspired by a love of plants and community is set to open its doors in Stonehaven this month thanks to expert guidance from Business Gateway. Bract Botanical Living, founded by Gunnar Ovstebo and Bruce Harper-Ovstebo, began life in the couple’s garden shed, where the

An Edinburgh mum has launched a children’s clothing brand designed specifically for children with disabilities after receiving specialised start-up support from Business Gateway. Blue Bee Mike, founded by Kasia McGavigan, offers sensory-considerate clothing that supports the needs of children

A digital marketing agency is on a strong growth trajectory following transformational support from Business Gateway East Renfrewshire. Founded in 2017 by Vicky Mustard, Must Media, which specialises in website development and social media, has earned a reputation for delivering impactful digital so

A Scottish business is helping organisations embrace sustainable period solutions after receiving support from the East Renfrewshire Accelerator (ERA) Programme. The programme, delivered by Business Gateway East Renfrewshire, is funded by East Renfrewshire Council.

Two Aberdeen locals are set to launch the city’s first ever music week after accessing support from Business Gateway.

A Lanarkshire business has secured a vital NHS Scotland contract for its innovative stoma bag accompaniment after the business owner received support from Business Gateway. Confidence Plus Ltd was founded in East Kilbride in 2019 by Anne Inch and Lisa Crombie, who created ConfiPlus Stoma Pocke

An East Renfrewshire estate agency is celebrating a period of rapid growth, culminating in the opening of a new office and an expanded team, following targeted support from Business Gateway. Originally set up as Fraser Kelly Estate Agent in January 2022, the business rebranded to Kelly Residential i

A Dundee-based social enterprise supporting Ukrainian families is set to expand its services across Scotland after receiving vital support from Business Gateway.

An Aberdeen personal trainer has gained £3,000 in grant funding after accessing support from Business Gateway, enabling him to take his business to the next level with his own dedicated premises. Marcus Lee, founder of Hybrid Performance ABZ, helps health-conscious locals improve their well-be

An East Renfrewshire doctor has secured £65,000 in funding from Scottish Enterprise to develop an innovative medical education platform, following tailored support from Business Gateway East Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire Council. Dr Haseeb Hamid launched MedSnapp in September 2024. The di

Enriched Being, a Perthshire-based wellness business founded in 2023 by husband and wife team Paul and Tara Scott, is poised for UK-wide expansion following specialist support from Business Gateway. Tara is a qualified nutrition coach and Paul has a background in biology and aquaculture, having rece

A popular Paisley pie shop has experienced a significant surge in customers after its founder, Scott Mcginlay, sought assistance from Business Gateway. Launched in 2023, Paisley Pie Co has rapidly cultivated a dedicated clientele, celebrated for its artisanal pies and premium baked goods. The busine

An Edinburgh start-up is making a major impact in communities after accessing support from Business Gateway.

A new jewellery-making school in the Highlands has experienced immediate success, selling out its evening classes for the next ten weeks after its founder received support from Business Gateway. Dr Karen-Ann Dicken, a jeweller with over 18 years of teaching experience, established the Highland Schoo

A Scottish dog chaperone business has seen wedding bookings double that of the previous year.