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An Inverclyde local is inspiring the next generation of engineers with his newly launched social enterprise.
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North Lanarkshire pet store sees 150% increase in turnover
Lanarkshire sisters Julie Clifford and Frances Pinkowski have seen a 150% increase in turnover after the business owners’ accessed support from Business Gateway.
Inverclyde local brings colourful Caribbean flavours to town
An Inverclyde local is bringing the vibrant flavours of the Caribbean to the region after accessing support from Business Gateway.
East Lothian herbalism business share the benefits of nature with the local community
An East Lothian business that aims to heal ailments using herbalism and nature immersion is providing support to young people suffering with anxiety and depression, service users of Women's Aid and deprived communities through their local charities and support groups.
Renfrewshire design agency celebrates 200% growth year-on-year for 8 years running
A Renfrewshire-based design agency is celebrating 200% growth year-on-year for eight years running after accessing specialist support and signposting to funding from Business Gateway.
Psychotherapy and hypnotherapy practice now fully booked after developing online presence
A Dundee-based psychotherapy and hypnotherapy practice is now fully booked with clients on a waiting list after the business owner accessed support from Business Gateway.
Clackmannanshire ice cream business eyes up expansion into retail units
A Clackmannanshire based ice cream business is looking to expand into retail units.
Aberdeen graphic designer sees dramatic business growth
An Aberdeen graphic designer who opened her own design studio in 2023 has enjoyed month-on-month business growth.
Ukrainian national brews success in Scotland with new coffee shop
A Ukrainian national who relocated to Scotland has brought a taste of her homeland to Lochgilphead by opening a coffee shop, turning her passion for coffee into a thriving business.
Lanarkshire televisual company secures tenders with local housing associations
A Lanarkshire televisual services company has secured tenders with three local housing associations.
Award-winning smoked salmon producer develops new premises
An Outer Hebrides smokehouse is putting its expansion plans in motion as it announces it is set to move into new premises in the next month.
Uig couple who launched own craft gin business see sales soar
A local couple who launched their own craft gin business has enjoyed strong sales since their product first went to market.