Spirits kept high for artisan food producer after expansion into new premises
A family-owned artisan producer has opened additional premises following advice and support from Business Gateway.
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Brothers pursue lifelong dream following support from Business Gateway
Two Lanarkshire brothers have pursued their lifelong dream of opening a microbrewery and have released their first range of Scottish craft beers.
Alpaca treks brought to Inverclyde following Business Gateway support
After launching at the end of 2020, a firm which specialises in alpaca trekking adventures has expanded its digital capabilities and secured local council funding.
Business Gateway support was the perfect fit for Isle of Lewis furniture manufacturer
Heb Fitted Furniture was able to purchase equipment, transform its workspace and expand its offering after securing vital funding through Business Gateway.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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