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Perthshire dog baker shows that anything is ‘pawsible’

A Perthshire-based dog baker has seen her lockdown hobby transform into a growing business with a UK-wide client base after receiving support from Business Gateway. 

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Water bottle business drinks to success after launch of new offering

An e-commerce business which makes reusable water bottles from plants has grown by 300%, after the founders expanded their offering to include brand partnerships.

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Ocean Plastic Pots help to turn the tide

A business that specialises in sustainable plant pots, made from end of life or discarded fishing gear, and plastic fish boxes has increased business operations substantially following support from Business Gateway.

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Local Greenock business show upcycling is in fashion 

A business with a focus on providing sustainable, hand-crafted products made from upcycled materials has successfully launched following support and advice from Business Gateway.

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Confectionery wholesaler’s offering sweetened with revamped online platforms

A specialist wholesale company has overhauled its digital offering and enhanced its online presence by over 275%, after receiving support from Business Gateway and DigitalBoost, Scotland’s national digital upskilling programme.

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JC Timber Mouldings expands after securing Falkirk Council Business Resilience Grant

More than 100 local businesses have applied to the Falkirk Council Business Resilience and Business Adaptation Funds since February 2021.

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Scent of success for new home fragrances business 

A new home fragrances business has successfully launched on the Isle of Lewis after the owner accessed funding with support from Business Gateway.

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Fashion brand proves sustainability is on trend after making it to competition final 

A sustainable clothing brand based in Stirling has increased its brand awareness after securing fourth place at Business Gateway Forth Valley’s #THEHEAT21 competition.

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Clothing brand revamps its online ordering system following Digital Skills support

FINDRA Clothing made the most of funding accessed through DigitalBoost, Business Gateway’s national upskilling programme, to improve their stock management system and ensure their customers enjoy the best online ordering experience.