Business Gateway

Business Gateway East Lothian provides a comprehensive range of free business support services to help entrepreneurs and businesses at every stage of their development. The support is tailored to meet the unique needs of start-ups, growing businesses and established enterprises by providing one-to-one business advice, online resources and by strengthening the connection between organisations and the business community.

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Videos

Julie Britee from Winton Castle talks about the castle's history and the amazing wedding and event space it offers.

Ewan shares his story of how Harlawhill Day Centre was founded and explains the vital services is provides supporting people.

Scott and Elaine who funded Think Resilience talk about their new business that designs leadership retreats, combining psychological insight, inclusive physical challenge, and time to reflect and recharge.

We all know that being self employed comes with its challenges but ever wondered what it was like doing business in East Lothian back in the 70s? Dorothy tells us what it was like when she ran her business Pypers Wynd Pottery.

Anna Blackwood from Blackwood Gardens talks about her garden design studio that transforms outdoor spaces.

A Quick Guide to Procurement for Businesses - this video explains East Lothian Council's procurement processes.

Josh Nuthall of Josh Studio discusses how his business came to life and the need for branding and identity.

Hear from Caryn Fower Advanced Skin Therapy and the inspiration and challenges behind starting her own business.

Find out how Sam & Jake, two fitness entrepreneurs, came together to open their first gym at East Fortune.

One of the founders of social enterprise, Forge and Equip talks about their business venture.