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Business Gateway

Business Gateway East Lothian provides a comprehensive range of free business support services to help entrepreneurs, start-ups and established businesses achieve their goals.

Whether you're starting a business, planning your next stage of growth or looking to overcome specific challenges, our experienced advisors can provide tailored guidance and practical support. We work with businesses across East Lothian to help them develop, grow and succeed.

Expert Advice for East Lothian Businesses

Our Business Gateway advisors support businesses at every stage of development. Through one-to-one advice, workshops, online resources and access to specialist support, we help businesses make informed decisions and identify opportunities for growth.

Business Gateway East Lothian can support you with:

  • Starting and developing a new business
  • Business planning and strategy
  • Growth and expansion planning
  • Accessing funding and financial support
  • Marketing and digital development
  • Employing and developing staff
  • Networking opportunities and business connections

In addition, we work closely with local and national partners to connect businesses with relevant services, funding opportunities and expert guidance.

Business Gateway Support for Start-ups and Growing Businesses

Whether you have a new business idea, are preparing to launch a start-up or are seeking support to grow an established company, Business Gateway East Lothian can help.

Our advisors understand the challenges businesses face and provide tailored advice that reflects your individual goals, sector and stage of development.

Get in Touch

Our team is here to help you take the next step.

Contact Business Gateway East Lothian today to speak with an advisor about your business.

[email protected]

East Lothian Business Success Stories

Discover how local businesses have benefitted from Business Gateway support and learn from their experiences:

East Lothian - Case studies | Business Gateway

Videos

Hear from Nina Graham talk about her flexible support business for charities, social enterprises and purposes led businesses.
Hear from Hannah at Sanctuary Plants talk about her plant shop in Haddington that offers an environment for plant enthusiasts and wellness activities.
Joe's Joinery & Landscaping chats about his new company in Musselburgh.
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.