Start Up Support
Start Up Support
We deliver many events each month on a range of subjects to help you develop your skills.
Workshops and Events
We have a range of workshops and events to help you with the skills required to start, develop and grow your business. See the list of events and workshops Renfrewshire – Workshop & Events | Business Gateway | Business Gateway (bgateway.com)
Thinking of starting your own business?
Renfrewshire Council offers a Business Development Service, incorporating the Business Gateway service covering:
Business advice
It often helps to talk through a new idea with someone who is impartial and discreet. We have a team of experienced business advisers who can provide practical, one to one business advice and information which includes exploring your initial idea, developing your business plan, financial planning, helping you to source the right property and connecting you with partner organisations that can help move your business idea forward.
To ensure we are providing our best support please take a few moments to complete our Planning to Start Review – Business Gateway (bgateway.com) One of our business advisers will then be in touch within 24 hours to get you started.
Online Resources
There’s a host of practical information available on the Business Gateway website to support you, including useful guides, articles, videos and templates covering key aspects of starting up and running your business. Online Resources | Business Gateway | Business Gateway (bgateway.com)
Research & Information Service
We can help you access free research and market reports to develop and grow your business or idea. Research Services | Business Gateway | Business Gateway (bgateway.com)
Start Up Street
We know that Renfrewshire start-ups are looking for space to grow – but can be put off by high costs or lack of know-how.
Start-Up Street in Paisley, Johnstone and Renfrew are Renfrewshire Council’s managed workspaces for business start-ups who need support to move into their first business premises.