Are you a business start-up or developing an idea?
If you’re a business start-up or budding entrepreneur in the South of Scotland, SOSE is here to help you. We work closely with our partners in Business Gateway to offer expert business support to people throughout Dumfries & Galloway and the Scottish Borders, including training, mentoring, market advice and strategic planning.
Are you already an experienced business owner? Or just getting started on your journey? Either way, you’ll find useful, up-to-date resources to help get your project off the blocks. Every business is different, so our approach is tailored to you.
Take a look at SOSE services and free training courses as a first step, then get in touch.
When the journey started, I had no idea how big it would become.
David Burgher, VR-EP
Women in business
At present, only 20% of businesses in Scotland are owned by women, yet they contribute around £8.8 billion to the Scottish economy. Helping women in business is a key priority for SOSE, and we offer dedicated support, including free events and training. To get the ball rolling, get in touch for an initial chat about your idea or start-up.
Youth-led enterprises
Young people are the future of the South of Scotland, and we’re excited to meet you! Together with our partners, Young Enterprise Scotland, we’re helping the next generation of entrepreneurs to flourish, with free services including mentoring, start-up advice and training. SOSE also has a dedicated Youth-Led Enterprises Business Coach ready to help you with practical support.
FAQs
Every business journey starts somewhere! SOSE offers free online and in-person training for new entrepreneurs with Business Gateway and other providers. Courses cover business planning, bookkeeping, digital and marketing, to update your skills and give you a strong foundation to build on. Check out training here. Whether you’re brand new to business, or already experienced, get in touch to book a chat with a SOSE adviser.