In celebration of Small Business Saturday, we’ve brought together three business owners from across Scotland to reflect on their business journeys so far, and plans for the future. The panel will discuss the challenges that come with running a small business, as well as the various opportunities for growth and learning.

The session will explore:

• The most rewarding parts of running a small business
• The biggest challenges and how to overcome them
• What support has made the biggest difference
• Different options for financing growth
• What changes would make a difference to Scotland’s entrepreneurial ecosystem

Whether you’re looking to start-up or grow your business, this session will offer tools and inspiration to help you succeed.

Panellists include:

Hugh Lightbody, Chief Officer, Business Gateway National Unit (Host)
Dr Kate Smith, PhD, Founder & CEO, ProfessorMe
Karen Robinson, Founder, Three Robins
Douglas Hardie, Director, Highland Food & Drink Trail