The Catalyst, a new podcast from Firstport.
The Catalyst, a new seven-part podcast season by Firstport, hosted by our Head of Investment Programmes, Emily Macdonald.
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Business Minister visits social enterprise Smart Gym CIC
Sport & Physical Activity, SEF - Build itFirstport client Smart Gym CIC welcomed a visit from Tom Arthur, Minister for Business and Fair Work, as part of his summer tour of Scottish businesses.
read moreStep Up with Fair Feast
Circular Economy, Step UpFounded in 2024 by Helen Stewart, Fair Feast processes deer from areas of extreme overpopulation into venison donations for food banks. Their sustainable donation model was funded by the sale of venison to local hotels and in May 2026, Fair Feast opened the first ever social enterprise butcher shop to sell directly to the public – which has been fitted out with help from a Step Up loan.
read moreBrian McNally (he/him) – Relationship Manager for the East of Scotland
Brian supports applicants and awardees of the Social Entrepreneurs Fund.
read moreOffice hours: expert advice for your Build It application
Financial & Business Services, SEF - Build itDedicated Build It office hours with Business Advisor Charles Morgan and Relationship Manager Jacky Tjivikua to give you insider advice on the Build It application process.
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