Fuelling the Growth of Scotland’s Food & Drink Innovators
Launching a food or drink brand in Scotland?
Startup strategy, real-world mentoring, and practical support—tailored for Scottish food and drink founders.
With 25+ years in the food and drink industry—and as a former director of a high-growth Scottish food startup—I’ve lived the startup rollercoaster. From recipe testing to supermarket listings, I help first-time founders build strong, scalable businesses from the ground up.
Who I help?
I support ambitious entrepreneurs across Scotland’s food and drink sector—from craft drinks and ready meals to snacks, sauces, and baked goods. If you're at the start of your journey, I can help you:
- Pre-launch dreamers testing recipes at home
- Makers ready to scale up and go commercial
- Solo founders needing strategic guidance
- Small teams seeking outside expertise
Strategy start up and planning
Got a lightbulb moment? I’ll help shape your idea into a sellable product—with a clear plan on how to make it, brand it, and get it out into the world. There’s a lot to consider early on—don’t go it alone.
Financial Planning & Funding Support
Hands-On Mentoring
From your first business plan to real-world cash flow management, I’ll help you stay on track financially—and connect you with Scottish funding options that can fuel your growth.
This isn’t textbook advice. It’s the stuff you only learn by doing—like firefighting daily challenges, solving problems fast, and developing the mindset to keep going. I’ll be by your side when it matters most.
Food Safety & Compliance
I’m HACCP-qualified and have over a decade of experience setting up compliant kitchens and manufacturing processes. Need to get SALSA ready? I’ll help you get there, step-by-step with a network of people that can assist.
Commercial Kitchen Set Up
Supply Chain & Sourcing
Avoid the costly trial and error. I’ll help you source or design your production kitchen with the right equipment and layout to match your product—and your budget.
Learn how to secure reliable, cost-effective ingredients and packaging—from trusted suppliers across the UK. I’ll share the lessons I learned the hard way, so you don’t have to.
Branding & Packaging
Route to Market
Good branding isn’t just about looking pretty—it sells. I’ll help you know when to invest in professional design, how to choose packaging that fits your product and market, and how to stay eco-conscious.
Whether you’re selling at your first market stall or pitching to a national supermarket, I’ll help you map your growth and make smart decisions at every stage to get your product in front of the right customers.
Distribution & Logistics
From local delivery routes to wholesale logistics, I’ve navigated Scotland’s retail and food service networks—and can help you find a route that works for your margins and goals.
Event Support
New Product Development
Not sure when to launch your next big thing? I’ll help you decide when to innovate and when to focus—and guide you through the NPD process when the time is right.
Ready to get started?
If you're launching or growing something exciting in Scotland’s food & drink space, let’s talk. I’ll bring real experience and honest advice—so you can build your business with confidence.
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