How Business Gateway Powers Local Success Through STEP

Why A Film Studio, City Park, And Smarter Procurement Could Transform Stirling

We sit down with Stirling Council’s economic development lead to explore how sector diversity, new assets, and smarter procurement can drive inclusive growth. From film studios to fair work, we map how value stays local and how founders can plug into real support. • remit to help firms start and grow across sectors • funding leveraged for capital projects and property • inward investment focused on value add, not displacement • Stirling’s growth, demographics, and quality of life • manufacturing and construction as under-sung strengths • transport strengths to cities and rural access gaps • partner ecosystem coordination across STEP, Chamber, CodeBase, university, college, BID • community wealth building pillars and local procurement multipliers • film studio potential, supply chains, and hospitality uplift • City Park events infrastructure to boost footfall and brand • 12‑month priorities on culture, startups, and aligned support Check the council website for updates. For business support, contact Business Gateway Stirling or your local BID, CodeBase, the Chamber, or the university—whoever you reach first will route you to us.

Dr Tom Christie - “A Seriously Groovy Movie Christmas” Charity Event

We're kicking off the festive season in style on the Stirling Business Podcast! This week, Neil chats with Dr. Tom Christie, founder of Extremis Publishing, for a special Christmas-themed episode you won’t want to miss… 🎬 “A Seriously Groovy Movie Christmas” 🎬 We dive into: ⭐ Why Christmas movies have become such a huge part of modern cinema ⭐ How festive films shape culture, nostalgia, and tradition ⭐ The upcoming charity event celebrating all things Christmas film ⭐ And yes… whether Die Hard really counts as a Christmas movie! 😉 This conversation is full of fun, memories, fascinating insight — and festive spirit.  So grab a hot chocolate (or something stronger 🍷), get cosy, and tune in!

How Business Gateway Powers Local Success Through STEP

Neil Munday talks with Business Gateway Stirling advisor Alan Portius to map the real routes from first idea to funded growth, from free workshops and Meet the Expert sessions to Scottish Enterprise handoffs and sector-focused support. The conversation focuses on practical help, local partnerships, and why objective guidance beats guesswork. • Advisor-led engagement from pre-start to scale • Signposting to trusted partners and resources • When and how Scottish Enterprise supports growth • Free workshops, webinars, and Meet the Expert • Funded and subsidised project support via UKSPF • In-house HR and property options through STEP • Sector themes like tourism to deepen relevance • Strong ties with Chambers, BID, SDP, CodeBase, Techscaler • Objective support that tests ideas without judgment • Clear routes to contact and get started #StirlingBusiness #BusinessGateway #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSupport #Podcast

Neil Munday from The Stirling Business Podcast talks to Alan Thomas Carmichael who Served with the Argylls/5 SCOTS for 32 Years

Neil Munday from The Stirling Business Podcast talks to Alan Thomas Carmichael who Served with the Argylls/5 SCOTS for 32 Years and so therefore understand the importance of our unique family association bonds #Once an Argyll always an Argyll. #The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders Regimental Museum is located in the iconic #Stirling Castle.The museum has been redeveloped with 5 Star Visit Scotland status.Bringing the Regimental history to life through an amazing visitor experience, education, heritage programs.The museum is the hub and platform for a business that will ensure that the Regimental history lives on for future generations.#Museum Guardians and Donars are the backbone to this amazing history education and entertainment space.#Entertainment and meeting spaces provide a very unique client experience.

The Stirling Business Podcast

Neil Munday from Studio King Street and the Host of The Stirling Business Podcast speaks to Stuart Jones, Managing Director, First Rail Open Access. The Stirling Business Podcast is produced by Johnston Media at Studio King Street in Stirling.