The SOSE Spotlight

We travel to Whithorn for the latest episode of the SOSE Spotlight, to find out more about the fantastic work of Building Futures Galloway.Julia Muir Watt discusses how the organisation prides itself on providing young people with the opportunity to protect the local history while shaping their futures through learning traditional construction skills.Julia discusses Building Futures Galloway's efforts around inclusion, diversity and sustainability, and how it has led to recognition on a national level.Listen to find out more and subscribe at your usual podcast platforms.Useful linksBuilding Futures Galloway - buildingfuturesgalloway.comFair Work support - southofscotlandenterprise.com/driving-change/fair-workNet Zero support - southofscotlandenterprise.com/driving-change/net-zeroTranscription of episode –southofscotlandenterprise.com/thesosespotlightContact SOSE - southofscotlandenterprise.com/contact-us*******************************************************************************************Audio Source: JamendoAdobe Stock Asset ID:#346977350

This week's episode of The SOSE Spotlight travels to Palnure on the edge of the Galloway Forest, to hear from Alan Baxter of Rowan Glen.Rowan Glen is one of the longest established yoghurt manufacturing sites in Scotland but faced an uncertain future in 2022 when the site was closed by its previous owners.Alan discusses how he and his team led the purchase of the factory and brand, as well as how Fair Work and sustainability have been key to Rowan Glen's revival since. Listen to find out more and subscribe at your usual podcast platforms.Useful linksRowan Glen - rowanglen.comFair Work support - southofscotlandenterprise.com/driving-change/fair-workNet Zero support - southofscotlandenterprise.com/driving-change/net-zeroTranscription of episode –southofscotlandenterprise.com/thesosespotlightContact SOSE - southofscotlandenterprise.com/contact-us*******************************************************************************************Audio Source: JamendoAdobe Stock Asset ID:#346977350

Series three of The SOSE Spotlight is focussing on the stories of some of the inspiring businesses, social enterprises and community groups we have worked with in the first five years of South of Scotland Enterprise.In the first episode of the series, we speak to James Gaffney of JagArt 82.James is a neurodivergent artist whose motto is inspire to be inspired.With his team, he offers workshops and personalised mentorship in creative fields for various groups, including children.James tells us about the opportunities and challenges being neurodivergent presents while running a business, and about JagArt 82's move into the Scottish Borders.  Useful linksJagArt 82 - jagart82.comTranscription of episode – southofscotlandenterprise.com/thesosespotlightContact SOSE - southofscotlandenterprise.com/contact-us*******************************************************************************************Audio Source: JamendoAdobe Stock Asset ID: #346977350

The final episode of this Pathways-focussed series hears the inspiring journey of Ruth O'Malley, who has set up her own business while at the same time being a nurse in the Scottish Borders.Discover how Pathways has supported Ruth, offering support, guidance and friendship.Useful linkPathways - https://www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/pathways***************************Audio source: JamendoAdobe Stock Asset ID: #346977350

The latest episode of our Pathways-focussed series see us chat with the incredible Martina McKinnel, one of our Pathways coaches. Gain insights, inspiration and motivation in this must-listen episode.Useful link: Pathways - https://www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/pathways***************************Audio source: JamendoAdobe Stock Asset ID: #346977350

The latest episode of our Pathways-focussed series.Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Derek Chisholm, one of our amazing Pathways clients. Hear how he has overcome challenges to find his way to success.Useful link: Pathways - https://www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/pathways***************************Audio source: JamendoAdobe Stock Asset ID: #346977350

This week on The SOSE Spotlight we are chatting with Holly Young, a Pathways coach and hearing all about her Pathways journey.Useful link: Pathways - https://www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/pathways***************************Audio source: JamendoAdobe Stock Asset ID: #346977350

Beverley Vining, talks about the support she has received from Pathways, which has helped her open a new bridal boutique in Hawick. Listen to Beverley tell her story about her Pathways journey and how life changing this opportunity has been.Useful linkPathways - https://www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/pathways***************************Audio source: JamendoAdobe Stock Asset ID: #346977350

Susan Harkins, Head of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at SOSE, talks about a new Scottish Government-funded pilot named Pathways taking place in the South of Scotland.Find out about more about what Pathways is, why the South is the ideal place to trial the programme and how it will help more people in our region take forward their business ideas. Useful linkPathways - https://www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/pathways***************************Audio source: JamendoAdobe Stock Asset ID: #346977350