The SOSE Spotlight

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

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

The SOSE Spotlight is back, with a focus on the Pathways programme currently taking place in the South of Scotland.Over the next six episodes we will be speaking to coaches, clients and staff to tell you more about the Pathways pilot, which is designed to help people with great ideas for a business here in the South of Scotland.Useful linkPathways - https://www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/pathways***************************Audio source: JamendoAdobe Stock Asset ID: #346977350

Ahead of the global climate summit COP29, we speak to South of Scotland business, Indinature, who are changing the way we insulate our homes. Sam Baumber, Indinature’s co-founder and Chief Operating Officer tells us more about the Jedburgh-based company, the benefits of being based in the region and what is next for them. Sam also talks about Indinature’s focus on the future of the planet, and offers his advice to entrepreneurs wishing to get a sustainable idea off the ground. Listen to find out more and subscribe at your usual podcast platform. Useful links: Indinature’s website: https://www.indinature.co/ Net Zero information: www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/netzero Episode Transcript: www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/thesosespotlight Contact SOSE: www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/contact-us ***************************************************************************************** Audio Source: Jamendo Adobe Stock Asset ID: #346977350  

Today’s topic is a focus on our Enterprising Communities team, as we speak to Community Development Advisor Lisa Denham and find out:Who are they?How important are community groups and social enterprises to the people of the South of Scotland?And what support can the team provide?Lisa also discusses one of the first organisations she was assigned to and how it has developed with SOSE's support to provide vital and practical skills opportunities for young people in the South.Listen to find out more and subscribe at your usual podcast platform.Useful links:Tweeddale Youth Action’s new pizzeria: https://www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/news/tyapizzeriaEpisode Transcript: southofscotlandenterprise.com/thesosespotlightContact SOSE: https://www.southofscotlandenterprise.com/contact-us******************************************************************************************* Audio Source: Jamendo Adobe Stock Asset ID: #346977350 

In this episode we speak to Campbell Young of our Enterprise and Business team about their vital role providing business support to help our region to thrive, grow and fulfil its potential.Who are they?What type of businesses do they support?What support could they offer you?Campbell also discusses the new South of Scotland Space Strategy, which sets out the exciting opportunities the space sector presents businesses in the region.Listen to find out more and subscribe at your usual podcast platforms.Useful linksSOSE business support - southofscotlandenterprise.com/businessesSouth of Scotland Space Strategy – southofscotlandenterprise.com/sosspacestrategyTranscription of episode – southofscotlandenterprise.com/thesosespotlightContact SOSE - southofscotlandenterprise.com/contact-us*******************************************************************************************Audio Source: JamendoAdobe Stock Asset ID: #346977350