Simplifying the Business Start Up Process 2026

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Tuesday, the 19th of May 2026
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: West Lothian College, Almondvale Crescent, Livingston, West Lothian, EH54 7EP

Are you thinking of starting, or have you recently started, a business in West Lothian? If so, you don’t want to miss this exciting event!

Join us on Tuesday, the 19^th of May, as we help simplify the business start up process. During the event, we will be discussing:

• The free business support that is available for new West Lothian businesses
• The exciting funding opportunities that your new business could be eligible for (including funding specifically for parents)
• The marketing support available for local businesses
• How you can introduce sustainable practices within your business

We are also delighted to be hosting a panel of local business owners who will be sharing the inspiring stories behind their recently launched businesses, and some of the tips and tricks they’ve learnt along the way. Our panellists are Bill Corbett, Owner of LuxeSeals, Huseyin Can Agdemir, Owner of CupCoffee, and Karen John, Owner of Haven Life Coaching.

This is a fantastic opportunity to have your questions answered by our friendly advisers, learn more about the opportunities available, and to network with likeminded aspiring business owners.

Agenda:

• 5:00pm – Networking
•  5:30pm – Welcome and overview of the support that is available
• 5:40pm – Support for self-employed parents
• 5:50pm – Building a sustainable business
• 6:00pm – Marketing support overview
• 6:10pm – Panel and Q&A with local business owners  
• 6:30pm – Networking
• 7:00pm – Event ends

This event is free to attend.

This workshop is part of West Lothian Business Week – you can view the other exciting events taking place here.

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