What is the Start Your Own Business Program?

The Start Your Own Business Program provides aspiring entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge to launch successful ventures. It includes:

• Workshops and Seminars: Covering business planning, market research, and financial management.
• Mentorship: Access to experienced business mentors.
• Networking Opportunities: Connecting with other entrepreneurs and industry experts.

Example: Orla attended the Start Your Own Business Program, which helped her refine her business idea, develop a solid business plan, and successfully launch her artisanal soap company.

What is the Innovation Boost Programme?

The Innovation Boost Programme helps companies enhance their innovation capabilities. It includes:

• Innovation Training: Workshops and training on innovation best practices.
• Innovation Audits: Assessments of current business processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Implementation Support: Assistance in implementing innovation strategies and tools.
• Financial Support: Grants to cover costs associated with innovation projects.

Example: Niamh’s tech start-up participated in the Innovation Boost Programme, which helped develop new product features and improve overall innovation processes.

What is the Elevate Programme?

The Elevate Programme supports micro-enterprises in improving their sales and marketing skills. It includes:

• Sales and Marketing Training: Workshops and training on sales techniques and marketing strategies.
• Sales Audits: Assessments of current sales processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Implementation Support: Assistance in implementing sales and marketing strategies.
• Financial Support: Grants to cover costs associated with sales and marketing projects.

Example: Fionn’s small retail business used the Elevate Programme to enhance its sales strategy, resulting in increased customer acquisition and revenue.