The Local Enterprise Office Limerick is currently seeking applications to identify Limerick's best micro enterprise that will go forward to represent Limerick at the National Enterprise Awards.
All of the winners will receive a cash prize, an engraved trophy, plus mentoring from the LEO and consultancy and financial advice from AIB.
Application Forms must be completed by Wednesday, 13th February 2019 and returned to localenterprise@limerick.ie
€50k Competitive Start Fund, Call Now Open
All Sectors Competitive Start Fund - www.enterprise-ireland.com/csfallsectors. Open to start-ups, active in the Manufacturing & Internationally Traded Services sectors.
What is the maximum funding available?
The selected companies will receive a maximum investment of €50,000 for a 10% ordinary equity stake in the start-up company. The investment shall be released in two equal tranches. The Company will be required to secure additional equity investment of €5,000, from promoters or external investees, prior to the release of EI’s first tranche.
What is the call close date?
This call for applications will close on Tuesday 12th February 2019 at 3pm.
How do companies apply?
Applications must be made through the Enterprise Ireland online application system.
If you have a business or business idea with real commercial potential then the IBYE Competition 2019 is for you. It could be the first step on the way to commercialise your business idea or expand your existing business.
There is a €2 Million Investment Fund and targeted business supports on offer to help you turn your business idea into a reality.
Network Ireland Celebration of International Women's Day 2019
Limerick LEO is delighted to confirm that the Network Ireland Limerick National Celebration of International Women's Day is taking place at Thomond Park Stadium, Limerick on International Women's Day, Friday, 8th March 2019.
Details of the event are as follows:-
Date: Friday 8th March
Time: 12.00 noon - 4.00 pm
Venue: Thomond Suite, Thomond Park Stadium, Cratloe Road, Limerick
The Theme of the day is A Celebration of Women in Business #BuildingResilience
MC is Deirdre O’Shaughnessy, editor of Ireland’s leading regional radio show, the award-winning Cork’s 96fm Opinion Line. Deirdre appears regularly on RTE Today and has featured as a regular guest on Tonight with Vincent Browne.