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Downpatrick Business Owner Accelerates His Passion To Launch Motorcycle Repair Business

Downpatrick business owner and motorcycle enthusiast, Chris Howard has turned his passion for motorcycles and motorcycle racing into his very own motorcycle repair business, CHP Motoworks, thanks to the help of the Go For It programme in association with Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. This project is part funded by Invest Northern Ireland and […]

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Enniskillen Business Owner Credits Her Daughter For Push To Take First Steps Into Shoe Business

Business, Entrepreneurs & Start Ups

Enniskillen business owner Lisa McElroy has credited a combination of retail experience, encouragement from her young daughter and a ‘Go For It’ attitude in giving her the push to start up her own business. Supported by the Go For It programme, in association with Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, MySHoo, an in-store and online footwear

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Local Female Brand Named As Finalist In Prestigious UK Jewellery Awards

Artisans & Makers, Entrepreneurs & Start Ups

Female-led jewellery brand, Lustre & Love has been named as a finalist in one of the industry’s most prestigious awards. The UK Jewellery Awards recognises excellence across all areas in the industry including suppliers, manufacturers and business owners. Co-founders, Deborah McCann who is Lisburn based and Kirstie Reeve have been shortlisted for ‘Emerging Jewellery/Watch

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Mid Ulster Family Scoops Up Support For Ice Cream Business From Go For It

Artisans & Makers, Entrepreneurs & Start Ups

A Pomeroy family have scooped up a business opportunity and launched their very own artisan ice cream business – Betty’s Ice Cream – thanks to the help of the Go For It programme in association with Mid Ulster District Council. This project is part funded by Invest Northern Ireland and the European Regional Development Fund

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NI’s Most Promising Start-Ups Awarded £10K Proof Of Concept Funding

Entrepreneurs & Start Ups, News

Ten of the most promising start-ups in Northern Ireland have each been awarded £10,000 proof of concept (POC) grants following their involvement in Catalyst’s early-stage entrepreneurship programme Co-Founders. Co-Founders is an innovative programme which brings together ambitious people from diverse backgrounds who are interested in creating a start-up with high-growth potential in a safe,

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The Diary Of A CEO’s Steven Bartlett Joins Esteemed Lineup For Belfast Summit

Business, Entrepreneurs & Start Ups, News

ScaleX Summit reveals full line-up, world-renowned speakers set for Belfast this November Later this year, Belfast will host the first-ever ScaleX™ Summit, a transformative one-day conference that will unite 500+ business leaders and entrepreneurs from across UK and Ireland for a ground-breaking gathering. Today, the full line-up of global business speakers has now been revealed.

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Finalists Announced For INVENT 2023 Awards

Entrepreneurs & Start Ups

The ten finalists have been announced for INVENT 2023, the premier showcase for aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs. From an inclusive, purpose-driven fashion solution, to a menopause support app and emotional wellbeing solutions for children, the range of innovative ideas is immense. Run by science and technology hub Catalyst, in partnership with Bank of Ireland, the

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Applications Now Open For The Annual Northern Ireland Social Enterprise Awards

Business, Community & Social Enterprise, Entrepreneurs & Start Ups

The Northern Ireland Social Enterprise Awards, now in their 11th year have officially launched for 2023 and entries are now open. Organised by Social Enterprise Northern Ireland, the prestigious awards celebrate the amazing work and impact of social enterprises across the region. The annual awards will showcase and highlight the active role that social enterprises

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Invest NI Adds Italy To International Network

Business, Entrepreneurs & Start Ups

Invest Northern Ireland has expanded its global network with a new presence in Milan, Italy. The office based in the British Consulate in Milan, will be led by Invest NI’s new Regional Trade Manager, Alex Mason, and has been made possible via New Deal for Northern Ireland funding from the Northern Ireland Office. Speaking from

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Free Events To Support Belfast Businesses This Summer

Business, Entrepreneurs & Start Ups, Jobs & Recruitment

Belfast City Council is giving local businesses and entrepreneurs the chance to boost their skills this summer with a range of free events and workshops. The programme forms part of the council’s commitment to supporting small and medium enterprises and start-ups, and offers practical advice and guidance on online marketing, merchandising, business planning and more.

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