I have an idea for a new business – where do I start?

You should contact your Local Enterprise Office Carlow to discuss your idea. The Local Enterprise Office is the First Stop Shop for anyone seeking information and support on starting or growing a business in Carlow.

We aim to to promote entrepreneurship, foster business start-ups and develop existing micro and small businesses to drive job creation and to provide accessible high quality supports for your Business ideas.

We will achieve this by providing the highest standard of client service and access to 'best in class' support for our clients' businesses.

Who or What is the Local Enterprise Office Carlow?

The Local Enterprise Office provides advice, information and support to you in starting up or growing your business.

With 31 dedicated teams across the Local Authority network in Ireland, Local Enterprise Offices offer you a wide range of experience, skills and services.

The Local Enterprise Office is the First Stop Shop for anyone seeking information and support on starting or growing a business in Ireland.

Our Role: To help you deliver on your business idea

• To drive the development of local enterprise, putting local micro and small business at the heart of job creation in Ireland.
• To drive and support business start-ups and promote a ‘can-do’ business culture.
• To increase the job potential of new and existing micro and small businesses.
• To increase the number of innovative businesses with potential to export.
• To be proactive in response to the needs of our clients.