Starting Your Own Business

Starting your own business can be an exciting, challenging and a rewarding experience. Make sure you are business ready and avail of our wide range of supports for new business start-ups. 

How Can We Assist You:

• Why not give us a call to discuss your business idea or book a free general business advice clinic appointment. 
• Research up to date statistics using this useful Economic and Community data tool for Cork County. 
• Partake in our 10 Steps to Self Employment Programme.
• Partake in our Start Your Own Business Programme.
• Apply for a mentor to assist you with specific areas of your business start-up requirements.
• Check if you are eligible for Financial Assistance - Priming Grant.
• If you are in the process of examining a new product prototype then a feasibility grant might be available to you.
• Enquire about a Trading Online Voucher for your website - for companies trading with 6 months plus.