Local Enterprise Week is organised every year by the 31 Local Enterprise Offices across the country and all events are taking place from Monday 4th to Friday 8th March.
This year’s schedule includes some ‘Spotlight’ events which are organised by individual Local Enterprise Offices and open to every business – wherever you’re based!
Find out what supports and programmes are the best fit for your business to help face the challenges ahead - book your place today at LocalEnterprise.ie/Week
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Monday 4th March | Kerry Local Enterprise Office Supports - hear how we can help youKerry Local Enterprise Office provides a range of financial, mentoring and training supports designed to assist with the establishment and/or growth of enterprises (limited company, individuals/sole trader, cooperatives and partnerships) employing up to ten people. This free 1 hour session will give you an overview of the supports that are available and what would be relevant to your business. You will have the opportunity to ask Kerry LEO staff any questions you might have and arrange for follow up in specific areas of your choice. | Book Now |
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Tuesday 5th March | Family Business Succession Planning seminarThis in-person seminar is relevant to both those preparing to deal with and/or managing any aspect of family business succession. The seminar will inform on the three elements of good succession planning Legal, Finance & Tax and Behavioural (Psychological). The presenters are expert and experienced practitioners. | Book Now |
| Start Your Own Business course (evening course)Do you want to develop a business idea? Are you looking at self-employment as a career option? With the help of experienced business trainers, this programme will guide you through starting and managing a successful business. If you are committed to focusing on your new business and completing a business plan then this course is for you. | Book Now |
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Wednesday 6th March | Planning Your HR Priorities for 2024 - Employment Law seminarThis in-person networking seminar is designed to provide learners with an understanding of the key updates and recent changes in employment legislation. Key HR Updates for 2024 • Statutory Sick Pay • The Right to Request Remote Working • The Right to Request Flexible Working • Time off for Medical Purposes • Domestic Violence Leave • Protected Disclosures • Tips & Gratuities • Bullying and Harassment Code of Practice WRC Compliance and Claims • Key trends • Basic Compliance Areas | Book Now |
| How to market your business locally around your town or county using digital marketingWould you like to increase sales to people who are looking for products or services within your county? In this course you will learn a range of digital marketing tactics that will help you to market your business to people: - a) Who live in your location and would be interested in the product or service you offer e.g., a local taxi, solicitor, accountant, yoga classes, vet, pharmacy. b) Who live anywhere but are looking for a product or service in your locality e.g., restaurant, hotel, estate agent. In this course we will cover a range of digital marketing tactics to help you achieve this. | Book Now |
| Start Your Own Business course (morning course)Do you want to develop a business idea? Are you looking at self-employment as a career option? With the help of experienced business trainers, this programme will guide you through starting and managing a successful business. If you are committed to focusing on your new business and completing a business plan then this course is for you. | Book Now |
| Creative Clinic for the Craft sectorOur Creative Clinics feature one to one Mentoring with expert craft mentor Maebh Ring. This customised support for craft businesses can focus on activities to support the microenterprises to grow and sustain their creative enterprise including Organisation Structure, Product Development, Sales and Marketing, Branding, Pricing, Market Research and Consumer Purchasing Behaviour. | Email your expression of interest to LEO@kerrycoco.ie |
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Thursday 10th March | Website review ClinicWould you like a review of your website? Is your website working to its full potential? The 1 hour session will cover the following: A review of Analytics reporting. Analysis of online advertising (if not executed within the last 12 months, an analysis of potential online channels relevant to the clients' audiences). Analysis of on-site and off-site SEO performance. A review of user journeys to achieve primary and other goals. | Book Now |
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Friday 8th March | International Women's Day 2024Kerry Businesswomen’s Network in partnership with Kerry Local Enterprise OfficeThis workshop focuses on learning, and from business coach Helen Burns and life coach Alana Kirk is a power-packed combination of strategic business insights and personal development principles. They will both conduct discussions on effective communication, building resilience, and fostering a healthy workplace culture. Participants are encouraged to share their experiences and challenges, creating a supportive community within the session.re you looking to grow your business in the next 3 years? | Book Now |