The Retail Accelerator

(Pictured from left to right; Seamus Doran, Local Enterprise Office Carlow; Denise O’Connell, My Skin Integrity, Anne Barber, President Kilkenny Chamber & Owner of The Butterslip and Catherine Hennessy, Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny)
The Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) in Carlow and Kilkenny are excited to announce the launch of “The Retail Accelerator”, a new, dynamic programme designed to help local retail businesses improve their efficiency and profitability. This programme, available to retail businesses in Carlow and Kilkenny offers expert-led workshops and tailored one-on-one business support to help retailers thrive in today’s competitive environment.
“The Retail Accelerator” consists of two group workshops, each lasting two hours, and is designed to provide practical insights into improving business operations. Participants can attend these workshops either in person or online, making it accessible to all retailers regardless of location. The workshops will take place on:
- Workshop 1: 25th February, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Physical location - Enterprise House, Carlow)
- Workshop 2: 11th March, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Physical location- Kilkenny)
In addition to the group workshops, businesses will receive two full days of one-to-one support from experienced advisors who will work with them directly on-site to address specific challenges, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to increase efficiency and profitability. The total value of “The Retail Accelerator” is €2,500 per business but the Local Enterprise Offices are offering it for free as a support to the retail sector.
By participating in this programme, retailers will gain:
- Expert advice tailored to their specific needs
- Practical tools and strategies to streamline operations
- Insights into improving profitability and driving sustainable growth
- Personalised support to tackle current business challenges
Describing the programme, Séamus Doran, Head of Economic Development & Enterprise in Carlow County Council’s Local Enterprise Office Carlow said “We understand the challenges faced by retailers, particularly the need to improve efficiency and profitability. The Retail Accelerator offers a unique opportunity for retailers in Carlow and Kilkenny to gain expert advice and practical tools that can make a real difference to their operations. Whether you’re looking to streamline processes, boost profitability, or adapt to changing market conditions, we encourage all local businesses to sign up and take advantage of this valuable support.”
Catherine Hennessy, Senior Enterprise Development Officer in Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny added “This programme is specifically designed to help retailers in Kilkenny and Carlow become more competitive, sustainable, and profitable. With a combination of expert-led workshops and tailored one-to-one support, retailers will receive the guidance they need to enhance efficiency and unlock new growth opportunities. We highly recommend that retailers join us for this exceptional programme and take a proactive step towards improving their business performance.”
Spaces for “The Retail Accelerator” are limited, so interested businesses are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible. To register, simply visit the website of the Local Enterprise Office in your county at localenterprise.ie/carlow or localenterprise.ie/kilkenny
For Media Queries contact: Séamus Doran on 0864109079 e-mail sdoran@carlowcoco.ie