Call for Expressions of Interest
Food & Drink Export Development Programme

Ready to Expand Internationally?

Do you have the ambition and capability to grow beyond your home market?

If your business has a proven sales track record in Ireland or other markets and the resources to scale, our Autumn Export Programme is designed for you.

What you will gain:

• Practical export tools to support international growth
• Hands on guidance in conducting effective market research
• Clear steps to begin your first commercial export journey
• Understanding of compliance requirements across target markets
• Insight into labelling, customs procedures, and tax regulations
• Knowledge to reduce risk and avoid common export pitfalls

Programme format:

• Six day management development programme
• Delivered through interactive workshops (In-person & Hybrid)
• Designed for business owners and senior decision makers

Take the next step towards international growth with confidence and walk away with:

• A comprehensive export development plan
• Qualified leads, including international trade customers and distributors in your target market
• A final export sales presentation tailored to your business
• A three year export sales growth plan
• Robust pricing models and three year financial forecasts

Programme duration:

• Three month programme
• One workshop and one dedicated consultancy session per month

Eligibility criteria:

• Trading for a minimum of one year
• Minimum annual turnover of €100,000

If you require any further information please contact Michelle Hegarty (Food & Drink Business Advisor - LEO Wicklow -  mhegarty@leo.wicklowcoco.ie)

See below testimonial from Wicklow client who has successfully completed this excellent programme. 

My time on the Export Development Programme was invaluable, as it gave me the opportunity to step back from the day to day running of the business and reflect more strategically. The support provided was highly insightful, with a strong understanding of the nuances of the challenges we face. I particularly valued the blend of entrepreneurial perspective and financial expertise brought to the process.

The mentoring I received through the programme has positioned us to move confidently into the next phase of growth. We now do so with a clear, well-rounded view of both the risks and opportunities associated with further investment and expansion.

Fionnuala Synnott - Off the Cuffe