Carlow Businesses Invited to Build Resilience and Unlock Growth at Special Breakfast Seminar with Susan Hayes Culleton

Business owners, entrepreneurs and SME leaders from across Carlow and the South East are being encouraged to book their place at the Resilient Business Breakfast with Susan Hayes Culleton: Strategy, Solutions, and Support, taking place on Wednesday, 23rd September 2026 at the Seven Oaks Hotel, Carlow.

Hosted as a practical and timely event for businesses navigating an evolving economic landscape, the breakfast seminar will feature leading economist, financial strategist and entrepreneur Susan Hayes Culleton, who will provide expert insights and actionable strategies to help companies move beyond simply managing challenges and focus on sustainable growth.

Running from 7:30am to 9:30am, the event will begin with a networking breakfast before attendees hear an interactive keynote presentation and participate in a Q&A session designed to address the real-world concerns facing businesses in 2026.

The Resilient Business Breakfast is particularly relevant for SME owners, managers, startup founders and decision-makers seeking practical solutions and strategic guidance in a rapidly changing business environment.

Encouraging people to attend , Cllr. Tommy Kinsella, Cathaoirleach of Carlow County Council, added:

"Carlow's business community continues to demonstrate remarkable innovation and determination. Events such as this provide invaluable opportunities for entrepreneurs and established companies alike to learn, connect and prepare for future challenges. Susan Hayes Culleton brings a wealth of expertise and practical knowledge, and I would encourage businesses throughout the county to book early and take advantage of this important event."

The seminar will focus on three key pillars of business resilience, providing attendees with both strategic insight and practical takeaways. Susan Hayes Culleton will examine the real-world challenges facing businesses in 2026, including economic conditions, interest rate developments, the growing role of artificial intelligence, and labour market trends. She will also present smart solutions, sharing practical financial strategies, productivity tools and efficiency measures that can help businesses protect margins, improve performance and uncover new opportunities for growth. In addition, the event will highlight local supports, showcasing the grants, mentoring programmes and business assistance available through the Carlow enterprise ecosystem, ensuring that business owners understand the resources available to help them succeed and grow with confidence.

Speaking about the event , Kieran Comerford, Head of Economic Development & Enterprise, Carlow County Council, said: "Businesses today are operating in an environment of constant change, from technological advances and workforce challenges to evolving market conditions. This breakfast seminar offers an excellent opportunity for business owners and managers to gain practical advice from one of Ireland's leading economic commentators while also learning about the supports available locally. We encourage businesses of all sizes to attend, network with their peers and take away strategies that can help them build resilience and achieve sustainable growth."

To Book your free place go to: Resilient Business Breakfast with Susan Hayes Culleton: Strategy, Solutions, and Support - Local Enterprise Office - Carlow or contact enterprise@carlowcoco.ie or call 059-9129783