Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny launch new Autumn Training and Events Programme 2025

A new Autumn Training and Events Programme aimed to empower small businesses in Kilkenny has been announced by the Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny.

Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council, Cllr Mary Hilda Cavanagh officially launch the Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny Autumn Training and Events Programme 2025 alongside trainers and Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny staff.

The Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny has launched their online and in-person training and events programme for Autumn 2025. This programme schedule provides potential new entrepreneurs and small business currently operating in the County, the opportunity to develop new skills and adapt to the ever-changing economic environment.

The courses on offer range from Start Your Own Business Programmes, Management Development Series, Facebook for Business and some mentoring clinics in areas such as Social Media, Financial, Business Advisory, Digital Marketing and many more. Additionally, educational networking events such as Going Green Conference 2025 and National Women’s Enterprise Day which will take place in the coming months.

Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council, Cllr Mary Hilda Cavanagh expressed excitement about the Autumn Training and Events Programme, stating, "The training sessions offered by the Local Enterprise Office are designed to empower entrepreneurs with practical skills and knowledge, enabling them to tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve their business goals. Investing in the growth and development of our small businesses is crucial for the success of our local economy."

Aileen McGrath, Head of Enterprise, Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny, said that “Small business owners have a range of different priorities and needs. Kilkenny County Council is committed to providing supports to local businesses through the Local Enterprise Office and is conscious that for a business to succeed, it is essential to support them by enhancing their skills, competencies and knowledge”. She further added “the launch of the Autumn Training and Events schedule is designed to support small businesses owners and entrepreneurs based in County Kilkenny”.

With hundreds of Kilkenny businesses availing of the Local Enterprise Office Kilkenny mentoring and training supports this year to date, there is something for all small businesses no matter what stage of their business journey they are at. The Autumn Training and Events Programme 2025 schedule is now available HERE.

For further information:

LEO Kilkenny - info@leo.kilkennycoco.ie / (056) 7752662

Pictured (L-R) – John O Gorman, LEO Kilkenny – Denis Casey, Casey Business Consulting - Cathaoirleach of Kilkenny County Council, Cllr Mary Hilda Cavanagh – John Mulcahy, LEO Kilkenny – Catherine Hennessy, LEO Kilkenny