Local Enterprise Week 2026

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Local Enterprise Week 2026 in Offaly: Inspiration, Ideas & Real Support for Your Business

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Monday

02/03/2026

Resilient Business in 2026: Real‑World Challenges, Smart Solutions, Local Supports 

Join LEO Offaly and keynote speaker Susan Hayes Culleton for an engaging, practical, and energising session rooted in real‑world SME experience. Susan brings a unique blend of financial expertise, strategic insight, and uplifting encouragement to help business owners navigate challenges, spot opportunities, and build momentum. This session is designed to support entrepreneurs at every stage with clear guidance, actionable tools, and the confidence to take the next step. Lunch is included.

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FREE

AI Online Mentoring Clinic

Book a one‑to‑one online session with an AI specialist to explore how artificial intelligence can support and streamline your business.

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FREE

Tuesday

03/03/2026

Digital Marketing Programme (12 sessions) Online

This comprehensive 12‑session online Digital Marketing Programme is designed to equip participants with the skills, tools, and confidence to build and implement a results‑driven digital marketing strategy that supports real business growth. Across the programme, participants will learn how to plan, execute, and measure effective digital activity across key channels — from social media and content marketing to SEO, email, analytics, and more.

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Local Enterprise Week National Development Summit in association with Google and EEN

This event is designed to empower Irish SMEs to define and execute a strategy for sustained growth using the best of AI.  Through a blend of strategic insights from fellow SMEs and practical workshops, you'll gain a clear understanding of how to drive meaningful growth and achieve tangible business outcomes, leveraging the efficiencies of AI.  The mix of content is designed to engage attendees with all levels of AI knowledge and includes motivational keynotes, expert-led panels and workshops, as well as interactive demonstrations.

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FREE

Tourism Mentoring Clinic

Book a one‑to‑one online session with a tourism expert for tailored guidance on developing and growing your tourism business.

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FREE

Student Enterprise Programme County Final

The County Final brings together young entrepreneurs from secondary schools across Offaly to present their Student Enterprise projects, highlighting their creativity, innovation, and hard work.

Invite Only

Wednesday

04/03/2026

Leadership in an Age of Chaos

Join LEO Offaly for a dynamic lunchtime session with Mark Little, a highly respected entrepreneur, journalist, and innovative leader. Drawing on decades of global experience at the intersection of media, technology, and leadership, Mark will explore what it takes to lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose in an age of chaos.

This session offers grounded, real‑world insight for senior leaders navigating disruption, rapid change, and shifting global landscapes. Expect practical guidance, thought‑provoking ideas, and a fresh perspective on how organisations of all sizes — from SMEs to scaling companies and multinationals — can thrive amid uncertainty.

Designed to be thought-provoking, relevant, and immediately applicable, this lunchtime event will equip leaders with the mindset and tools needed to steer their teams through complexity and shape the future with intention.

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FREE

Business Advice Clinic in Birr

Book a confidential one‑to‑one session with a LEO Offaly Business Advisor for practical, personalised business guidance.

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FREE

Business Advice Clinic in Edenderry

Book a confidential one‑to‑one session with a LEO Offaly Business Advisor for practical, personalised business guidance.

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FREE

Thursday

05/03/2026

Start Your Own Business Course Information Session

This information session outlines what to expect from the six‑week Start Your Own Business course, giving you a feel for the content, format, and practical supports available.

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FREE

Give to Gain: The Power of Women Supporting Women: International Women's Day afternoon tea

Join us for “Give to Gain,” an International Women’s Day afternoon tea celebrating the power of women supporting women, featuring insights from Paula Fitzsimons, one of Ireland’s leading champions of women in business.

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€10

Friday

06/06/2026

Fraud Awareness Event in Birr – Protecting Your Business

LEO Offaly, in partnership with Bank of Ireland and An Garda Síochána, is hosting an informative Fraud Awareness Event designed to help business owners recognise, prevent, and respond to emerging fraud threats.

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FREE

Business Advice Clinic in Tullamore

Book a confidential one‑to‑one session with a LEO Offaly Business Advisor for practical, personalised business guidance.

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FREE

Founders Friday: Paul Mahon, Watt Footprint

Founders Friday, delivered in partnership with AllPro Recruitment and the Tullamore Rotary Club, features Paul Mahon of Watt Footprint. Hear Paul’s story, the challenges and breakthroughs behind his business, and the insights he has gained along the way.

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FREE