Taking Care of Business Event - 16 October

TCOB October 2014

'Taking Care of Business' is a one-stop-shop free event where 27 State bodies come together to meet SMEs, start-ups and potential entrepreneurs in Dublin. 

The event aims to:

  • Allow small business owners to informally ask questions and get advice from a diverse mix of Government Agencies.
  • Provide presentations which will focus on key regulatory requirements and the assistance available to help entrepreneurs develop their businesses.

This free event will take place on Thursday 16th October in the Printworks Conference Centre in Dublin Castle. 

The half-day event is specifically targeted at people thinking of starting a business as well as small business owners and managers.

Attending the event will allow entrepreneurs to: 

  • Better understand the key regulations that affect them so that they can focus on the main task of running their business.
  • Meet experts from a broad range of public bodies in an informal setting.
  • Find out about advice and supports that are available from across the public sector.

The State offices and agencies represented will provide information across a wide range of areas, including: 

  • Tax, employment and Health & Safety obligations.
  • Legal requirements for setting up and running a business.
  • Requirements in areas such as food and environmental safety.
  • Advice on government procurement and intellectual property.
  • Assistance and supports from enterprise agencies and Local Authorities.

How to Register

Visit www.takingcareofbusiness.ie to register and for more details including the running order of presentations and the full list of State Bodies attending, 

Early booking is strongly advised as there are a limited number of places available.