Call for Expressions of Interest: Export Development Programme

Are you ready to take your business international?

Kildare Local Enterprise Office  is inviting expressions of interest for its Export Development Programme, a fully funded initiative designed to help businesses explore new international markets and avail of the €10,000 Market Explorer Grant to action their export plan.

This short, intensive programme will run over two months and includes:

• In-person and online workshops
• 1:1 export advisory support
• Development of an 18-month Export Plan

Participants will gain practical insights into:

• Value Proposition & Market Research
• Product-Market Fit & Customer Profiling
• Competitor Analysis & Go-To-Market Strategy
• Financial Modelling & Export Readiness
• Digital and AI adoption for global competitiveness
• Sustainable business models for international growth

Eligibility Criteria:

• New or existing exporters
• Established businesses with export ambition
• 1–50 paid employees

Limited Places Available:Only 15 businesses will be selected for this cohort, aligned to the budget available for Market Explorer Grant applications.

How to Apply:Submit your expression of interest by using the “book now” button above or by emailing localenterprise@kildarecoco.ie and a member of our team will be in contact to discuss this opportunity with you.