Tech Spark NI Summary: Tech Spark NI offers support to help women entrepreneurs improve their start-up ideas and connect with Northern Ireland’s tech community. Eligibility criteria: The programme is open to women who: have tech focused business ideas in the concept stage have pre-revenue tech ideas needing assistance with product development, customer validation, or raising investment…
DAERA launches £1.55 million rural micro business development grant aid fund DAERA has today launched the Rural Business Development Grant Scheme which will deliver £1.55million in capital grants to support rural micro businesses across Northern Ireland. The Rural Business Development Grant Scheme is funded through the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs ‘Tackling Rural…
This event will equip businesses based in Northern Ireland with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the cross-border market InterTradeIreland, in partnership with the Department for Business and Trade, is hosting this free in-person event to equip businesses based in Northern Ireland with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the cross-border…
About this event Online event focused on engaging stakeholders and building partnerships! Join for a day filled with insightful discussions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities. Learn from industry experts and connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about collaboration and community engagement. Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, this event is designed…
Six tips for successful primary market research How you conduct your primary field research will have a significant impact on the quality of the results. Keep these key points in mind when doing and interpreting your research. 1. Ask the right questions Badly phrased questions can give you wrong answers. Avoid yes or no questions.…
The Cluster Acceleration Programme will fund five clusters and 50 studies, providing financial support for SMEs to collaborate and grow The £11 million Cluster Acceleration Programme (CAP), designed by Invest Northern Ireland, aims to boost innovation and productivity among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Northern Ireland by supporting and funding the formation of business…
Share Your Views on the Issues that Matter Most To Your Business – NI Enterprise Barometer is still live. The annual NI Enterprise Barometer provides an invaluable opportunity for entrepreneurs and business owners, like you, to share their insights and experiences. As a locally connected business of Fermanagh, your input actively informs actionable insights for…
Employers are encouraged to show their commitment to fair pay by getting involved with Living Wage Week 2024. Living Wage Week is the annual celebration of the Living Wage movement. Living Wage Week 2024 takes place between Monday 4 and Sunday 10 November 2024. Promoting Living Wage employers The Living Wage Foundation is hosting Living…
Upcoming webinars from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) to help employers, businesses and the self-employed understand tax issues that affect them. Listed below are a number of live HMRC webinars that will give the self-employed an understanding of key taxes that affect them and also help employers with payroll. The webinars are free and last…
Financial support for UK artists and bands The PPL Momentum Music Fund, managed by PRS Foundation, is offering grants between £5,000 and £15,000 to UK-based artists and bands looking to take their careers to the next level. This funding is designed to support musicians at a critical stage in their development, helping them achieve significant…
