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EnterprisingAn Entrepreneurial Story: Konree InnovationThis episode is for any early-stage entrepreneur, people thinking about perusing entrepreneurship or applying for funding. The beginning of this story is about identifying a real problem worth tackling with a view to building a profitable business but as the conversation develops, Margaret Rae, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Konree Innovation delves into many tips and tricks to building an investible business and so much more. Margaret talks to Chantal Costello (WestBIC), about the supports she received from New Frontiers, to EMPOWER, to the Women EU Tech Award, to WestBIC, to Enterprise Ireland. Some key topics i...
2023-08-0149 min
EnterprisingAvoiding legal pitfalls for startups with Flynn O'Driscoll LLPThis episode is whistle-stop tour for entrepreneurs, founders and new business owners to ensure they avoid making critical legal mistakes that could back to bite them! Laura Myles, the Head of Data Privacy and IP at Flynn O'Driscoll LLP and Cian Mannion, Corporate associate at Flynn O’Driscoll LLP speak to Ultan Faherty, Project Manager at WestBIC around investment, intellectual property protection and shareholder matters. Listen to this episode to gain clear, tangible & practical insights into:- The benefits of incorporating a company - The importance of a shareholder’s agreement, especially when it come...
2023-05-3152 minEnterprisingAg tacú le gnólachtaí nuathionscanta agus le gnólachtaí úr sa Ghaeltacht tríd an ngréasán gteicGlacann Mícheál Ó Duibhir, Oifigeach Forbartha an Gheilleagair Dhigiteach le hÚdarás na Gaeltachta an micreafón fiontraíochta chun insint do Eunan Mac Cuinneagáin, Bainisteoir Réigiúnach WestBIC faoi na deiseanna atá ann gnó a thosnú i gceann de na 27 moil digiteach atá lonnaithe ins na ceantair Gaeltachta. Labhraíonn Mícheál faoin tallann, cothromaíocht oibre-saoil agus deiseanna chun fostaíocht a chrúthú i ngnólachtaí nuathionscanta agus i ngnólachtaí atá bunaithe cheana féin.Fáigh eolas ar an bhealach atá Údarás na Gaeltachta ag tabhairt deiseanna do dhaoine fil...
2023-04-1719 minEnterprisingHow new start-ups and businesses are supported in the Gaeltacht through the gteic networkMícheál Ó Duibhir, the Digital Economy Development Officer with Údarás na Gaeltachta takes to the enterprising microphone to tell Eunan Cunningham, Regional Manager at WestBIC about the opportunities for starting a business in one of the 27 digital hubs located in Gaeltacht areas. Mícheál speaks about talent, work-life balance and opportunities for employment generation in new start-ups and existing businesses.Find out how Údarás na Gaeltachta is giving people the opportunity to move back to the Gaeltacht, by availing of the supports for businesses, entrepreneurs, remote workers, and members of the diaspora in the Ga...
2023-04-1718 minEnterprisingBreaking through Barriers, Seizing Opportunities and Learning from Failures..Celebrating 25 years in business, Noreen D'Arcy of D'Arcy Marketing & PR takes the Enterprising mic to discuss: marketing for startups, female entrepreneurship, building a personal brand and taking guidance from mentors who will push you and your business forward. Noreen opens up about how working in the hospitality industry was a major opportunity for her, unbeknown at the time. We talk about navigating decisions after a disappointing leaving certificate and starting a career at a time where there were 2.5 sales & marketing jobs in Galway City in hotels. We also touch on taking time out, accepting different forms of support, both in...
2023-03-2848 minEnterprisingAn Entrepreneurial Story: DigiTallyPatrick McDermott, Co-Founder & CEO at DigiTally tells Niamh Considine, WestBIC about his entrepreneurial journey from concept to commercialisation! The Galway based entrepreneur speaks about how to overcome start-up challenges including the fund-raising process in Ireland, a route to scale that works, deciding to grow the business, solving a real problem and recruiting the right team to take your business all the way. DigiTally software provides marginal gains to a multisite food business through effective management of profitability, food waste and improved operational efficiency. Digitally enables businesses to make timely decisions from trustworthy data, which is pa...
2023-02-2420 min
EnterprisingWhy Donegal is an Ideal Location to Start, Spinout and Scale your BusinessIn this episode, WestBIC’s Alison McGonagle meets Kevin Sexton, the Head of Innovation at the Alpha Innovation Centre to discuss all things enterprise in Donegal and the Northwest of Ireland. The innovation advocates talk about converting problems into opportunities, scaling startups and the importance of failing fast. Kevin shares his experience from across Europe and brings home the 4 phases of innovation to Inishowen, Co. Donegal. Kevin speaks about improving, adapting and developing as all being key elements of the innovation process. The Donegal natives highlight the range of supports, initiatives and opportunities for collaboration acr...
2023-01-1240 min
EnterprisingHealth Innovation in Ireland & Progressing Projects based on Unmet Clinical NeedsIn this episode, Mary Ryan speaks to Steven Griffen from the Health Innovation Hub Ireland, who shares insights on working closely with the healthcare community and academic partners from across a diverse range of disciplines to investigate opportunities for innovation, and progress projects based on unmet clinical needs. Steven also speaks about engaging in technology evaluation with Irish companies to develop HIHI projects and supports healthcare employees to progress their ideas into products. The vision of the HIH is to establish Ireland as a leading location for start-ups and expanding healthcare companies, allowing easy interaction with hospitals an...
2022-12-0619 min
EnterprisingAn Entrepreneurial Story: RonspotOff the back of the latest funding round, Michael Furey takes the Enterprising microphone to discuss Ronspot’s challenges and triumphs over the past 4 years. Michael speaks about having a keen awareness of the current market and how this opened doors for further product development and expansion, how availing of the supports in Ireland has helped Ronspot, and how to lead a team to make good business decisions. Contact Michael michael.furey@Ronspotflexwork.com Find out more or book a demo: https://ronspotflexwork.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
2022-10-0328 min
EnterprisingDisparities & similarities around female entrepreneurship and investment in IrelandThis episode dives deep into investment and female entrepreneurship, the disparities between women and men on the island of Ireland when it comes to business investment, starting a business and attitudes to risk. Mary McKenna, the co-founder of AwakenHub, speaks on her unexpected route to entrepreneurship at 43 years of age. Mary and Ultan, the project manager at WestBIC also discuss how inflation is affecting the investment space, strategies for sourcing investment and the keys to building a sustainable business.Don't miss this!Find out more about AwakenHub here: https://www.awakenhub.comApply...
2022-09-0133 min
EnterprisingGame Changers in AgTech: Where Academia meets IndustryAt WestBIC, we understand the importance of perception, so in this episode we shake things up. We interviewed Bernard Carlson, Programme Manager of AgInnovate, a one-year MSc in NUI Galway and compared and contrasted his viewpoint with up and coming entrepreneur, Kieran Supple, Co-Founder of Reap Interactive - an agricultural technology company focusing on the next generation of farming solutions, who are using technology to feed the growing population. Hear about the agents of change, the power of data and the advantages of adopting a data-focussed approach to increase efficiency and predictability in the agriculture industry.
2022-08-0449 min
EnterprisingWhat it takes to become a High Potential Startup (and how WestBIC can help you get there!)In this Episode Mary Ryan, Deputy CEO at WestBIC reveals what it really takes to become a high potential startup company, the commonly faced challenges in today's business climate and how these can be overcome. Mary highlights the vast array of tailored and specialised services that WestBIC offers to budding entrepreneurs in the West and the Northwest of Ireland to support them on their unique journey to commercial success Whether you are a student entrepreneur, a pre-seed company or a scaling startup seeking private investment - this episode is not to be missed! T...
2022-06-3022 min
EnterprisingGach eolas a theastaíonn uait faoi Fhéile Eoraip na Nuálaithe U35Ins an eagrán seo, tá Micheál Ó hEanaigh, Príomhfheidhmeannach Údarás na Gaeltachta ag labhairt le Eunan Cunningham, Bainisteoir Réigiúnach ag WestBIC, faoin Fhéile Eoraip na Nuálaithe Faoi 35 atá á reáchtáil ag MIT Technology Review, atá ag teacht go hÉirinn ar an 19ú - 21ú Bealtaine 2022, don chéad uair riamh. Tá seo ar cheann de na himeachtaí is suntasaí ar domhan a thugann ómós do nuálaithe óga a bhfuil sé mar aidhm acu cur go dearfach leis an domhan trí mheán na teicneolaíochta. Tiocfaidh na nuálaithe is cliste san Eorai...
2022-05-1115 min
EnterprisingEverything you need to know about the Innovators U35 Europe FestivalIn this episode, Micheál Ó hEanaigh, CEO of Údarás na Gaeltachta talks to Eunan Cunningham, regional manager at WestBIC, about the Innovators Under 35 Europe Festival run by MIT Technology Review, which is coming to Ireland on May 19th - 21st 2022, for the first time in its history. This is one of the world’s most distinguished events honouring young innovators who aim to positively contribute to the world through technology. Europe’s brightest innovators will gather in Gaoth Dobhair, Donegal, to showcase their work and meet likeminded visionaries who are who are using technological advancements to shape the...
2022-05-0619 min
EnterprisingA Green Entrepreneurial Story: BiaSolSibling Entrepreneurs Niamh and Ruairi Dooley speak about their innovative food supplement made from brewers spent grains. Their BiaSol Super Milled Grains is a zero waste, versatile, nutritional supplement packed with fibre and protien. The zero waste startup team takes us through key milestones in the business from idea generation, to supports they availed of and share valuable advice for other budding entrepreneurs. BiaSol started in 2020 during lockdown and now repurposes brewing by-products to keep the circular economy in flow, creating taste while reducing waste. See biasol.ie for stockists, online shop and to access a...
2022-04-0422 min
EnterprisingAn Entrepreneurial Story: ByowaveIn this episode, WestBIC is joined by the innovative Co-founders of Byowave: Brandon Blacoe and Eibhlin O'Riordan. The dynamic pair discuss their journey from concept to commericalisation of their customizable modular game controllers. Byowave is developing products to ensure every individual has access to the digital world. Byowave is supported by Microsoft, so the controller will start with Xbox, Windows, Mac, IOS and Android. Key topics include: The idea generation Insights into the initial stages of starting the business The challenges faced The biases torwards young entrepreneurs Key supports recieved The importance o...
2022-03-0229 min
EnterprisingSecuring Your Future: Female Founders Part 2Catherine O’Grady Powers of Glen Keen Farm shares her enterprise journey of growing and developing one of Ireland's largest farms as a leading visitor attraction destination. Catherine highlights the importance of engaging effectively with key stakeholders, and the power of leveraging your network and community. Catherine discusses creativity and marketing innovation showcasing how Glen Keen Farm has grown business opportunities as a visitor attraction despite the global pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-02-0722 min
EnterprisingSecuring our Future: Female FoundersE6: Raquel Naboa, CEO and Founder of 50 Shades Greener, a leading environmental education company provides powerful insights on the challenges of being an entrepreneur, CEO and managing self-doubt and imposter syndrome along that journey. Raquel highlights the importance of establishing a strong network and describes her unique take on growing and managing her own team. Key themes include rural tourism and sustainability, and how 50 Shades Greener is providing world leading environmental education and training to a wide range of clients. Website: https://www.fiftyshadesgreener.ie Email: info@fiftyshadesgreener.ie Hosted on Acas...
2022-01-1035 minEnterprisingDreasachtaí agus tacaíochtaí do ghnólachtaí nuathionscanta nuálacha ins an GhaeltachtE5 (As Gaeilge): Ins an leagan seo de phodchraoladh WestBIC, labhair Eunan Mac Cuinneagáin ó WestBIC le Sinéad Ní Fhatharta, Bainisteoir Fiontraíochta agus Fostaíochta, Údaras na Gaeltachta agus Cathaoirleach ar Bhord WestBIC faoi na dreasachtaí agus tacaíochtaí a chuireann Údarás na Gaeltachta ar fáil d’fhiontraithe agus do ghnólachtaí nuathionscanta. Phléigh said fosta na hearnálacha faoi leith ina fheiceann Údarás na Gaeltachta treochtaí fáis agus an tionchar a bhéas ag na gteiceanna (na Moil Digiteach Gaeltachta) atá ar fud na tíre ar fhorbairt gnólachtaí nuathionscanta agus ar fhostaíocht in Iarthar na...
2021-10-2811 minEnterprisingIncentives and supports for innovative start-ups and SMEs in the GaeltachtE5: In this episode, Eunan Cunningham of WestBIC speaks to Sinéad Ní Fhatharta, Enterprise and Employment Manager with Údarás na Gaeltachta and Chair of WestBIC about the types of incentives and supports that Údarás na Gaeltachta offer to entrepreneurs and start-ups. They also discussed the sectors where Údarás na Gaeltachta are seeing growth trends and the impact of the country-wide gteics (Gaeltacht Digital Hubs) on new start-up development and employment in the West of Ireland. Sinéad also shared with Eunan the advice that she would provide to entrepreneurs who are thinking of establishing their innovative start-ups...
2021-10-2811 minEnterprisingEU Funding Opportunities ExplainedE4: In episode 4, John Brennan of WestBIC talks EU Funding opportunities with Helena Deane who is an expert and evaluator engaged by the European Commission with over 4 years' experience in the field. Find out about the different types of funds available, what Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) consist of, the success rate associated with applications and much more! This is a must listen for anyone considering applying for such funds in the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-11-1030 minEnterprisingAn Entrepreneurial Story: PayslipE3: This episode features Fidelma McQuirk, Founder and CEO of PaySlip, an Automation and Integration technology delivering standardised Global Payroll for Multinational employers. The host, Mary Ryan of WestBIC, takes us on a journey exploring Fidelma's experiences of starting a business as a female entrepreneur based in rural Ireland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-09-0722 min
EnterprisingCompetitive Start Fund ExplainedE2: In the second episode of the WestBIC podcast, Mary Ryan of WestBIC talks to John Brennan about the Enterprise Ireland Competitive Start fund (CSF), detailing the application process and how best to navigate the road to success.
2020-06-2218 minEnterprisingThe Startup Business Angel Investment ProcessE1: In the first episode of the WestBIC podcast, John Brennan caught up with Ultan Faherty who explained the Business Angel Investment Process. Ultan shared his insights from his many years of experience working with Investors and Entrepreneurs through the Business Angel Network to give a comprehensive overview of just what the process entails. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-05-2712 min