National Women's Enterprise Day 2024: Celebrate, Connect, and Make It Happen!

Date: Thursday, October 17th, 2024

Time: 5:30 PM – 8:15 PM, followed by a buffet dinner and networking

Venue: Errigal House Hotel, Skeffington Suite, Cootehill, Co. Cavan

Theme:Celebrate, Connect, and Make It Happen!

Fee: FREE (Booking essential)

About the Event:

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate National Women’s Enterprise Day 2024. This special event brings together professional women from the Cavan and Monaghan Women in Business Networks for a night of inspiration, networking, and empowerment. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a business leader, or someone with aspirations to start your own business, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Hosted by the Local Enterprise Offices Cavan & Monaghan, the evening promises a blend of insightful talks and engaging discussions centered around our empowering theme, Making It Happen. With a lineup of distinguished speakers, including successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders, you'll leave with fresh ideas, valuable connections, and the motivation to take your business to the next level.

Minister Heather Humphreys TD will officially launch the event, setting the stage for a dynamic program featuring:

Pamela Kerr – Head of Enterprise, Local Enterprise Office Monaghan l will highlight how the Local Enterprise Offices can help and support female entrepreneurs.

Conor Craven - Head of Enterprise, Local Enterprise Office Cavan will also speak on some of the supports available through the Local Enterprise offices. 

Ailbhe & Izzy Keane – Award-Winning Entrepreneurs, Forbes 30 Under 30 honorees, Disability Activists, and Founders of Izzy Wheels, sharing their remarkable journey and tips on how to Make It Happen.

Larissa Feeney, founder of Kinore (formerly Accountants Online), will provide insights from her entrepreneurial journey and share actionable advice.

Margaret McKeon Boyle - Managing Director / Founder, Extensive PR. Margaret is the coordinator of Cavan Women in Business Network on behalf of Local Enterprise Office Cavan.  She will be the Master of Ceremonies for this event.

Panel Discussion:

Facilitated by Jean Evans of Networking Jean and the Coordinator of Monaghan Women in Business Network, the panel will feature:

• Emer McVeety, Laochra Academy, National Women’s Enterprise Day Ambassador for LEO Cavan.
• Aprilanna Barker, Dinkins Bakery, National Women’s Enterprise Day Ambassador for LEO Monaghan.
• Tara McGovern, Business Advisor, LEO Cavan.
• Siobhan Sherry, Business Advisor, LEO Monaghan

This discussion will delve into real-life experiences and practical strategies for overcoming challenges and seizing opportunities in business.

Running Order:

• 5:30 PM – Guest Arrival, Registration, Refreshments & Networking
• 6:20 PM – Welcome by MC Margaret McKeon-Boyle
• 6:22 PM – Opening Address by Minister Heather Humphreys TD
• 6:35 PM – Pamel Kerr, Head of Enterprise, Local Enterprise Office Monaghan
• 6:40 PM – Keynote Speeches by Larissa Feeney and Ailbhe & Izzy Keane
• 7:35 PM – Panel Discussion
• 8:00 PM – Closing Remarks & FREE Raffle
• 8:15 PM – Buffet Dinner & Networking

Don't miss this chance to be inspired, connect with like-minded women, and gain the tools you need to Make It Happen in your business!