Friday 30th August: Protecting the Value of your Ideas

At this week's Coffee Zoom, Irish Trade Mark Agent and  EU Professional Representative Mary White of Stobbs Ireland will talk about how to make your business assets legally protectable from the outset, what is brand protection and tips for business with an online presence or who engage in e-commerce.

Mary White works with Local Enterprise Offices as a business mentor, and with Enterprise Ireland, and with the European Union Intellectual Property Office to help Irish business grow.  She helps people and companies protect their unique identity and also helps stop copycats or infringers
 

Friday 20th September 2024: The What, How, and Why of Web Design: Simple tips to make your website work better for you and your customers.

A few simple steps to review your website’s effectiveness and usability and be better prepared for a conversation with your web designerFeel free to email me any specific questions in advance at info@anyadesignstudio.com.
Anna Kozielska owns Anya Design Studio - a web design and development studio dedicated to helping SMEs, business owners, and entrepreneurs build their online presence. My expertise spans WordPress development, eCommerce, Shopify, eLearning, and UX design.After earning a Master’s Degree in English Studies and a Professional Diploma in UX Design, I discovered my passion for blending creative storytelling with technology - a career that perfectly combines my interests. As a freelance web designer and consultant, I’ve helped clients translate their ideas into impactful online platforms. Helping people build their online empires and bring their ideas to live online is what drives me.

Friday 27th September 2024: Social Media and Digital Marketing Q&A

Feel free to ask her your burning questions on anything related to marketing, including: Creating a holistic marketing strategy, Content calendar mapping, Managing social media accounts, Creating content on a budget, Paid Ads and anything else you need help with!

Friday 4th October 2024: How to run your business on autopilot (and other dreams from a busy entrepreneur)

Elaine Walsh McGrath is going to share how she has been plotting, planning, and getting a step closer to running her business on autopilot while putting in the hours!  If you have a knowledge based business or a business where you could show others how to do what you do, then join this Expert Coffee Zoom.
Elaine is a talented course creator and has been running courses and training groups of all sizes since 2019. She loves LinkedIn and has a membership that supports entrepreneurs to get noticed (and more clients) on LinkedIn called Let's Get Visible.   See https://www.elainewalshmcgrath.com

Friday 18th October: How a better understanding of your customer can redefine your entire business proposition.

Ann Claire Nolan of Chromatico will talk about why customer centricity is important, how the biggest organisations apply this thinking and free ways to conduct your own research.
Ann Claire Nolan is the founder of Chromatico, a multidisciplinary research and strategy business. She has an extensive background in research, strategy, and consumer insights and partners clients across sectors including financial services, health, FMCG, B2B, transport, energy and hospitality. Her areas of expertise include qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, consumer behaviour, brand 

Friday 25th October: Aligning our business with our purpose and values

Increasingly we are noticing that many people are seeking work that has meaning and aligns with their sense of purpose, values  and their “why” . Businesses that identify and live from their values are more “successful” and get better results and better engagement from those they work with and for. 
Monica Haughey is an experienced psychotherapist and Conscious Coach with over 20 years of practice She has always navigated her own career path which has involved identifying and aligning with her own passion and sense of purpose. She works with individuals and groups to help them break free from limiting beliefs, and confidently take their next brave step.

Friday 22nd November: Canva tips and tricks (from a designer point of view)

This session is an invitation to dive deeply into your canva skills and put them into practice more thoughtfully with a designer eye. Create scroll-stopping posts and show up looking professional, authentic and CONFIDENT.    Roberta Rechena is a Brand & Web Designer based in Dublin, specializing in helping passionate business owners craft authentic brands that deeply connect with their target audience. With over 18 years of experience in the industry, Roberta firmly believes that brands should not only be seen, but also felt. Her primary focus lies in unearthing the unique voice and personality of each brand, enabling her to sculpt a brand identity that not only mirrors its essence, but also forges a meaningful connection with its audience.   See https://byroberta.design