Local Enterprise Week is organised every year by the 31 Local Enterprise Offices across the country and all events are taking place virtually from
Monday 4th to Friday 8th March.
This year’s schedule includes some ‘Spotlight’ events which are organised by individual Local Enterprise Offices and open to every business – wherever
you’re based!
Find out what supports and programmes are the best fit for your business to help face the challenges ahead - book your place
today at LocalEnterprise.ie/Week
Date | Event | Booking Link |
Monday 4 March | Introduction to Self Employment - Virtual Opening Local Enterprise Week 2024, this webinar will help you assess the viability of your business idea and gain an understanding of the essential elements required to start-up and run their own business. | Book Now |
| 10 ways Tourism Business can improve Social Media - VirtualIf you are a tourism business and looking to improve your social media content and effectiveness, this workshop is for you. Please note the focus is on advancement & improvement and is not suitable for beginners! | Book Now |
| Conversation with LEO - The Library, Carrick-on-SuirAre you thinking of starting a business, have you a business idea and don't know what to do next? Meet one of our Business Advisors to hear what supports are available to you. | Book Now |
| Announcement of National Enterprise Awards representativeThe business to represent Tipperary at the National Enterprise Awards competition in June 2024 will be announced. | |
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Tuesday 5 March | Green Hubs Launch - The Ballykisteen Hotel, Tipperary Tipperary County Council in association with MyWaste is launching the Tipperary Town Green Hub project with a breakfast morning event to be held in The Ballykisteen Hotel, Tipperary from 8-9.30pm. The aim of this new green business hub event is to engage with businesses in the hospitality sector to support their staff & customers to reduce business waste and increase waste segregation. | Book Now |
| The Dangers Lurking in Your Supply Chain and the Dark Side of AI - VirtualFind out where risks can arise in your business and gain an understanding of how Artificial Intelligence is being used to make emails and impersonation scams much more effective. | Book Now |
| LinkedIn for Professional Networking - VirtualUnderstand how to use LinkedIn to grow your personal professional and/or business brand, network, find prospects and develop sales and business opportunities using LinkedIn. | Book Now |
| Conversation with LEO - The Library, NenaghAre you thinking of starting a business, have you a business idea and don't know what to do next? Meet one of our Business Advisors to hear what supports are available to you. | Book Now |
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Wednesday 6 March | Conversation with LEO - The Library, Clonmel Are you thinking of starting a business, have you a business idea and don't know what to do next? Meet one of our Business Advisors to hear what supports are available to you. | Book Now |
| Retail Symposium | The Retail Edge, Raise your Game - The Horse & Jockey Hotel, ThurlesAn evening of knowledge-sharing, growth and empowerment including industry experts who will guide you on Customer Service, Human Resources and the Digital Revolution. Jean McCabe, CEO Retail Excellence Ireland will be joined by performance coach Alf Dunbar,HR specialist Tommy Smyth and winner of Online Retailer of the year Aine O'Leary, Wardrobe+. This FREE event includes Buffet Supper. Booking (through Eventbrite) is essential. | Book Now |
| Financial Literacy | Demystifying Small Business Finance - VirtualHave you got questions about your business finance..... Pensions, Succession, Auto Enrolment, Environmental Social Governance (ESG) or Employment Law and the new requirements coming down the tracks? Join our industry experts for practical insights and gain actionable strategies to navigate the financial challenges in your business. The event includes a panel discussion and an opportunity to ask questions specific to your business in a confidential setting to help you to acquire the knowledge to make confident financial decisions. | Book Now |
| Conversation with LEO - Civic Offices, Rosanna Rd, TipperaryAre you thinking of starting a business, have you a business idea and don't know what to do next? Meet one of our Business Advisors to hear what supports are available to you. | Book Now |
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Thursday 7 March | Artificial Intelligence Workshop with Microsoft & LinkedIn - The Abbey Court Hotel, NenaghThis course offers a high-level introduction to the rapidly emerging and critical arena of AI for a generalist audience. It is designed to be of broad relevance and provide participants with the foundational knowledge, skills, and competencies they need to engage more confidently with the current and emerging applications of AI that are relevant to their own contexts of work or practice. | Book Now |
| Intellectual Property - VirtualJoin Intellectual Property Office of Ireland as they make a presentation IP including, Trademarks, Patents, Designs and Copyright. | Book Now |
| Conversation with LEO - The Library, Source Arts Centre, ThurlesAre you thinking of starting a business, have you a business idea and don't know what to do next? Meet one of our Business Advisors to hear what supports are available to you. | Book Now |
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Friday 8 March | Celebration of International Women's Day - Aherlow House Hotel, TipperaryJoin our celebration of International Women's Day at the Aherlow House Hotel, Tipperary where we guarantee you an day of empowerment, learning, networking and good food! Hear from our invited speakers from Dr Ann Monaghan, Project Manager, The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA), Trinity College Dublin, Mary D’arcy, Financial Crime Lead, Banking & Payments Federation Ireland and local entrepreneur Cahir based Kira Makela, Director, Tourwise Ireland. Enjoy a delicious lunch and network with like-minded female entrepreneurs in the beautiful surroundings of the Galtee Mountains! | Book Now |
| Conversation with LEO - The Library, RoscreaAre you thinking of starting a business, have you a business idea and don't know what to do next? Meet one of our Business Advisors to hear what supports are available to you. | Book Now |