Kildare

...Making It Happen

FUNDING INNOVATION - 15th May at MERITS

Date:
15/05/2025
 
Note:
15th May 2025
 
Time:
8.30am to 2pm
 
Category:
Networking
 

This event showcases 9 funding innovation opportunities. It brings together the key support organisations for you to meet, whilst also giving you the chance to hear real experiences from peers across different sectors. Whether you're a startup or an established business with an innovative idea, this event is for you!

Free
 
 

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Local Enterprise Office Kildare in collaboration with the Local Enterprise Offices in Carlow, Laois, Meath and Wicklow

 

Companies that INNOVATE can quickly respond to changes in market demands and trends, maintaining relevance and competitiveness, attracting the best talent and ensuring sustained growth.

We know that R&D drives economic growth and progress, spurs innovation and is critical for companies to stay competitive. With our R&D funding, we support innovation that helps to grow sales and employment for your business. 

This event showcases 9 funding innovation opportunities. It brings together the key exhibitors for you to meet, whilst also giving you the chance to hear real experiences from peers across different sectors.

Whether you're a startup or an established business with an innovative idea, this event is for you!

 

Event Details:

  • Date: 15th May 2025
  • Location: MERITS, Devoy Park, Naas, Co. Kildare
  • Time: 8.30am to 2pm

 

Why Attend?

  • Expert Insights: Hear from industry leaders, innovators, and successful entrepreneurs about the latest trends in funding research and innovation
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with potential funders, and like-minded business professionals.
  • Intellectual Property: Understand what IP your have and how to protect it.

 

Who Should Attend?

  • Entrepreneurs & Startups
  • Small & Medium-Sized Business Owners with up to 50 employees
  • Manufacturers and services delivering IP

Exhibitors will include: 

  • Enterprise Ireland
  • TU Dublin
  • Maynooth University
  • SETU Carlow
  • The Intellectual Property Office of Ireland
  • Grant Thornton
  • CELTEC 
  • New Frontiers
  • InterTrade Ireland

AGENDA:

8:30

Registration, Networking and Meet Exhibitors

9:00

Welcome

Introduction to the Funding Innovation Roadmap

Stage 1 of roadmap: IDEATION AND IDENTIFYING OPPORTUNITIES

9:20

Stage 2 of roadmap: PROTECTING YOUR IP ASSET with the Intellectual Property Office

10:00

Stage 3 of roadmap: TECHNICAL RESEARCH (Academic) with Intertrade Ireland's Innovation Boost

Followed by a panel discussion with Maynooth University, TU Dublin and SETU covering Innovation Vouchers and Innovation Partnership Programme

11:00

Break and meet exhibitors

11:30

Stage 4 of roadmap: TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT (Industry) with Enterprise Ireland discussing the €150,000 RD&I Fund

12:00

Stage 5 of Roadmap: DOCUMENTATION - Audit proof the R&D Tax Credit with Grant Thornton

12:30

Closing Remarks and final questions

12:45

Lunch and meet exhibitors

 

Reserve Your Spot Today! Spaces are limited, so secure your place now and take the next step in funding your business for success.

For more information, contact us at localenterprise@kildarecoco.ie

Don't miss this chance to unlock critical funding opportunities to innovate!