Calling All Entrepreneurs: Nominations for 2024 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year programme now open

The 2024 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ (EOY) programme is open for nominations. Entrepreneurs from emerging, established, and international businesses operating across all industry sectors are invited to submit their nominations by 29th Feb 2024. The theme for this year’s programme is The Trailblazers. Entrepreneurial trailblazers are true leaders with the courage and capacity to plot and […]

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2021 Programme Seeking Entrepreneurs

Now in its 24th year in Ireland, the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2021 programme officially opens today for nominations. Entrepreneurs from emerging businesses to established international groups, across all sectors, are invited to submit their nominations between now and 16th March. Roger Wallace, Partner Lead for EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Ireland said: “We are delighted to be launching the […]

60% of entrepreneurs anticipate a return to normal trading within 12 months

Despite serious challenges entrepreneurs remain positive on outlook for 2021 Half of entrepreneurs expect to increase headcount in 2021 70% of entrepreneurs say Government has been supportive Revenues fall for 76% of entrepreneurs since start of crisis   In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, entrepreneurs across the island remain positive, with 60% anticipating a […]

€1 million in start-up funding for overseas entrepreneurs and experienced business professionals

The Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys TD, has announced two new Competitive Start Funds (CSFs) totalling up to €1 million to support overseas entrepreneurs and start-ups led by experienced business professionals. The funds, which will run simultaneously, will be administered by Enterprise Ireland. Each fund will provide up to €50,000 in equity […]

Sean Gallagher Releases His First Book: Secrets To Success

‘… contains invaluable lessons about what it takes to become successful.’ – Jack Canfield, best-selling author of Chicken Soup for the Soul   ‘… a wonderful book on success and achievement … it will help you accomplish your goals faster than you ever thought possible.’ – Brian Tracy, international speaker, New York Times best-selling author […]

Enterprise Ireland Launches €1m CSF For Female Entrepreneurs

Enterprise Ireland’s €1 million Competitive Start Fund (CSF) for Female Entrepreneurs will open for applications on Tuesday, 1 May. Up to €50,000 in equity funding is available to a maximum of 20 successful female applicants with early stage start-up companies. Last year, 46 per cent of all companies who received CSF investment from Enterprise Ireland were […]

57% Of Entrepreneurs Say Recruitment Is A Challenge

The EY Entrepreneur of the Year™ Alumni Network directly employs 241,744 people, a 59% increase in the last five years 79% have increased headcount in last 12 months, 84% plan to increase in next 12 months Combined revenue of €18.8bn Dublin, 12 March 2018: Recruiting experienced staff has been the biggest challenge over the last 12 months […]

Enterprise Ireland Announces €750,000 In Start-Up Funding For Offaly Female Entrepreneurs

Enterprise Ireland’s €750,000 Competitive Start Fund (CSF) for Female Entrepreneurs will open for applications on Wednesday 3 May. Up to €50,000 in equity funding is available to a maximum of 15 successful female applicants with early stage start-up companies. Last year, one in three companies who received CSF investment from Enterprise Ireland were female-led.   […]

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Launches 2015 Search For Ireland’s Top Entrepreneurs

The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ programme officially opened for nominations last night as EY kicked off their nationwide search for Ireland’s leading entrepreneurs at Iveagh House. Hosted by the Minister of State at the Departments of Finance, Public Expenditure & Reform, Simon Harris T.D.; over 100 entrepreneurs attended the national launch event where they […]

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ Launches The 2014 Search For Ireland’s Leading Entrepreneurs

Nominations for the 2014 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™ programme officially opened last night as EY kicked off their nationwide search for Ireland’s leading entrepreneurs. Over 100 entrepreneurs attended the national launch event held at the EY offices on Harcourt Street, Dublin, where they heard about the significant benefits of being part of the programme […]