This feed shows all Events on the Enterprise Ireland Websiteuuid:238bb2da-5182-47d0-9f7a-204ed4b1914b;id=762012-05-18T16:22:41+01:00info@enterprise-ireland.com31272012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-12-12T00:00:00ZThe main implications of Budget 2013 for an Irish exporting SME31262012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-11-14T00:00:00ZDevising a strategy for your company is easier than implementing and monitoring it. This workshop explores how you communicate the strategy and ensure ownership at all levels in the organisation, as well as understanding the importance of MIS, its link to Key Performance Indicators, and how to leverage information systems to move away from a transaction focused role to a strategic thinking role.31252012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-11-13T00:00:00ZDevising a strategy for your company is easier than implementing and monitoring it. This workshop explores how you communicate the strategy and ensure ownership at all levels in the organisation, as well as understanding the importance of MIS, its link to Key Performance Indicators, and how to leverage information systems to move away from a transaction focused role to a strategic thinking role.29862012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-11-05T00:00:00ZMinisterial Trade Mission to Toronto and Calgary31242012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-10-17T00:00:00+01:00This topic will examine how you can partner with your bank to internationalise your business, exploring how and when to engage with financial institutions to avail of the various methods / financial instruments an exporting SME can use to mitigate risks associated with international trade such as Foreign exchange, Letters of Credit, Invoice Discounting, Credit insurance, Performance Bonds, etc.31232012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-10-16T00:00:00+01:00This topic will examine how you can partner with your bank to internationalise your business, exploring how and when to engage with financial institutions to avail of the various methods / financial instruments an exporting SME can use to mitigate risks associated with international trade such as Foreign exchange, Letters of Credit, Invoice Discounting, Credit insurance, Performance Bonds, etc.31022012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-10-10T00:00:00+01:00The 4th Edition of the International Animation and Video Games 3D Wire Market brings together top producers, broadcasters, buyers and other professionals from Spain and Latin America. Enterprise Ireland invites client companies from the animation and transmedia sectors to participate. Meetings with the major players in the industry will be brokered in Spain's major locations. 30992012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-09-25T00:00:00+01:00Enterprise Start Introductory 1-day workshop for people interested in developing an innovative business with export potential.31222012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-09-18T00:00:00+01:00You have made a sale in a foreign market – Do you understand the most effective way to get your money back home? The focus of this workshop is on the various methods for entering foreign markets, examining the tax and financial implications, benefits and risks of establishing subsidiaries, using agents, acquiring business abroad, etc.31212012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-09-17T00:00:00+01:00You have made a sale in a foreign market – Do you understand the most effective way to get your money back home? The focus of this workshop is on the various methods for entering foreign markets, examining the tax and financial implications, benefits and risks of establishing subsidiaries, using agents, acquiring business abroad, etc.29712012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-09-17T00:00:00+01:00International Markets Week gives an opportunity to the clients of Enterprise Ireland to discuss their exports plans and ambitions with our team of over 100 marketing specialists from Enterprise Ireland’s network of 30 offices representing over 60 markets. 29642012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-09-05T00:00:00+01:00The trend forecast seminars present the yarn, colour and styling international trend forecasts for 12 months ahead for the Apparel, Knitwear and Industrial Weaving companies to facilitate their new product development in line with international market trends.30952012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-09-05T00:00:00+01:00The trend forecast seminars present the yarn, colour and styling international trend forecasts for 12 months ahead for the Apparel, Knitwear and Industrial Weaving companies to facilitate their new product development in line with international market trends. 29102012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-07-09T00:00:00+01:00The Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference 2012 takes place in Toronto from July 8th to 12th and provides a forum for companies to connect with Microsoft channel partners and with Microsoft staff, and to learn about the latest Microsoft programs, strategies, and cutting-edge technologies. Twelve to Fifteen Enterprise Ireland client companies are being offered the opportunity to participate in a “Best Connected” Ireland stand at Microsoft WPC 2012. This is the second Enterprise Ireland participation at WPC and we are keen to build on last year’s success.28932012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-06-19T00:00:00+01:00M2M is the latest, sustainable, revenue opportunity for the new generation of mobile operators.This event gives client companies the opportunity to meet the major mobile operators in Spain (Telefonica, Vodafone and Orange), and present to their verticals solutions in transport, telemetry, security, payments and e-Health. 25332012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-06-18T00:00:00+01:00ACHEMA is the world forum of the process industry and the trend-setting technology summit for chemical engineering, environmental protection and biotechnology. 31712012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-06-18T00:00:00+01:00Minister of State Joe Costello will lead a 5 Strand Technology Trade Mission to Russia from the 18th - 22nd June 2012. The Mission will be based in Moscow, and will include activities that support the Ireland Russia Joint Economic Commission working groups i.e. based on a Government to Government agreement the groups provide a platform that promotes and supports Russia/Ireland trade. The sector groups include Education, ICT/High technology, Energy/Energy Efficiency/Sustainability (including construction), Transport, Agriculture & Agribusiness. The Trade Mission will also accommodate other sector areas of interest.31602012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-06-13T00:00:00+01:00Exploring Exporting is a series of two one-day workshops, focused on helping first-time exporting companies become export-ready. The Waterford workshops will take place on 13 June & 26 June, and topics include conducting market research, defining your export value-proposition, processes for exporting and the exportable offer. Business mentors are available to work with you to identify the issues you need to address to become export-ready. 31202012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-06-13T00:00:00+01:00This workshop will examine the types of funding suitable for a company based on its lifecycle, exploring when equity is more appropriate than debt. It will also explore the various sources available to company on raising finance and how to make your company investor ready31192012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-06-12T00:00:00+01:00This workshop will examine the types of funding suitable for a company based on its lifecycle, exploring when equity is more appropriate than debt. It will also explore the various sources available to company on raising finance and how to make your company investor ready 29992012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-06-07T00:00:00+01:00The 30th ‘Think outside the Box Awards’ competition, is a great opportunity for ambitious & enterprising students to build a real-world business venture and be in with a chance to win a prize from the overall €30,000 cash prize fund, and €30,000 consultancy fund, which includes a €10,000 first prize. This competition, co-sponsored by Invest Northern Ireland, Cruickshank Intellectual Property Attorneys, Mammoth Advertising and now Grant Thornton & Intel, is open to all full time third level students in the island of Ireland. The priority is to get students thinking now about starting their own business as a viable career option once they graduate. Regional Executives from Enterprise Ireland will be presenting the details of the competition to all colleges and institutions between now and the closing date for the competition, 25th April 2012. The closing ceremony will be hosted in DCU on the 7th June 2012. 29222012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-06-06T00:00:00+01:00The Animation Market MIFA at Annecy is a prestigious European market attracting key decision makers in the world animation industry. Over 3,000 international buyers in broadcast TV, new media, VOD, internet and mobile devices attend. The 2012 annual event is held from 6th - 8th June with a special focus on leading Irish animation featuring the theme of "Spotlight on Ireland". 31672012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-31T00:00:00+01:00Hotel chains and OTAs from Southern Europe, Middle East and Africa will be brought to Ireland to meet with Ireland's Travel Technology companies in a one-day networking event. Industry experts will speak about market trends and technologies. One-to-one meetings will be arranged.31582012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-30T00:00:00+01:00If you have an idea for an innovative, export focused start-up business then Enterprise Ireland can assist you through our forthcoming series of Entrepreneurship workshops. Register your interest for the EnterpriseSTART Programme. Participants will be provided with comprehensive information to understand the business development process including the key success factors and potential pitfalls as well as an outline of financial supports available. 31062012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-30T00:00:00+01:00Aviation IT Forum will bring together strategic and commercial IT decision-makers from airlines and airports, travel agencies and business solutions providers, set the ground for regular meetings, expertise exchange and networking. Aviation IT Forum provides an ideal environment for establishing high quality business contacts, tapping into the views and recommendations of industry experts and market players, directly contacting representatives from specific companies and meeting your colleagues. The Forum is organized by the leading aviation event management company ATO Events (http://www.events.ato.ru/eng/events/it)29032012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-29T00:00:00+01:00 Spain's banking industry is undergoing a radical transformation - 45 banks have become 13 in the space of a year through multiple mergers and acquisitions - and IT Directors face enormous challenges to integrate the ever-growing arrays of SW and HW systems of these new entities. This event is an opportunity for client companies to meet with the new banks and showcase their solutions to simplify the lives of their IT departments. All the major banks will be there including BBVA, Banco Santander, Bankia and La Caixa.27932012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-29T00:00:00+01:00Up to 10,000 international educators are expected to attend NAFSA 2012 which will take place in Houston, Texas. Education in Ireland will be exhibiting along with key Irish HEIs involved in JYA and Study Abroad progammes in the USA. This year, Education in Ireland is proud to be a platinum sponsor of the event - supporting the Thursday plenary session to be presented by inspirational and renowned travel writer and TV personality, Rick Steves. 31592012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-24T00:00:00+01:00Exploring Exporting is a series of two one-day workshops, focused on helping first-time exporting companies become export-ready. The Cork workshops will take place on 24 May & 12 June 2012, and topics include conducting market research, defining your export value-proposition, processes for exporting and the exportable offer. Business mentors are available to work with you to identify the issues you need to address to become export-ready. 31732012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-23T00:00:00+01:00To explain the objectives of the Potential Exporters Division and how it will work, this 2 hour session will cover• The range of supports for companies new to exporting and with export ambitions. • Spell out the jobs and export outcomes the state is willing to support and the business case the supports are designed to address. • Introduce the learning tools and other interventions devised to help companies navigate the exporting journey. • Vicariously go on the exporting journey with a case study. • Encourage those interested in developing an exporting agenda to engage with Enterprise Ireland’s Export Support Unit.31782012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-21T00:00:00+01:00Enterprise Ireland is hosting a number of high Level Telecoms Executives for an informal panel session on Selling to North American Telecoms Carriers. Topics will include: a) Market Players and the Competitive Landscape in North America b) Technology Road Map c) Marketing and Sales Activities 31172012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-16T00:00:00+01:00This workshop will examine how to develop and assess the financial implications of strategy to decrease unit costs, by cost-cutting, increasing line productivity, re-organising the plant, re-positioning on value-chain through outsourcing and customer development.31162012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-15T00:00:00+01:00This workshop will examine how to develop and assess the financial implications of strategy to decrease unit costs, by cost-cutting, increasing line productivity, re-organising the plant, re-positioning on value-chain through outsourcing and customer development.30562012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-14T00:00:00+01:00The IWA’s inaugural World Congress on water, wastewater, energy and climate change adaptation will attract international delegates from municipalities, local authorities, utilities, academia and the engineering sector. Enterprise Ireland client companies in the water, energy and infrastructure sectors can exhibit and participate in the Congress, as well as the EI-sponsored Industry Day on 16 May.31622012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-14T00:00:00+01:00Applying for Eco-Innovation funding is a competitive process, and only the best project proposals will be selected for funding. The Information Day 2012 will give you essential information about the initiative as well as advice on how to develop a good project proposal and apply successfully before the next deadline of September 2012.31722012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-10T00:00:00+01:00To survive and thrive in difficult economic conditions, you only have one sensible option – to build a strong, compelling value proposition. It will enable you to engage and convert better prospects, pursue the right opportunities, improve your cost of sale, generate high levels of repeat business, keep your prices solid and deliver good margin. The chances are that you have everything you need to develop your value proposition – we can help you create and deliver it.29132012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-10T00:00:00+01:00Following the success of Enterprise Ireland's UN Business Opportunities seminar last summer, and as part of our SME engagement programme with the United Nations, a Trade Mission to the UN in New York will take place on 10 - 11 May 2012. This will be a cross-sector trade mission and is relevant to companies who have already engaged with the UN as well as those wishing to sell into the UN. UNDP Major goods/services: Telecommunications, electrical, laboratory and agricultural equipment, Medical supplies and equipment, Water supply systems, Pharmaceuticals, Educational, training and social services. A pre-requisite to travel is that your company must be registered on the UN's procurement portal, UNGM www.ungm.org/ 28942012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-08T00:00:00+01:00CTIA WIRELESS 2012 is the largest USA wireless data event in the internet, wireless and telecommunications industries. The convergence of more than 1,000 exhibiting companies, dozens of industries, and over 40,000 professionals from 125 countries all working toward the common goal of revolutionizing wireless. Whether in broadband convergence, enterprise, advertising, social networking or entertainment, international WIRELESS® is THE global marketplace to get a mobile life.30282012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-05-03T00:00:00+01:00Seminar designed to create an awareness of market opportunity within the Cleantech sector in China 30632012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-30T00:00:00+01:00Trade Stand (Irish Pavilion) hosting up to 6 client companies at Project Qatar 2012, Qatar's largest construction technology and building product/materials exhibition. Objective is to raise profile of Irish construction capability in Qatar, the fastest growing market in the region, with particular opportunities for committed clients in transportation, sports infrastructure, building services, high end product offerings and energy efficiency. 31572012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-26T00:00:00+01:00Exploring Exporting is a series of two one-day workshops, focused on helping first-time exporting companies become export-ready. The Dublin workshops will take place on 26 April & 15 May 2012, and topics include conducting market research, defining your export value-proposition, processes for exporting and the exportable offer. Business mentors are available to work with you to identify the issues you need to address to become export-ready. 31362012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-24T00:00:00+01:00This is a practical hands-on workshop for all CEOs and Executives wishing to enhance their financial standing in business. The skills learned will ensure the best value and lowest financial investment form of marketing expenditure with a high return on investment, eliciting results by having a strategic focus on achieving results through building long term relationships of trust.31292012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-23T00:00:00+01:00Education Fair to promote Ireland’s higher education sector under the Education in Ireland brand. Location Muscat, Oman www.ghedexoman.com 30582012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-18T00:00:00+01:00Poland is undergoing a large-scale build out of its national infrastructure in Municipal Services (Water and Waste Management), Transport (Road, Rail and Airports) Energy (Conventional and Renewable). Much of the activity is supported by EU funding, and has already generated business for Enterprise Ireland clients. This seminar will feature expert sectoral speakers, highlight opportunities for Irish companies, and introduce attendees to potential end-users . 31452012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-15T00:00:00+01:00The Minister for Agriculture, Food and The Marine, Mr Simon Coveney T.D is undertaking an official visit to China commencing Sunday 15 April. Enterprise Ireland (Agri-Services) and Bord Bia (Food) client companies will be participating in the mission. Enterprise Ireland’s focus is on growing exports from Ireland’s Agri-service sector. Main events include Agricultural equipment workshop, Agricultural education links and Food & Nutrition seminar. 31152012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-12T00:00:00+01:00For many small/medium companies there is no formal HR function; usually the responsibility for HR issues falls to the finance function. This workshop explores the importance of company culture and what you can do to influence it, as well as more practical topics such as Company structure, Corporate Governance, Recruitment, Health & Safety, Employee Procedures, Staff Handbooks and Pension set-up.31142012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-11T00:00:00+01:00For many small/medium companies there is no formal HR function; usually the responsibility for HR issues falls to the finance function. This workshop explores the importance of company culture and what you can do to influence it, as well as more practical topics such as Company structure, Corporate Governance, Recruitment, Health & Safety, Employee Procedures, Staff Handbooks and Pension set-up.31612012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-11T00:00:00+01:00To grow a technology business internationally, corporate partnerships are essential to broaden a company's market access and grow revenues. In selling through corporate partnerships, managers need to understand partnering strategies, how to identify partners, the dynamics of successful partner relationships and the varied types of partners that can operate in generating revenues for a business. 31542012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-05T00:00:00+01:00The event will provide you with an insight into the opportunities and experiences for telecoms products and service providers in the region. Keynote speaker will be Anil Chet Karamsingh a CONSULTANT, from BRIGHTLIGHT Malaysia. Also, two telecom client companies will provide their insights into their experiences in exporting to South East Asia31552012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-05T00:00:00+01:00The event will provide you with an insight into the opportunities and experiences for telecoms products and service providers in the region. Keynote speaker will be Anil Chet Karamsingh a CONSULTANT, from BRIGHTLIGHT Malaysia. Also, two telecom client companies will provide their insights into their experiences in exporting to South East Asia. 31562012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-04T00:00:00+01:00Exploring Exporting is a series of two one-day workshops, focused on helping first-time exporting companies become export-ready. The Athlone workshops will take place on 4 April & 24 April 2012, and topics include conducting market research, defining your export value-proposition, processes for exporting and the exportable offer. Business mentors are available to work with you to identify the issues you need to address to become export-ready .29192012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-04-01T00:00:00+01:00MIPTV is the global market for the freshest international showcase of TV – in all its forms. Opportunities to make deals, new connections and unlock new business customers. Ireland on Screen is the established brand of the Irish pavillion at Miptv supporting the TV / Film industry with support from Irish Film Board 30292012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-28T00:00:00+01:00Two day international brokerage event with visits to the Energy Show, scheduled meetings programme, evening networking on 28 March, and attending dedicated seminars on specific topics relevant to the industry sector. For registration see web-link below.31282012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-28T00:00:00+01:00The focus is on market research & defining a fit for your product/service in the marketplace; followed by an assessment of EI's funding supports & advice on how to raise finance & funding for a start-up company. You will find the Workshops: Practical - Interactive - Thought Provoking. Participants will be provided with comprehensive information to understand the business development process including the key success factors and potential pitfalls as well as an outline of financial supports available.31402012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-28T00:00:00+01:00To explain the objectives of the Potential Exporters Division and how it will work, this 2 hour session will cover: • The range of supports for companies new to exporting and with export ambitions. • Spell out the jobs and export outcomes the state is willing to support and the business case the supports are designed to address. • Introduce the learning tools and other interventions devised to help companies navigate the exporting journey. • Vicariously go on the exporting journey with a case study. • Encourage those interested in developing an exporting agenda to engage with Enterprise Ireland’s Export Support Unit. 30182012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-27T00:00:00+01:00Enterprise Ireland invites you to a half-day seminar & workshops focused on sales opportunities with multinational companies based in Central Europe. The event is a unique opportunity to meet senior buyers and experts and learn about industry developments, future supply needs, and supplier selection procedure. Parallel workshops will focus on Electronics, Engineering & Automotive, Food & Drink and Retail sectors and include top managers from Dell, Robert Bosch Power Tools, Doosan Bobcat Engineering, Tesco & Kraft Foods. The seminar will also include an opportunity for individual meetings with buyers and regional/sectoral market advisers.30262012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-27T00:00:00+01:00Enterprise Ireland ‘Meet the Buyer’ event in collaboration with Scottish Renewables Annual Conference Edinburgh, for EI clients with a capability in the offshore wind sector, at the EICC Edinburgh. 29852012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-27T00:00:00+01:00Turkey is a large and dynamic market of 72 million people, 50% of whom are under 30. The GDP grew by almost 10% in 2011 helped by its strategic position of being surrounded by hundreds of millions of consumers. With prudent economic policies and a strong banking sector, Turkey is a compelling growth story and one that Irish companies cannot afford to ignore. This Ministerial Trade Mission will offer client companies the opportunity of engaging with key decision makers in the market place.31412012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-26T00:00:00+01:00This seminar, in conjunction with PricewaterhouseCoopers Dublin, to be held on the morning of 26 March, will cover: • Corporation Tax reliefs and exemptions. • R & D Tax Credits. • Employment and Investment Tax Incentive. • Planning for other taxes. Though attendance is free, registration is essential as places are limited and are on a first come first served basis. To register please contact Diane Nolan (details below) by Friday 16th March 2012. 30882012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-25T00:00:00ZAn Taoiseach Enda Kenny T.D. is undertaking an official visit to China commencing Sunday 25th March accompanied by Minister Richard Bruton T.D. The visit will incorporate a Trade and Investment Mission to Shanghai and Beijing. The dates of the mission are Sunday 25th to Wednesday 28th March 2012. It is planned that Enterprise Ireland will organise and host business breakfasts in Beijing and Shanghai to which mission participants have the opportunity to invite their Chinese counterparts/buyers. Subject to the final composition of the business mission, a number of focussed “sector specific” events may be arranged.30442012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-22T00:00:00ZThis event is a follow up to Beyond the Cloud to meet Russian companies involved in Data Centre construction and management, and the 'high technology' field in Russia.30982012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-21T00:00:00ZEnterprise Start Introductory 1-day workshop for people looking to develop an innovative business with export potential.31352012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-20T00:00:00ZTo survive and thrive in difficult economic conditions, you only have one sensible option – to build a strong, compelling value proposition. It will enable you to engage and convert better prospects, pursue the right opportunities, improve your cost of sale, generate high levels of repeat business, keep your prices solid and deliver good margin. The chances are that you have everything you need to develop your value proposition – we can help you create and deliver it.30302012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-19T00:00:00ZSales lead event to Washington around a Ministerial Trade mission to U.S. East coast. This event is for client companies with competency in renewable energy and process efficiency in the Utilities sector. Individuals of influence within US Utility providers will be invited to educate clients re emerging technologies, incoming legislation and the proper avenues to approach when selling to US Utilities.30872012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-19T00:00:00ZThe Taoiseach will participate in an Irish State Agencies Lunch for EI clients and their guests being organised by Enterprise Ireland in Washington DC on Monday 19th March. This follows from 2011’s successful event. There will also be an Ambassador's Reception on Tuesday 20th March for clients and guests to attend. 31132012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-14T00:00:00ZCompanies have had to adapt and develop new growth strategies in recent years to survive and grow in the unfavourable economic conditions. This workshop will explore how to plan for the future to achieve sustainable growth, examining organisation structures, stages of growth and mergers & acquisitions.31342012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-14T00:00:00ZThere is significant change ahead in the IT software and services market with customers changing the way they procure and consume IT. Software & services organisations need to understand how the change is going to affect their business, what they need to do to survive commercially whilst making a successful and profitable transition to the economics of the Cloud. This workshop supports EI's client companies get to grips with the new era for IT, assessing the impact on the business & adapting for success. The 1-day workshop offers understanding from real world experience, combined with tools and exercises to consider the implications & strategies. The follow-up clinic is designed to review specific next steps for each company.31372012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-14T00:00:00ZTo explain the objectives of the Potential Exporters Division and how it will work, this 2 hour session will cover• The range of supports for companies new to exporting and with export ambitions. • Spell out the jobs and export outcomes the state is willing to support and the business case the supports are designed to address. • Introduce the learning tools and other interventions devised to help companies navigate the exporting journey. • Vicariously go on the exporting journey with a case study. • Encourage those interested in developing an exporting agenda to engage with Enterprise Ireland’s Export Support Unit. 31122012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-13T00:00:00ZCompanies have had to adapt and develop new growth strategies in recent years to survive and grow in the unfavourable economic conditions. This workshop will explore how to plan for the future to achieve sustainable growth, examining organisation structures, stages of growth and mergers & acquisitions.31332012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-13T00:00:00ZThis workshop is focused on the process and skills required to identify, develop and build an effective Partner Sales Strategy and Channel. It is aimed at Senior Business Decision Makers.27972012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-13T00:00:00ZMedtec Europe is the leading exhibition and conference for medical device development and manufacturing companies in Europe with a particular focus on design and manufacturing, materials, sterilising and packaging.29402012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-10T00:00:00ZSalão do Estudante is one of the largest student recruitment fairs in Brazil where many prospective students and parents come to meet and compare the participating international education institutions. Every major education and language travel agency participates in Salão do Estudante and it is therefore a great opportunity to see and be seen by agents 29422012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-10T00:00:00ZCIEET Higher Education Fairs China: Beijing 10 & 11 March 2012; Chengdu 15 March 2012; Shanghai 17 & 18 March 2012. 28832012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-09T00:00:00ZNational Stand at the most prominent Interactive trade show in the USA. 29232012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-08T00:00:00ZThis event will focus on how companies can use the Internet to market their products and services more successfully in international markets, learn about the strategies and processes needed to identify, reach and retain new customers on the Web. 30452012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-06T00:00:00ZPoland is rapidly developing an Eastern Europe's agricultural powerhouse. Farms are evolving both size and specialisation and this has generated opportunities for Irish companies with products and services in Agricultural Machinery and Equipment, VetChem and Animal Nutrition. This seminar will highlight opportunities for Irish companies in the Polish market, and hear from market experts and end users. 31312012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-06T00:00:00ZThe Enterprise Start workshop is targeted at entrepreneurs with a good business idea seeking guidance on start-up. The product or service should be innovative and exportable, have the potential to employ ten people and realise exports of €1m in 3 years. The workshop explores how to successfully turn an idea into an effective business plan. 31322012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-06T00:00:00ZA practical learning 1 day workshop for 8 to 10 companies with similar sales issues who will be provided with the tools necessary to produce, implement and manage an accurate sales pipeline. The aim of the workshop is to get your company consistently and systematically using a sales process and pipeline methodology, with the specific objective of enabling the achievement of sales targets on a predictable basis and improving sales forecasting for the benefit of your salespeople and your investors. 31092012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-03-01T00:00:00ZAircraft Maintenance Russia & CIS proved its status of a must-visit event for both local MRO professionals and international companies targeting the fast growing Russian and CIS market. The event audience feature technical and engineering management of airlines, MRO providers and component suppliers, aircraft manufacturers, representatives of aviation authorities and mass media from Russia and abroad. The conference is organized by a leading aviation event management company ATO Events (http://www.events.ato.ru/eng/events/mro). 29072012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-02-27T00:00:00ZJoin Enterprise Ireland & InfoSecurity Ireland for this year's RSA conference in San Francisco for access to buyers and resellers of technology solutions for cyber threats, data breaches, social engineering, compliance, risk management, and cloud security.27582012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-02-27T00:00:00ZFar more than a mere communication device, mobiles now serve as our books, health monitors, payment transfer devices, social connectors and tour guides. Mobile technology is embedded in our cars, homes, appliances, governments and utilities. Mobile is enhancing and expanding education and thus, transforming the world. Mobile World Congress 2012 will celebrate the current state of mobile and offer a glimpse into where mobile has the potential to go next. This is the premier exhibition and networking event worldwide for mobile with over 1,400 exhibitors and circa 65,000 visitors. 31112012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-02-15T00:00:00ZJohn Higgins, Partner at Ernst & Young, will examine how the role of the CFO has broadened in recent years beyond the traditional finance function, outlining how CFOs can act more strategically and improve performance by delivering insights for consideration by the Senior Management team. Johnny Hanna, Partner at KPMG, will present the highlights of the 2012 Finance Bill. 31182012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-02-15T00:00:00ZMaster Class 2: Game Design, Kick-Starting the Design Process - Developing Creative Frameworks to “Game” Brands. This highly interactive 1-day master class (for games & animation companies) will help channel the creative process & inspire you to think differently about game design, by: • Developing Methodologies to inspire & communicate creativity • Acting as Catalyst – collaborating to “Game” a brand • Structuring Chaos – taking an established brand from fixed media to interactive31102012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-02-14T00:00:00ZJohn Higgins, Partner at Ernst & Young, will examine how the role of the CFO has broadened in recent years beyond the traditional finance function, outlining how CFOs can act more strategically and improve performance by delivering insights for consideration by the Senior Management team. Johnny Hanna, Partner at KPMG, will present the highlights of the 2012 Finance Bill. 30082012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-02-08T00:00:00ZPetfood Forum: Innovation and the Petfood Market30512012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-02-06T00:00:00ZEnterprise Ireland's Russia & CIS office proposes to lead a group of EI agri sector clients on one of the largest farm agriculture trade shows Agrofarm 2012 which will be held in Moscow from the 7th to the 9th of February. 29632012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-02-01T00:00:00ZThe trend forecast seminars present the yarn, colour and styling international trend forecasts for 12 months ahead for the Apparel, Knitwear and Industrial Weaving companies to facilitate their new product development in line with international market trends. 30942012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-02-01T00:00:00ZThe focus is on market research and defining a fit for your product or service in the marketplace, followed by an assessment of EI's funding supports and advice on how to raise finance & funding for a start-up company. Workshops are - Practical - Interactive - Thought Provoking. Participants will be provided with comprehensive information to understand the business development process including the key success factors & potential pitfalls as well as an outline of financial supports available.30962012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-01-26T00:00:00ZiNNOVATING STARTups has been established to target and network with individuals who are actively interested in the innovative startup scheme in the midlands. Get ideas and advice,listen and learn as a guest entrepreneur tells his startup story, and network with like-minded professionals. Whether you are a founder,investor or thinking about establishing an innovative startup, register for our forthcoming Longford iNNOVATING STARTups Breakfast event today.Contact Email midlandsbusiness@enterprise-ireland.com. The event will run from 7.15am until 9.00am.29062012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-01-26T00:00:00ZOpportunities in Canadian Financial Services 28862012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-01-22T00:00:00ZShowcase 2012 is Ireland’s largest international trade event for fashion, jewellery, gift and interiors with over 500 exhibitors including over 50 EI clients exhibiting in 2012. This international event provides a platform for Irish companies to launch new products and is a key opportunity for emerging designers and companies to introduce themselves to the wider community of international buyers.28812012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-01-16T00:00:00ZEnterprise Start Introduction 2 evening workshop for people who are looking to set up a business with export potential. 30972012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-01-16T00:00:00ZThe SmartBay Ireland Facility is being established as a National Research, Test and Demonstration Facility for Marine & ICT. The facility includes a range of deployment platforms, instrumentation, marine data repositories and operational expertise that can be leveraged for industrial development purposes. The workshop is aimed at companies in aquaculture, renewable energy, marine leisure and tourism, shipping, environmental monitoring and ICT. 28452012-05-18T03:00:01+01:002012-01-07T00:00:00ZThe Star Education Fair Malaysia