Alex Gogan

The National Enterprise Hub has made it easier for Irish SMEs to access funding, advice, and support. Since launching, it’s helped over 6,500 businesses and attracted 220,000 users by streamlining access to over 250 government supports. The top grants availed of by businesses to date through the Hub have ranged in value from €3,000 to €7,000. Read more from Conor O'Donovan Head of Start-Ups and the National Enterprise Hub in the Irish Independent https://shorturl.at/AaObT

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11 solid quarters of growth, and counting! This morning's announcement where we shared revenue growth in the second quarter of 2%, and a rise in EBITDA of 5% year on year, is a clear reflection of the strength and consistency of eir Ireland's strategy. We remain firmly committed to building Ireland’s most advanced telecommunications infrastructure, combining the nation’s largest fibre network with 99% 5G mobile coverage to deliver world-class connectivity to homes and businesses. Our fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) network, the largest in Ireland, is now available to over 1.4 million homes and businesses. This milestone means that approximately 3.6 million people across the country can access high-speed, full-fibre connectivity, reinforcing Ireland’s position as one of Europe’s most digitally connected nations. We have also reached 99% nationwide 5G coverage, with mobile network traffic rising 65% year-on-year. The rollout of more than 850 new mobile sites and fibre backhaul to 1,300 locations has significantly improved speed and capacity, particularly in rural and underserved areas. Building on our first-to-market launch of WiFi 7 in Q1, this quarter, we introduced 5 Gigabit (5Gbps) fibre broadband service, setting a new benchmark for speed, performance, and reliability in Irish homes and businesses. This new standard in performance and reliability comes at a pivotal moment as we accelerate the transition to full fibre, ensuring Ireland’s digital infrastructure is future ready. I'm proud that with every quarter we’re building stronger networks, providing better services, and connecting for a better Ireland. #eirforall

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This one is for any Northern Ireland-based SMEs & entrepreneurs wishing to improve productivity through more effective use of AI. AwakenHub along with #TechNIAdvocates will deliver their #ActivateAI pilot for 30 participants between December and March, funded by the UK Tech Cluster Group’s Regional Booster Programme. This initiative is designed to empower founders and businesses across Northern Ireland to embrace artificial intelligence, increase productivity, and scale their businesses. If you’re a founder or SME and you know that you could turbo-charge your business productivity by embracing AI but you’re not yet sure where to start, then this is for you. Expect from our programme the usual AwakenHub mix of practical help and superstar speakers leading the sessions within a fabulous & inclusive community environment. 👇 Apply below by 7 November to be part of Activate AI - https://lnkd.in/eZcgNdun (Image by AI of course! Applications open to everyone) Matrix, The Northern Ireland Science Industry Panel Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC) NI Chamber Russ Shaw CBE Martin Spiller John Ferris North West Regional College (NWRC) David Crozier, CBE Ulster University

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How do we make Ireland the best place in the world to start, run and exit a business? This is a question I have started asking all my guests. Let's face it, Ireland has work to do if we are to retain our talent and attract back those who have already left. Eamon Leonard wrote a superb piece here on LinkedIn recently about the Irish ecosystem. Go read it, he knows what he's talking about. I'll link below. We need to focus on value creation. Ireland is at a tipping point. We are massively leveraged on FDI and have neglected people who want to build meaningful indigenous businesses here. Show me your incentives and I'll show you your outcome. Incentivise founders to build, sell and build again. Let me know in the comments what ONE thing you would do today. Paul Buckley gave me four superb examples of things we can implement immediately from lessons he's learned from Australia and the US.

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Enterprise Ireland's Pre-Seed Start Fund (PSSF) offers early-stage Irish startups €50,000 or €100,000 in funding via a Convertible Loan Note (CLN) to help develop products, build teams, and reach key milestones needed to secure future seed investment. The fund supports startups with global potential, helping cover operational costs, product testing, and skill development. The Irish BICs (Business Innovation Centres) provide hands-on support throughout the application process. Monthly webinars are available to guide applicants, with the next one hosted by Propelor BIC on Sept 16th Click here for more info https://lnkd.in/ejP8g9jP and here to register for this webinar https://lnkd.in/ens4QCzi

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Are you a small business owner? 🏪 Cyber security is not just an information technology problem, but an integral part of an overall business strategy. Even a minor cyber security incident can have devastating impacts on a small business in Ireland. This guidance document includes practical and evidence-based security measures to help protect your business against some of the most common threats in the area. Guidance document can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eXKDtDQa

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We are delighted to announce our partnership with Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet to launch Ireland’s first Master’s in Sustainable Cloud Computing, a pioneering programme designed to meet the evolving needs of the digital economy. The new programme, which is now open for applications, will equip Cloud Computing professionals with in-demand expertise in FinOps (financial operations) and environmental sustainability, preparing them to lead in multi-cloud environments with both cost efficiency and carbon impact in mind. This programme would not be possible without the support of Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet and the valuable input from industry leaders. Their collaboration ensures we’re delivering real-world, future-proof skills. At TU Dublin, we are deeply committed to engaging with employers to co-develop programmes that produce industry-ready graduates, capable of meeting the fast-changing demands of Ireland’s tech sector. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e6wZxnmf Skillnet Ireland Barry Feeney, Susan Kelly, Professor Pramod Pathak, Tracey Donnery, David Kendellen, Eimear Cox, Faculty of Computing, Digital and Data, TU Dublin, TU Dublin - School of Enterprise Computing & Digital Transformation

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𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗡𝗲𝘁 𝟮𝟭, 𝗔𝗴𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗮 𝗜𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 One year after Conscia Group acquired PlanNet 21 Communications Ltd, Agile Networks Ltd and eCom Solutions Ltd, the three companies are now coming together under a single name: Conscia Ireland. From today, they will operate as one entity, combining their expertise to deliver even stronger solutions in networking, managed services and cybersecurity.   "Building upon our 25 years of industry experience across the Irish market, taking the Conscia name represents the next step in our journey. Our local teams remain the same, but our ability to deliver secure, innovative solutions has never been stronger. Conscia has brought a wealth of solutions and services that we are proud to be already delivering to our clients, and we look forward to further strengthening this offering – now under the same name,” says Peter Carroll, CEO of Conscia Ireland.   For Irish clients, the trusted service and close collaboration they value will continue under the new name - delivered by the same teams with the same personal commitment. Being part of Conscia brings greater opportunities, giving clients access to Conscia’s full portfolio of services designed to keep digital infrastructure secure, connected and high performing.   Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/dNA95R-F

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