WestBIC's Enterprising Podcast

E6: Raquel Naboa, CEO and Founder of 50 Shades Greener, a leading environmental education company provides powerful insights on the challenges of being an entrepreneur, CEO and managing self-doubt and imposter syndrome along that journey. Raquel highlights the importance of establishing a  strong network and describes her unique take on growing and managing her own team. Key themes include rural tourism and sustainability, and how 50 Shades Greener is providing world leading environmental education and training to a wide range of clients.

Website: https://www.fiftyshadesgreener.ie

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E5 (As Gaeilge): Ins an leagan seo de phodchraoladh WestBIC, labhair Eunan Mac Cuinneagáin ó WestBIC le Sinéad Ní Fhatharta, Bainisteoir Fiontraíochta agus Fostaíochta, Údaras na Gaeltachta agus Cathaoirleach ar Bhord WestBIC faoi na dreasachtaí agus tacaíochtaí a chuireann Údarás na Gaeltachta ar fáil d’fhiontraithe agus do ghnólachtaí nuathionscanta. Phléigh said fosta na hearnálacha faoi leith ina fheiceann Údarás na Gaeltachta treochtaí fáis agus an tionchar a bhéas ag na gteiceanna (na Moil Digiteach Gaeltachta) atá ar fud na tíre ar fhorbairt gnólachtaí nuathionscanta agus ar fhostaíocht in Iarthar na hÉireann. Thug Sinéad comhairle d’fhiontraithe atá ar intinn acu gnólachtaí nuathionscanta nuálach a bhunú san Ghaeltacht.

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E5: In this episode, Eunan Cunningham of WestBIC speaks to Sinéad Ní Fhatharta, Enterprise and Employment Manager with Údarás na Gaeltachta and Chair of WestBIC about the types of incentives and supports that Údarás na Gaeltachta offer to entrepreneurs and start-ups. They also discussed the sectors where Údarás na Gaeltachta are seeing growth trends and the impact of the country-wide gteics (Gaeltacht Digital Hubs) on new start-up development and employment in the West of Ireland. Sinéad also shared with Eunan the advice that she would provide to entrepreneurs who are thinking of establishing their innovative start-ups in the Gaeltacht.

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E4: In episode 4, John Brennan of WestBIC talks EU Funding opportunities with Helena Deane who is an expert and evaluator engaged by the European Commission with over 4 years' experience in the field. Find out about the different types of funds available, what Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) consist of, the success rate associated with applications and much more! This is a must listen for anyone considering applying for such funds in the future.

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E3: This episode features Fidelma McQuirk, Founder and CEO of PaySlip, an Automation and Integration technology delivering standardised Global Payroll for Multinational employers. The host, Mary Ryan of WestBIC, takes us on a journey exploring Fidelma's experiences of starting a business as a female entrepreneur based in rural Ireland.

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E2: In the second episode of the WestBIC podcast, Mary Ryan of WestBIC talks to John Brennan about the Enterprise Ireland Competitive Start fund (CSF), detailing the application process and how best to navigate the road to success.

E1: In the first episode of the WestBIC podcast, John Brennan caught up with Ultan Faherty who explained the Business Angel Investment Process. Ultan shared his insights from his many years of experience working with Investors and Entrepreneurs through the Business Angel Network to give a comprehensive overview of just what the process entails.

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