Enterprise in action...
That was the response from one Lisburn based graduate entrepreneur who attended the “Ambition, Attitude and Altitude” seminar on Monday 16th November in the Island Civic Centre. The evening marked the launch of the Graduate Into Business Programme and saw 60 like-minded business people attend the launch and networking event, which featured guest speaker Mark Pollock. Mark’s story is truly inspirational and one he is proud to talk about. Having achieved academic success with his degree qualification in Tri...
After a successful launch in December 2009, Lisburn Entrepreneurs Network (LEN) continues to go from strength to strength. Facilitated by Lisburn City Council, LEN is a local network and discussion forum for small businesses based in Lisburn and offers free networking events and practical information sessions aimed at addressing key business issues and promoting local business development. LEN is funded by Lisburn City Council and the EU through the European Sustainable Competitiveness Programme for NI 2007-2013. Chair of the C...
Victoria Miller, promoter of Lisburn’s newest venue Molly’s Parlour, emerged as the winner of Fly or Die 2010, a competition to reward and showcase entrepreneurial spirit among graduates based in Lisburn. The Dragons Den style event saw Psychology graduate Victoria, who returned to Northern Ireland after spending several years abroad, not only pitch her wits against the four other finalists but also face some challenging questions from the Dragons. Molly’s Parlour has just opened its doors in Lisburn’s...
The Heat is on Awards is a competition for entrepreneurs in Northern Ireland that have an exciting new business idea. A total prize package of £20,000 is up for grabs including £5,000 cash for the most imaginative and feasible idea. Only business ideas that have not started up yet can be considered. A judging panel made up of business people from Northern Ireland will assess all the entries and decide on the 6 best ideas. The final will be in the Burnavon Theatre in Cookstown at the end of September. Some examples...
Lagan Rural Partnership is the delivery mechanism for Axis 3 of the NI Rural Development Programme 2007–2013 – Rural Life. The Partnership has been allocated £8.7 million to manage and deliver the grant programme aimed at supporting projects within the eligible rural areas of Lisburn City Council, Castlereagh Borough Council and Belfast City Council. The programme is delivered under six distinctive measures detailed below:
The log on.ni Mobile Demonstration Unit is travelling throughout Northern Ireland and recently visited Lisburn Enterprise Centre. The unit is equipped with the latest technology; including a satellite broadband internet connection, and is staffed by several experienced advisors. The Department of Enterprise, Trade & Investment has established the log on.ni service to assist all businesses in Northern Ireland to take full advantage of the opportunities that ICT can bring with free help, advice and training for all y...
