Exploring Enterprise Ireland's Pre Seed Start Fund

About this episode

Mary Ryan discusses the specifics of Enterprise Ireland's Pre-Seed Start Fund and offers insights into the application process for early-stage start-ups.

In this episode, Mary Ryan, Deputy CEO at WestBIC, delves into the specifics of Enterprise Ireland's Pre-Seed Start Fund. She provides a comprehensive overview of the fund, explaining its purpose and the crucial role it plays in nurturing early-stage start-ups. Mary details the eligibility criteria, outlining who can apply and the types of projects and entrepreneurs the fund is designed to support. Furthermore, Mary discusses the application process, offering valuable insights and tips for potential applicants to improve their chances of success. She also emphasises how WestBIC can support you throughout the process, from initial application to securing funding. Mary's insights make this episode an invaluable resource for anyone considering applying for the Pre-Seed Start Fund, providing clarity and guidance on leveraging this opportunity for business growth and innovation. To find out more about our unique service offerings, contact us at www.westbic.ie Tell us if you found this episode beneficial! Find us on Instagram , Twitter , Facebook & LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Guest: Mary Ryan

Topics covered

• Pre-Seed Start Fund
• early-stage start-ups
• application process
• funding
• business growth
• entrepreneurship

Keywords

• Pre-Seed Start Fund
• Enterprise Ireland
• start-ups
• application process
• funding
• business growth
• entrepreneurship

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WestBIC, Enterprise Ireland

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