Search on for young entrepreneurs
The search is on for Louth’s top young entrepreneurs. ‘We’re looking for dynamic, innovative young business people to enter the Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur 2019 competition in Louth. Who knows, you might make it all the way to the National Final in Google in September,’ said Thomas McEvoy, Head of Enterprise, LEO Louth.
Hosted by the Local Enterprise Offices around the country, the competition is staged in conjunction with the Dept. of Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Enterprise Ireland and the local authorities of Ireland.
Now in its fifth year, this nationwide competition invites 18 to 35 year olds who have a business idea, a start-up or an already established business to enter.
‘Applying is quick and simple. It takes about 15 minutes, is free of charge and is done on www.IBYE.ie,’ explains Thomas. ‘Applicants are then invited to participate in an Enterprise Day hosted by the Local Enterprise Office. Shortlisted applicants take part in Business Bootcamps and compete in the County Final. Here in Louth we have an investment fund of €50,000 to share between the winners of the Best Business Idea, Best Start-Up and Best Established Business categories.”
From there, County Winners go on to compete at Regional Finals and, if successful, all the way to the National Finals.
He said that the competition is one of the headline events each year for Local Enterprise Office Louth. ‘ The Local Enterprise Office is the first port of call for anyone in business, no matter what age they are. Hosting Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur each year allows us to connect with young entrepreneurs and explain to them the services and supports available to them to help accelerate their business growth. Apply now by visiting www.IBYE.ie. The closing date is Friday March 15.