Innovate NI is pleased to invite you to a free innovation workshop open to the Wider Business Base. This interactive, in-person workshop will guide you through Innovate NI’s complete innovation process from ideation to commercialisation. Through practical exercises and templates, you will learn how to turn your ideas into business opportunities. The workshop is designed to accelerate business development and equip you with the skills necessary to achieve innovation success within your organisation. The session will cover key stages of the Innovate NI Framework: 1. Ideation (understanding current challenges, having ideas) 2. Selection (Prioritising and testing ideas) 3. Development (Conceptualisation & Prototyping) 4. Commercialisation (Scaling strategies and scalable business model) Join us on 26 February, 09:30 to 15:00 at South West Regional College - Dungannon Campus Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis

We are hosting a series of regional Lunch & Learn workshops on exporting from January to March 2025. The benefits of exporting are well documented at both a company and overall economy level. Besides offering significant growth opportunities through increased sales and enhancing resilience, firms exporting to a wide range of markets contribute to improving productivity, innovation and the creation of high-quality jobs. This workshop will showcase the suite of support available from Invest Northern Ireland to support Northern Ireland businesses on every step of the export journey and how this fits in with the wider ecosystem of export support available. The session will comprise of a presentation outlining this support and a Q&A session led by the Invest Northern Ireland trade team. This workshop will be held at Invest NI’s Southern Regional office at Drumalane Mill, Newry. Please arrive at 11:45 for registration / tea & coffee. Event will start at 12 noon and will be followed by a light lunch. This workshop is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Increase your knowledge of Training Needs to Training Plans In today's ever-changing economic climate, investing in your staff's skills and development is crucial for business success. However, how can you ensure this training is effective, balancing both time and cost? Our Training Needs to Training Plan workshops will help you understand the business benefits of upskilling your workforce. They will also provide you with the tools and techniques to enhance your team's skills and abilities, giving your business the competitive edge it needs to thrive. Topics covered include: Writing clear training objectives to ensure your team’s learning goals are met. Comparing training costs to ensure maximum value without overspending. Evaluating the impact of your training to track progress and continually improve. There will also be opportunities for networking and one to one discussions with our Skills and Training Needs Analysis team.

We are hosting a series of regional Lunch & Learn workshops on Market Research and Business Advice. These informal workshops will equip you with the tools you need to access market research, company databases, and other invaluable business intelligence. You will also learn about the support available to discover new markets, identify business opportunities and attract new customers. We will also introduce you to nibusinessinfo.co.uk, your one-stop shop for business support. This website is: Your dedicated adviser: Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, nibusinessinfo.co.uk has the answers you need. Packed with expert advice: Find the latest business support, insightful resources, and practical guidance – all at your fingertips. A gateway to new opportunities: Discover funding options and connect with valuable business networks. This workshop will be held at Invest NI’s North Eastern Regional office at Ecos Hub, Ballymena. Please arrive at 11:45 for registration / tea & coffee. Event will start at 12 noon and will be followed by a light lunch. This workshop is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Increase your knowledge of Training Needs to Training Plans In today's ever-changing economic climate, investing in your staff's skills and development is crucial for business success. However, how can you ensure this training is effective, balancing both time and cost? Our Training Needs to Training Plan workshops will help you understand the business benefits of upskilling your workforce. They will also provide you with the tools and techniques to enhance your team's skills and abilities, giving your business the competitive edge it needs to thrive. Topics covered include: Writing clear training objectives to ensure your team’s learning goals are met. Comparing training costs to ensure maximum value without overspending. Evaluating the impact of your training to track progress and continually improve. There will also be opportunities for networking and one to one discussions with our Skills and Training Needs Analysis team.

We are hosting a series of regional Lunch & Learn workshops on exporting from January to March 2025. The benefits of exporting are well documented at both a company and overall economy level. Besides offering significant growth opportunities through increased sales and enhancing resilience, firms exporting to a wide range of markets contribute to improving productivity, innovation and the creation of high-quality jobs. This workshop will showcase the suite of support available from Invest Northern Ireland to support Northern Ireland businesses on every step of the export journey and how this fits in with the wider ecosystem of export support available. The session will comprise of a presentation outlining this support and a Q&A session led by the Invest Northern Ireland trade team. This workshop will be held at Invest NI’s Western Regional Office at Kevlin Buildings, Omagh. Please arrive at 11:45 for registration / tea & coffee. Event will start at 12 noon and will be followed by a light lunch. This workshop is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.