Enterprise Ireland

Enterprise Ireland is the Irish government's enterprise development agency. They invest in and support the development of Irish-owned companies, aiming to help them achieve greater scale and become global leaders in their respective fields. This strategy is intended to foster strong economic growth and create sustainable jobs throughout Ireland. They provide funding, advisory services, and development supports to a range of companies, from start-ups and SMEs to larger Irish companies, with the goal of driving world-class innovation and expanding their global footprint. Enterprise Ireland works through a network of 40 international offices, assisting Irish companies in developing high-growth strategies and entering new markets with innovative and sustainable solutions. They focus on supporting companies to grow internationally, expand their businesses, and start new ventures. This includes providing advice and support for exporting and helping international entities connect with Irish innovation. The agency emphasizes delivering sustainable prosperity across Ireland. Supported companies employ over 200,000 people, contributing significantly to the Irish economy. They support companies throughout their journey, as they scale, develop capabilities, and expand globally. The value-add lies in providing tailored advice through client advisors, technology advisors, and market advisors focused on specific stages and sectors. Their strategy, 'Delivering for Ireland, Leading Globally (2025-2029)', outlines their commitment to support Irish enterprises. They aim to strengthen the Irish economy by nurturing indigenous exporters to become key drivers of growth. Their impact is measured through job creation, export value, employment outside of Dublin, and the total spend by supported companies in the Irish economy.

Various sectors (e.g. food, pharmaceuticals, international services, sports tech industry), innovation in offshore wind, medical devices, flour mills

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