The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) Supports Ireland’s Largest Business Networking Event

21st September 2010

Katherine Fitzpatrick, Manager of the EEN in Cork says, “Our network is dedicated to assisting companies to find suitable business partners, and this is the whole idea behind CORKMEET 2010. With pre-arranged, one-to-one meetings, CORKMEET presents a fantastic opportunity for Irish businesses to unlock opportunities with potential clients and suppliers throughout the country and internationally. It is a must attend event for businesses this year”.

Katherine went on to say, “The Enterprise Europe Network has a strong network worldwide and an in-depth knowledge of the European markets. We have a significant role in educating and assisting local businesses to generate new trading alliances between Ireland and the rest of Europe, as well as answering many types of business enquiries. Staff from the Enterprise Europe Network centres country-wide will be on hand at CORKMEET 2010 to answer queries on European projects, funding opportunities and doing business abroad. Companies who sign up to CORKMEET will also have the opportunity to arrange a one-to-one meeting with EEN experts in technology transfer, licensing and innovation, in order to gain specialised advice in these areas”.

CORKMEET offers companies three days of activities, including networking, pre-arranged meetings, a gala dinner and a half-day conference, each providing an opportunity to make vital contacts all under one roof. This year CORKMEET plays host to an International Village, with representatives from numerous different Embassies present to advise Irish SMEs about doing business in their markets.

Furthermore, companies who sign up are also being offered the opportunity to meet with some large organisations in the Cork region, including Bord Gáis, Brittany Ferries, Carbery Milk Products, Cascade Designs, Centocor, Cognis, Eircom, EMC, ESB, Heineken Ireland, Janssen Pharmaceutical, Musgrave Super Value Centra Distribution, Premier Conferencing, Project Management, AIB, Bank of Ireland, Stryker Orthopaedic, Ulster Bank and Cork County Council.

For more information or to register, go to www.corkmeet.ie or call (026) 20520 or email enquiries@corkmeet.ie.

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