How EEN works in Ireland
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The Enterprise Europe Network is the world’s largest support network for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with international ambitions.

In Ireland, EEN is delivered through a partnership between Enterprise Ireland, Cork Chamber of Commerce, Dublin Chamber of Commerce, and the Local Enterprise Offices.

We place our clients at the heart of the Network’s mission, providing free, tailored support and expert guidance to help businesses innovate and expand internationally.

 

 

How EEN works in Ireland

The Enterprise Europe Network is the world’s largest support network for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with international ambitions.

In Ireland, EEN is delivered through a partnership between Enterprise Ireland, Cork Chamber of Commerce, Dublin Chamber of Commerce, and the Local Enterprise Offices.

We place our clients at the heart of the Network’s mission, providing free, tailored support and expert guidance to help businesses innovate and expand internationally.

 

 

Where we are
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EEN has presence in 56 countries across the EU and internationally:

Where we are

EEN has presence in 56 countries across the EU and internationally:

Innovation:

We enhance businesses’ potential to innovate, grow and develop disruptive products.

Sustainability:

We help SMEs in their transition to more sustainable business models

Resilience:

We empower SMEs by building up their business resilience to future challenges.

Business Partnering:

We match companies with the right business partners and to promote new technologies globally.

Digitalisation:

We help SMEs tailor digital solutions to their business needs.

Access to finance:

We provide advice on EU funding instruments and other financial supports tools.

EU Single Market:

We help SMEs navigate EU legislation, rules, formalities and address Single Market obstacles.

Internationalisation:

We support SMEs to help them access international markets and business opportunities
Meet the team

Interested in learning more about the EEN, contact our team:

Monica Valdes
EEN Advisor
Monica Valdes
Monica Valdes
EEN Advisor

Monica brings significant expertise in EU-funded projects and experience assisting SMEs with inquiries and opportunities. She holds an MSc in International Public Policy and Diplomacy from University College Cork (UCC).

Through the EEN, Monica will be working with SMEs in the region in helping them to innovate and grow on an international scale. She will combine international business expertise with her local knowledge to offer personalised services and opportunities to businesses.

 

Grace Kelleher
International Manager
Grace Kelleher
Grace Kelleher
International Manager

Grace is the International Manager at Cork Chamber. Grace is responsible for leading and delivering Cork Chamber’s international stakeholder engagement in addition to overseeing key projects: Connecting Cork, Enterprise Europe Network (EEN), REEValue and leading the Cork Financial Services Forum activities. Grace joined Cork Chamber as the EEN Executive in 2022.

Bo Browne
Communications & Marketing Manager
Bo Browne
Bo Browne
Communications & Marketing Manager

Bo manages the communications and marketing for Cork Chamber. A communications conduit between Chamber activities, our valued members and external media, Bo channels our news through digital and traditional platforms while nurturing a consistent and authentic brand profile for Cork Chamber.

Lisa Hurley
PA & Operations Support
Lisa Hurley
Lisa Hurley
PA & Operations Support

Lisa is the primary telephone and reception contact within Cork Chamber along with providing general office administration support to the team. Lisa provides a high-level customer service to members, non-members and stakeholders of Cork Chamber.

Cathal McSweeney
Director of Public and International Affairs
Cathal McSweeney
Cathal McSweeney
Director of Public and International Affairs

Cathal is the

Director of Public and International Affairs, with responsibility for lobbying and advocacy activities of Cork Chamber. He focuses on representing the interests of the Cork businesses through engagement with the members, stakeholders, local politicians and elected representatives. Cathal works to ensure that the interests of the Cork region remain on the national agenda.

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