SMEs – Fortnightly Wrap Up
An update for SMEs on events and grants announced in the last fortnight.
Fortnight commencing 23rd September 2021
Welcome to the latest edition of the WMC “Fortnightly Wrap Up” blog.
In this latest issue we have gathered information on various supports and new developments that we hope will be of interest to you.
Budget 2022 - we will cover in future blogs.
WMC is an Irish management consultancy bringing strategic, financial, funding and commercial expertise to SMEs when they need it. Reach out to Michelle or John for a discussion on how they can help you.
ENTERPRISE IRELAND SUMMARY
Enterprise Ireland has many offerings to support businesses we have highlighted some here:
Enterprise Ireland Newsletter – the latest edition of the Newsletter.
Enterprise Ireland Events This link provides an overview of all the upcoming events. Items include: Excel@ Exporting and the Spotlight on Skills Programme.
Funding Information – this link provides a summary of all the funding supports which may be available to you - Enterprise Ireland Funding Supports
FUNDING
The Department of Finance announced the Business Resumption Support Scheme (BRSS) which will be available from September 2021 and will offer cash to vulnerable but viable businesses. Applications under the scheme may be made between 1 September 2021 and 30 November 2021.
SBCI Covid-19 Working Capital Scheme is offered in partnership with the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment and the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, and is supported by the InnovFin SME Guarantee Facility with the financial backing of the European Union under Horizon 2020 Financial Instruments. See the link for detailed information on who can apply the criteria and other key information. Covid 19 Working Capital Loan Scheme
Invoice Fair is administering the Covid 19 Credit Guarantee Scheme - COVID-19 Credit Guarantee Scheme - InvoiceFair. They offer up to €1m with funds released within 24 hours of approval.
OTHER ITEMS
ISME – Back to Business Mentoring Programme see the link for more information on this programme.
Trade and Sustainable Development Open Consultation on the European Commission’s 15-Point Action Plan on Trade and Sustainable Development. The deadline for submissions is 31 October 2021. European Commission Public Consultation
Small Firms Association – 13th of October webinar on Managing Intoxicant Issues in the Workplace. Webinars | SFA Ireland
Bord Bia Events see this link for details of upcoming events in October and November. Items include an Origin Green 'Farmland Biodiversity' Webinar and Brand Forum Packaging Design Workshop.
CONTACT US
For further guidance on how to avail of all the supports your business is eligible for, contact us at info@walshemanagementconsultants.ie