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February 12, 2025 / February 13, 2025 by Amanda McLoone
The Acting British Consul General to New York, Melanie Hopkins OBE, and Helena Nolan, Consul General of Ireland in New York, have lauded the achievements of a group of women founders from the island of Ireland, describing them as “a real inspiration” and “bringing a positive energy and a sense of empowerment, innovation and action.” […]
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January 31, 2025 by Amanda McLoone
Go Succeed is proud to announce its support for the Young Enterprise Big Market Trade Fair roadshow, taking place during the first week of February across various locations in Northern Ireland. The events will be hosted at Castlecourt in Belfast, Abbeycentre in Newtownabbey, Bloomfield in Bangor, Main Street in Omagh, Foyleside in Derry/Londonderry, and Rushmere […]
January 29, 2025 by Amanda McLoone
Businesses across Mid and East Antrim are set to benefit from an in-depth, hands-on digital marketing workshop designed to enhance their online presence and drive meaningful results. The upcoming in-person session, Building an Effective Digital Strategy, will take place on Tuesday 4th February from 2pm to 4pm at the Ecos Hub, Ballymena. This free workshop […]
December 17, 2024 / December 17, 2024 by Amanda McLoone
Scaling your business is a pivotal moment, signalling success and the potential for even greater opportunities. However, the process involves more than just increasing sales or hiring more staff. To scale effectively, you must balance growth with sustainability, ensuring your business remains stable while expanding. Here’s a deeper dive into strategies to help you manage […]
November 25, 2024 / November 25, 2024 by Amanda McLoone
Carrickfergus-based entrepreneur comes out on top of Go Succeed: The Ultimate Pitch competition Entrepreneur Gemma McAllister is set to fast-track the future of her unique fashion brand WearMatter after securing a £5,000 investment in the business by wowing judges to win the Go Succeed: The Ultimate Pitch competition. The Carrickfergus-based adaptive clothing brand produces functional […]
November 18, 2024 / November 18, 2024 by Amanda McLoone
18,793 individuals engaged through community initiatives 5,043 entrepreneurs supported in their startup journeys Supported 3,619 businesses in growth and scaling activities Awarded more than £1.9 million in Go Succeed grants 15,534 mentoring hours provided Northern Ireland’s dedicated business support service Go Succeed has directly engaged almost 27,500 individuals and businesses during its first year in […]
Case Study News
November 18, 2024 / November 15, 2024 by Amanda McLoone
AdminAnswers NI in Causeway Coast and Glens received assistance through the government-backed Go Succeed service A company, set up by two friends who met while working at a bank has its sights set on growth after receiving assistance from the government-backed Go Succeed business support service. AdminAnswers NI, which is based in Dungiven and Kilrea […]
November 11, 2024 / November 11, 2024 by Amanda McLoone
Bangor-based business, Lifegap, wins local heat of Go Succeed competition to secure place in final with £5,000 investment up for grabs Local Bangor-based business, Lifegap, has won Ards and North Down Borough Council’s local heat of Go Succeed: Ultimate Pitch, earning a place in the grand final later this month. Founder Mario Visser, who was […]
November 5, 2024 / November 7, 2024 by Amanda McLoone
Dungannon-based entrepreneur and bao bun producer, wins local heat of Go Succeed competition to secure place in final with £5,000 investment up for grabs Local Dungannon-based entrepreneur’s business idea of producing bao buns for the Northern Ireland market has won the Mid Ulster District Council local heat of Go Succeed: Ultimate Pitch, earning a place […]
November 4, 2024 / November 7, 2024 by Amanda McLoone
Inkspirational Branding received assistance through the government-backed Go Succeed service A Lisburn-based printer and branding company is set to expand after receiving financial assistance through the government-backed Go Succeed business support service. Inkspirational Branding set up in the city centre earlier this year and is now planning to extend its range of services to include […]
October 29, 2024 / October 29, 2024 by Amanda McLoone
Belfast-based company Percy & Pop wins local heat of Go Succeed competition to secure place in final with £5,000 investment up for grabs Belfast entrepreneur Sarah McKegney has won the Belfast local heat of Go Succeed: Ultimate Pitch for her business Percy & Pop, earning a place in the grand final next month. Sarah was […]
Fermanagh-based company, Embark Protein, wins local heat of Go Succeed competition to secure place in final with £5,000 investment up for grabs Local Fermanagh company Embark Protein has won the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council local heat of Go Succeed: Ultimate Pitch, earning a place in the grand final next month. Founder Matthew Rainey, who […]
October 25, 2024 by Amanda McLoone
Lisburn-based company, M-Power, wins the Lisburn and Castlereagh heat of the regional Ultimate Pitch competition. M-Power is an App that will help those with menopause follow their journey and alleviate symptoms. It pairs with wearables. The new business M-Power received a prize of £1,000 and secured their place in the regional final, which has a […]
Judges were bowled over by local entrepreneur Jared Wilson when he spoke about his business ‘Cricket Jobs Ltd’ during the Derry City and Strabane District heat of Go Succeed: The Ultimate Pitch at the Guildhall. This exciting new initiative, backed by the government’s business support service, is aimed at individuals, businesses, and social enterprises across […]
October 22, 2024 / October 22, 2024 by Amanda McLoone
Warrenpoint-based company, Oceanauts Diving, wins local heat of Go Succeed competition to secure place in final with £5,000 investment up for grabs Local Warrenpoint company Oceanauts Diving has won the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council local heat of Go Succeed: Ultimate Pitch, earning a place in the grand final next month. Founder Dain McParland, […]
October 7, 2024 / October 7, 2024 by Amanda McLoone
Balanced Life received assistance and grant through government-backed service A Mid-Ulster entrepreneur is set to take her fledgling wellness business to the next level, moving into new permanent premises after receiving financial assistance through the government-backed Go Succeed enterprise support service. Michaela Mills, who currently operates Balanced Life – which supplies a range of alternative […]
September 23, 2024 / February 19, 2025 by Amanda McLoone
The Aesthetics Guy NI establishes a thriving clinic after receiving continuous support from Go Succeed A Newtownabbey-based entrepreneur has launched a new skincare and aesthetics business, after receiving assistance through Go Succeed, the government-backed business enterprise support service. Chris Flanagan, with a background in biomedical science, established The Aesthetics Guy NI, an aesthetic clinic focused […]
