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Electrical contractor FCS Services reveals five-year plan to double in size as it powers up for growth.

April 21, 2025 / May 6, 2025 by Evan Flynn

Ballymena-based business received assistance from Go Succeed support service A Ballymena-based electrical contractor which counts some of Northern Ireland’s best-known businesses as clients is embarking on a five-year growth strategy that will see it double in size. FCS Services’ ambitious expansion plans follow a significant rise in demand for its services from commercial, industrial and […]

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Don’t Think You’re Ready to Start a Business? Think Again.

April 8, 2025 by Evan Flynn

You’ve got an idea – maybe it’s a product you wish existed, a skill you’ve honed over time, or a passion you’ve been quietly pursuing in your spare hours. You’ve thought about doing something with it – perhaps even starting a business. But then the doubts creep in: “I don’t think I’m ready.” “What if […]

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The AI Advantage: How Small Businesses in NI Are Leveraging AI to Grow

March 27, 2025 / April 1, 2025 by Evan Flynn

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept reserved for big tech companies – it’s already transforming how small businesses operate right here in Northern Ireland. Whether it’s saving time, improving customer experience, or helping with smarter decision-making, AI is unlocking new growth opportunities for entrepreneurs across all sectors. At Go Succeed, we’re seeing […]

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Go Succeed grant brews expansion for Co Down coffee house

October 21, 2024 / October 18, 2024 by Evan Flynn

The Goose Coffee House in Comber received assistance through the government-backed Go Succeed service A County Down coffee shop and restaurant is set to grow after receiving a grant through the government-backed Go Succeed business support service. Avril McIlveen, who took over The Goose Coffee House in Comber earlier this year after two decades as […]

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Carrickfergus-based business makes the ‘Ultimate Pitch’ in local heat

October 18, 2024 by Evan Flynn

Carrickfergus-based company, WearMatter, wins local heat of Go Succeed competition to secure place in final with £5,000 investment up for grabs Local Carrickfergus company WearMatter has won the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council local heat of Go Succeed: Ultimate Pitch, earning a place in the grand final next month. Founder Gemma McAllister will now […]

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Portrush-based business makes the ‘Ultimate Pitch’ in local heat

October 18, 2024 / October 18, 2024 by Evan Flynn

Portrush-based company, 6D-Dementia, wins local heat of Go Succeed competition to secure place in final with £5,000 investment up for grabs Local Portrush company 6D-Dementia Ltd has won the Causeway Coast and Glens local heat of Go Succeed: Ultimate Pitch, earning a place in the grand final next month. Founder Frances Duffy, who was awarded […]

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ENGA Translation makes the ‘Ultimate Pitch’ in Antrim and Newtownabbey  heat

October 18, 2024 / October 18, 2024 by Evan Flynn

ENGA Translation, wins local heat of Go Succeed competition to secure place in final with £5,000 investment up for grabs Local company, ENGA Translation, has won the Antrim and Newtownabbey local heat of Go Succeed: Ultimate Pitch, earning a place in the grand final next month. Founder Seán Ó Corráin, who was awarded £1,000 for […]

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New York to Newry – Local woman fulfils business dreams

September 6, 2024 / February 19, 2025 by Evan Flynn

Entrepreneur received assistance through Go Succeed enterprise support service A Newry-based entrepreneur has realised her dream of returning from North America to set up her own physiotherapy and Pilates practice, after receiving help through the government backed Go Succeed service. Catherine Elliott, originally from the United States, moved with her family to the Newry area […]

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Armagh confectionary brand ready to taste ‘s’more success’

September 2, 2024 / October 7, 2024 by Evan Flynn

S’more’a’licious received assistance through Go Succeed enterprise support service A Co Armagh based confectionary brand is aiming to expand its presence in Great Britain, the Republic of Ireland and beyond after receiving one to one mentorship from Go Succeed, the free enterprise support service, delivered by Northern Ireland’s 11 councils. S’more’a’licious is an award-winning brand […]

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Entrepreneurs invited to make ‘Ultimate Pitch’ for business investment

August 27, 2024 / September 9, 2024 by Evan Flynn

Competition open to businesses across all council areas Entrepreneurs from across Northern Ireland are being given the chance to secure up to £5,000 in investment for their business idea with the launch of Go Succeed: The Ultimate Pitch. The new ‘Dragon’s Den’ style competition launched by the government-backed support service is open to individuals, businesses […]

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