The Big Pitch 2023

Propelor (the new name for South East BIC) supports entrepreneurs to develop new innovative enterprises with global ambition. We provide a comprehensive range of supports through bespoke client-led business consultancy and active incubation.We work with innovative and ambitious entrepreneurs in Carlow, Kilkenny, Waterford, Wexford, Tipperary, Laois and Offaly and focus on project evaluation and development, business modelling, business planning, investor-readiness and sourcing finance (both public and private).W﻿e are supported by Enterprise Ireland to work with innovative startups with global ambition in our region.

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Join us for The Big Pitch 2023 and see 3 finalists go head to head in front of a panel of judges and live audience to win €10,000

The Parade Tower

The Big Pitch, where three founders showcase their business for a chance to win a cash prize of €10,000 takes place in Kilkenny Castle's Parade Tower on Thursday 23rd November.Each finalist has been paired with an experienced entrepreneur who will mentor them in their preparation for the final. This year our mentors are Patsy Carney (Eirgen), Clare Hughes (CF Pharma and Telenostic) and Rory O'Connor (Scurri).The three Finalists - Dermot O'Riordan of ResoHealth, Marie Bourke of Celtonn and John Barron of GoChallenge, will have 4 minutes to present their business, followed by 4 minutes of Q&amp;A from our judging panel.While the judges deliberate, there will be a fireside chat with the Mentors , who will give an insight into their experiences as founders of successful startups. Anna Marie Turley (Entrepreneurship &amp; HPSU Operations at Enterprise Ireland) shall also join this conversation to share how founders can best navigate the start-up ecosystem. We are grateful to our Judges:Keith Brock | Enterprise IrelandNiall McEvoy | ElkstoneGeorgina Carpendale | Fitzgerald PowerShane Brennan | HubspotAileen McGrath | Kilkenny Local Enterprise Office Join us from 9.30am for coffee, the event will start at 10am. Registration Required

The Big Pitch 2023

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