We’re very happy to invite you the first public networking event for the Midlands ICT Network. Join us on March 11th, 2025, at the Radisson Hotel, Athlone, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for Let’s Talk About Tech.

This free event will connect ICT companies and professionals from across the region with key ICT supports, funding opportunities, and industry leaders.

What to Expect:
✅ Expert insights on supports for funding, skills, and supply chain opportunities.
✅ Keynote from Peter Cosgrove of Futurewise on AI, future skills, and workplace trends.
✅ Panel discussions with industry leaders & policymakers.
✅ Networking opportunities with Midlands’ top tech companies.
✅ Engage with representatives from Enterprise Ireland, LEO, WestBIC, Scale Ireland, Skillnets, TUS, ETB’s and more.

We hope you can join us on the day – Click on the button below for more information and to Register. Full Agenda will be shared in advance of the event.

• Join a Growing Movement: Be part of a regional push towards a more sustainable, resilient, and vibrant Midland’s economy.
• Gain Actionable Insights: Hear from practitioners, local and international on successful green economy and regenerative tourism initiatives
• Explore Business Opportunities: Learn how climate action can create new business opportunities and underpin economic growth in the Midlands.
• Develop Partnerships: Connect with tourism, enterprise, and community development leaders to foster long-term collaboration, driving economic successful.

• Green Enterprise & Climate-Resilient Businesses: How businesses can access supports to pivot towards sustainability while remaining competitive.
• Regenerative Tourism & Place-Based businesses: Strategies for creating sustainable tourism products that benefit communities and the environment.
• Community-Led Innovation: How local groups and local authorities can drive economic growth through sustainability initiatives.
• Showcasing Local & International Success Stories: Learn from real-world examples of businesses and regions thriving through sustainable development.

• Entrepreneurs and business owners looking to pivot towards sustainability
• Tourism and hospitality businesses
• Local authorities: Enterprise, Community, Climate & Tourism Teams
• Sustainable Energy Communities and remote working hubs
• Community groups and leaders, and development groups
• Skills providers and enterprise support agencies

We are delighted to invite you to an informative workshop on funding opportunities available through Enterprise Ireland and Horizon Europe. This event is organised in collaboration with TU RISE, a program dedicated to strengthening research and innovation within our university.

Event Details:
Date: Friday, 28th March
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Main Building, Room B54, Technological University of the Shannon, Athlone Campus