We are hosting a series of regional Lunch & Learn workshops on Access to Finance. At these informal workshops you'll gain an overview of our funding solutions and how you can apply for finance to help take your business to the next level. You'll hear from: Techstart about their Invest NI backed equity fund and Proof of Concept grant programme Ulster Community Finance about the Invest NI backed NI Small Business Loan Fund British Business Bank about their Investment Fund for Northern Ireland and Start-Up Loans Company There will also be opportunities for networking and company specific one to one discussions with our Access to Finance team. This workshop will be held at Invest NI’s North Eastern Regional office at Ecos Hub, Ballymena. Please arrive at 11:45 for registration / tea & coffee. Event will start at 12 noon and will be followed by a light lunch. This workshop is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Expand your knowledge of Operational Excellence. Invest NI is hosting a series of regional Lunch & Learn workshops on Operational Excellence in January and February 2025. These informal workshops aim to provide an overview of operational excellence and how it can improve productivity and profitability. Led by an experienced operational excellence coach with a wealth of experience in a diverse range of sectors, they will be especially relevant to small or medium sized businesses looking to implement cost efficiencies and foster a culture of continuous improvement. There will also be opportunities for networking and company specific one to one discussions with the Invest NI Operational Excellence team. This workshop will be held at Invest NI’s North Western Regional office at Timber Quay, Derry~Londonderry. Please arrive at 11:45 for Registration / Tea & Coffee. Event will start at 12 noon and will be followed by a light lunch.

Increase your knowledge of Training Needs Analysis In today's ever-changing economic climate, investing in your staff's skills and development is crucial for business success. However, how can you ensure this training is effective, balancing both time and cost? Our Training Needs Analysis workshops will help you understand the business benefits of upskilling your workforce. They will also provide you with the tools and techniques to enhance your team's skills and abilities, giving your business the competitive edge it needs to thrive. Topics covered include: The fundamentals of Training Needs Analysis and its importance. The development cycle and how to implement training programmes that align with your company’s goals. Organisational and task analysis to maximise each employee’s potential creating a more efficient and motivated workforce. There will also be opportunities for networking and one to one discussions with our Skills and Training Needs Analysis team.

Expand your knowledge of Skills and Training Needs Analysis We are hosting a series of regional Lunch & Learn workshops on Skills and Training Needs Analysis. These informal workshops will help you understand the business benefits of upskilling your workforce while also providing additional insights into identifying training needs and the support Invest NI can offer throughout your upskilling journey. There will also be opportunities for networking and company specific one to one discussions with the Skills and Training Needs Analysis team. This workshop will be held at Invest NI’s Western Regional Office at Kevlin Buildings, Omagh. Please arrive at 11:45 for registration / tea & coffee. Event will start at 12 noon and will be followed by a light lunch. This workshop is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

We are hosting a series of regional Lunch & Learn workshops on Access to Finance. At these informal workshops you'll gain an overview of our funding solutions and how you can apply for finance to help take your business to the next level. You'll hear from: Techstart about their Invest NI backed equity fund and Proof of Concept grant programme Ulster Community Finance about the Invest NI backed NI Small Business Loan Fund British Business Bank about their Investment Fund for Northern Ireland and Start-Up Loans Company There will also be opportunities for networking and company specific one to one discussions with our Access to Finance team. This workshop will be held at Invest NI’s Western Regional Office at Kevlin Buildings, Omagh. Please arrive at 11:45 for registration / tea & coffee. Event will start at 12 noon and will be followed by a light lunch. This workshop is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. ___________________________________________________________________________

Expand your knowledge of Energy and Resource Efficiency. We are hosting a series of regional Lunch & Learn workshops on Energy and Resource Efficiency this Winter 2024/2025 These informal workshops will provide an overview of the support available to help you identify and implement energy and resource efficiency projects, enabling your business to benefit from both cost and carbon savings. There will also be opportunities for networking and specific one to one discussions with the Invest NI Energy and Resource Efficiency team. This workshop will be held at Invest NI’s North Western Regional Office at Timber Quay, Derry~Londonderry. Please arrive at 11:45 for Registration / Tea & Coffee. Event will start at 12 noon and will be followed by a light lunch.