Local Enterprise Office Clare provides direct services to the small and micro enterprise sector as well as helping to create an enterprise culture across the county. We can provide direct financial supports to businesses*. We advise on a range of alternative funding options available. We offer business information, advisory services and enterprise support. We deliver high-quality training to meet the needs of your business including; Start Your Own Business, Managing Your Business e.g. Marketing, Sales, Financial Management, Strategy and Business Planning. We mentor you and your business with experienced experts. We guide you to the services most relevant to support the growth and development of your business. We connect you with appropriate State resources for your business including relevant agencies such as; – Department of Social Protection ‘Back to Work Enterprise Allowance’ – Solas ‘Employer Job Incentive Scheme’ – Microfinance Ireland ‘Microenterprise Loan Fund’ – Revenue ‘Seed Capital Scheme’ – Irish Patents Office ‘Intellectual Property for Business’ We create progression pathways for high-potential start-ups and high growth companies to Enterprise Ireland. We advise on and provide access to local property solutions for start-ups and business expansions. We organise key enterprise events. We facilitate effective business networking. We promote and develop entrepreneurship education in the local community. Our website www.localenterprise.ie/clare gives you access to online information about our supports and services. *Eligibility criteria apply.
