Enterprise Ireland will host a Brexit Advisory Clinic in Limerick on Wednesday, November 21. The purpose of the clinic is to support companies exposed to Brexit to take action and safeguard their business in key risk areas. This event, run with Local Enterprise Office support, is the fourth in the new series of Enterprise Ireland advisory clinics taking place nationwide.
Over half (54 per cent) of respondents to an audience participation poll at the last tranche of Brexit Advisory Clinics ranked customs and logistics as their greatest concern and as a result, this area will be given particular focus and will feature a presentation by Revenue, Irish Tax and Customs.
Commenting, Jerry Moloney, Regional Director – Mid West, Enterprise Ireland said, “Enterprise Ireland is encouraging all companies in Limerick and the surrounding area to take immediate action to mitigate the risks associated with Brexit. The first step for many companies will be getting valuable advice from experts, or hearing from other companies of similar size, or in the same sector, and these opportunities are available at the Brexit Advisory Clinics. The Brexit negotiations are reaching a crucial juncture and regardless of the outcome of discussions, taking action should be a priority for Irish businesses in the weeks leading up to March 29, 2019.”
The clinic will also feature expert presentations, one-to-one consultations and panel discussions in the areas of finance and currency management, strategic sourcing and market development and market diversification. This event is free to attend and will also give companies the opportunity to speak one-to-one with independent experts, who will provide company-specific guidelines and advice, while allowing company managers, founders and CEOs to privately discuss their circumstances and concerns.
Eamon Ryan, Head of Enterprise, Local Enterprise Office Limerick said, “Preparing for Brexit should be at the top of every business owner’s agenda here in the mid-west. The Local Enterprise Offices are the ‘first stop shop’ for small businesses looking for supports to help them plan and prepare for the challenges ahead. Enterprise supports are useful for Brexit planning and they’re also useful for business planning in general, helping to identify new opportunities, new markets and new ways of working. We’re encouraging all small business owners in Limerick and all over the mid-west region to come to the Brexit Advisory Clinic on November 21st and find out how simple steps can help a business become better prepared.”
Those interested can register via www.prepareforbrexit.com/events
