Are you a Woman in Business?

Enterprising Women is a business support network for female-run businesses in the area.

• A mix of guest speakers on practical business topics, practical workshops and member-led discussions
• Exchange Ideas and Share Experiences with other Entrepreneurs
• Avail of Opportunities to Build Contacts and Win Business
• Guests welcome (no charge for fi

When and Where?

Enterprising Women network meets on the second Tuesday of each month 7pm to 9pm.

We are a peer to peer business support network for female run businesses. We frequently have joint meetings with our other networks so as to maximise business lead opportunities. The annual cost is €100 (reduced according to Qtr of joining) which includes all meetings, entry to monthly newsletter and access to private online groups and social media forums for wider networking

What's On?

Next meeting: January 10th, 2012

'Resourcing in 2012' with Voltedge.ie

Are you thinking of hiring/taking on an intern or looking at employee issues in 2012?  This session will guide you through the maze of schemes and options including internships and temporary contract isssues. 

What's Been On?

November meeting: 'Venturing into Video - the pros and cons for business'  with Caroline Murphy, Avondale Media Services. 

• Why make a video
• How to think through what a video should contain
• The basics to be aware of when going for DIY

October meeting: 'Did You Not Hear What I Said? The difference between what we think we said and what another person hears can be vast. Caroline discusses the secrets of effective communication and how we can improve it.

Sept 20th meeting: Fly Higher, Celebrating & Inspiring Enterprise Our hugely successful event motivated and stimulated the 250 guests in attendance with key note speakers, mentoring and networking and also showcased the county finals of the National Enterprise Awards. 

July Summer BBQ (members only)

June Meeeting: "Building a successful International Brand" with Vivien Walsh Jewellery Designer.  Vivien shared her inspirational story of competing on an international stage and her experiences in the jewellery retail business since the 1980's.  Vivien has just opened a new shop on Monkstown and is optimistic about the opportunities for small business today. Download event details here: 

May's Meeting: Apps for Small Business.. What is an App and could my business use one?      At our May 10th meeting, Deirdre Savage of Autopilot explained the basics of this technology giving some practical examples and outlined what is involved in developing an app .  Lisa Cunningham Vogue Business Development explored how smart phones apps work as a marketing tool for the small business.  Download event details here: 

April's Meeting: "How Networking can work for your Businesss"

At our April 5th meeting three of our members shared examples of how they have successfully used networking to support and promote their businesses.  Joyce Rigby-Jones of Voltedge; Colette Ward of Absolute Interiors and Catherine De Groot of Bake my Cake.   Attendees were invited to deliver a short description of their business (Elevator Pitch) and what they are seeking from the network. The meeting finished with a structured networking session. Full details here:

March 8th International Womens Day Conference

2012 Meeting dates

• January 10th; February 7th; March 13th; April 17th, May 8th, June 12th.
  

Membership Enquiries

To benefit from membership of the Enterprising Women network, contact:
Angela Tynan, DLRCEB Network Co-ordinator

Email: angela@dlrceb.ie
Tel: 01 494 8400
Mobile: 087 223 5269

Renew Annual Subscription

Price: 2012 €100 (Full Year Jan - Dec)