Waterford Local Enterprise Office

16/10/2026

What a day! A huge thank you to everyone who came along yesterday to celebrate National Women's Enterprise Day in

Massive thanks especially to our keynote speaker Lousie Grubb, our panelists Teresanne O'Reilly, Claire Mooney, Gabrielle Cummins and Suzanne Parker and to our MC Nichola Beresford. Thank you all for your great insights into this years theme "Own Your Success".

It was inspiring to bring so many ambitious, talented and supportive women together to share ideas, celebrate achievements and encourage one another to continue to grow 💫

12/10/2026

We're delighted to launch the Waterford Glas Awards 2026, which aim to recognise and celebrate small and micro businesses in County Waterford who have made significant advances in bringing green principles into their day to day business activities.

The winning business in each category will receive a prize of €4,000, made up of cash, leo supports and a themed trophy.

Link in bio to apply!

08/10/2026

One week to go until our NWED event at Gardenmorris Estate. Check out our great lineup of speakers and get your ticket at the link in our bio🔗

28/09/2026

Thid hands-on programme is aimed at Irish manufacturing and internationally traded service businesses with export sales of less then €25,000. It will help develop the skills and confidence to begin or grow exports.

Link in bio to register!

17/09/2026

SETU have welcomed European partners to Waterford as part of the €1.4m BECEE project, working together to strengthen entrepreneurship and support entrepreneurs across Europe.

Link in bio to read more!

15/09/2026

This practical workshop helps business owners and marketing teams understand how to make their websites and social media content more accessible, using simple techniques and tools that can be implemented immediately.

Link in bio to book your space!

08/09/2026

The National Ploughing Championships are taking place next week, from 15th to 17th September.

We're delighted to have Waterford business, Oh My Cookies | Ireland 🍪 exhibiting as part of the Local Enterprise Vilage.

Best of luck Oriana!

07/09/2026

National Women's Enterprise Day is now open for bookings!

This year's theme is 'Own Your Success' which is all about encouraging female entrepdeneurs to recognise their achievements, overcome self doubt and celwbrate their wins with confidence.

Check out the link in bio to find out more and book your space!

31/07/2026

Are you curious about starting a Social Enterprise?

Looking at developing your Community Group into a Profit for Purpose business model?

This 8-session, blended learning programme will involve training and mentoring in the key fundamentals of developing and building a resilient Social Enterprise.

For further information contact Amy Orr: aorr@buion,ie

Are you curious about starting a Social Enterprise? Looking at developing your Community Group into a Profit for Purpose business model? This 8-session, blended

21/07/2026

We are seeking Expressions of Interest from client businesses to participate in the Harvest Festival, Waterford, taking place from 4th to 6th September 2026.

Selected participants will be provided with a trading opportunity in a high-footfall location on George’s Street, Waterford, offering direct access to festival audiences over three days.

This initiative aims to support small businesses to increase visibility, develop sales capability, and test their products/services in a live retail environment.

This programme is open to businesses registered/trading in Waterford City and County only.

Details

- Event: Harvest Festival Waterford
- Dates: 4th – 6th September 2026
- Location: George’s Street, Waterford City
- Trading Format: Individual dedicated trading space for each selected business
- Duration: 3 days of trading plus half day pre event training workshop
- Cost: €100

What is Included?

Selected businesses will receive:
- Dedicated trading space within the LEO trading area
- Pre-event half-day sales and customer engagement training workshop
- Inclusion in pre-event digital promotion campaign (LEO channels)
- Visibility during event promotion through LEO networks
- Guidance on pricing, merchandising, and festival trading preparation
- Peer networking with other participating businesses

Apply today: https://leowaterford.submit.com/show/248