Export support on offer to SMEs to explore cross-border markets
For a first-time exporter, trading in the opposite jurisdiction(market) is the perfect place to begin. It is geographically closer, there are no language barriers and companies can gain valuable experience managing a different currency before moving into more complex European markets. Cross-border trade is valued at £2bn/€2.5bn so substantial opportunities in the opposite jurisdiction still exist, however many small businesses quite simply just don’t have the time, resources or knowledge about where to start.
Sales Development
If you are a small enterprise, employing 10 employees or less with an 18 month trading history, you may be eligible to apply to our Elevate programme. Designed for companies who either manufacture or offer a tradeable service, Elevate can provide up to £5,000 of support towards the development of an export marketing strategy. This popular programme is designed to equip small companies with the skills to develop and implement a plan as they enter the cross border export market.
We currently have 50 spaces available on the programme. Spaces are limited so get your application in early! If you are interested in applying to the programme contact Anne-Marie McAteer to check your eligibility and for more information on the process. You can also visit our Elevate website.
Sales & Marketing
If you have limited cross-border exporting experience and want to access a resource to sell your products/service in the other market? Why not check out our Acumen programme? Designed for companies that want to develop an on the ground resource, InterTradeIreland's Acumen programme can provide up to 50% funding towards the cost of a part time or full time sales person (Funding available up to £15,000/€18,750).
Companies must either manufacture or offer a tradeable service and have a relationship with an economic agency on the island (e.g. Invest Northern Ireland, Enterprise Ireland, Údarás na Gaeltachta, City or County Enterprise Board, a Local Enterprise Agency)
The programme which has been delivered by InterTradeIreland for over ten years is pleased to welcome and introduce a new team of on the ground delivery Consultants based across the island. If you would like to discuss the programme or get in touch with a member of the team please contact 028 (048) 30834188 or email acumen@intertradeireland.com.
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