Innovation is key in Enterprise Week

Entrepreneurs can learn more about making innovation a core part of their business through a new accreditation programme
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Published 5th Mar 2020, 11:10 BST

Innovate NI is a Department for the Economy initiative and will be showcased at the opening event of Enterprise Week 2020 at the Millennium Forum on Monday, March 2. It is to be delivered by Invest Northern Ireland, local councils and further education colleges.

The programme is raising awareness and providing practical advice about what innovation is, while highlighting its value and importance for business growth and competitiveness.

Dr Vicky Kell, Director of Innovation, Research and Development at Invest NI, will be present at the event to explain how the programme can guide local businesses towards an internationally-recognised accreditation that will help them develop their innovation strategy, capabilities and culture.

Delegates will also be able to participate in an innovation workshop, “A Personal Journey Of Innovation: The Highs, Lows and Lessons Learnt”, delivered by Paul O’Callaghan, Innovation Accreditation Manager at Invest NI, and Dr Kelly Clark, Managing Director at Orryx.

The workshop will equip participants with innovation management tools and techniques that businesses of any size and from any sector can adopt, no matter where they are in their business journey.

It is part of a packed schedule at Derry City and Strabane District Council’s Enterprise Week.

The Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Councillor Michaela Boyle, encouraged entrepreneurs to get involved in the workshop.

“In an ever-evolving local economic environment, innovation is critical if businesses are to adapt to fresh challenges and fulfil their potential,” she said. “The Innovation Accreditation Programme is an ideal first step for businesses to consider their innovation options and make positive changes to how they are managed.

“I would encourage all budding and existing entrepreneurs in the City and District to familiarise themselves with the Enterprise Week programme and get involved in events that can help them progress their business goals.”

For further information on the Innovation Accreditation Programme, click here. For full programme details, visit www.derrystrabane.com/enterpriseweek. Keep up to date on social media by following Business Support Derry Strabane on Facebook, @dcscbusiness on Twitter and by using the hashtag #EW2020.

Full programme and registration is also available by downloading the What’s On Derry Strabane App from the Google Play and the Apple app stores.