Preview: Ludgate First Tuesdays with Brian McCarthy

When and where is it on?
Tuesday 6 November at 6.30pm at The Tanyard Bar, Main St, Skibbereen

How many years has it been going?
It has been going for approx two years now,

What was the inspiration to start it?
Our ambition is to pull together a vibrant community of entrepreneurs and like minded-individuals in West Cork.

What exciting things can people look forward to?
Gain insight from someone who has succeed in their industry, but who also is happy to share knowledge of the lessons they have learned along the way

What opportunities are on offer for those attending?
Networking is a very important aspect of any business today; First Tuesday allows for sharing knowledge, raising your profile in the community, being inspired, getting to know who to talk to. It’s also an opportunity to talk to us at Ludgate about the supports we offer for startups.

Who will be speaking?
Brian McCarthy, founder and Executive Chairman at FEXCO who now employees 2,500 people globally, Brian is also a previous winner of the Ernest and Young International Entrepreneur of the Year.

What tips would you give to people attending to get the most out of it?
Arrive early, bring business cards, introduce yourself to someone new, The night is about networking and making new connections.

How can people book tickets/when does it usually sell out?
Email info@ludgate.ie to book a ticket

Anything else you’d like to add/we should have asked?
Did you know that Ludgate has its own seed fund, with startups encouraged to apply – see https://www.ludgate.ie/seed-funding for more information.