Join the Food Business Development Programme – Cavan 2025!

Programme Details:

Dates: Tuesday 16th, Tuesday 30th September & Tuesday 14th October

Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm

Venue: CITC Building, Dublin Road, Cavan, H12 R6D6

Please Note:

If you are a member of Created in Cavan, you can register for this programme free of charge. Please email localenterprise@cavancoco.ie to register. 

Grow Your Brand • Expand Your Market • Build for the Future

Are you a passionate food producer in Cavan looking to take your business to the next level?

Led by renowned food industry expert, Annie Dunne of The Art of GRATE Food, this 6-week hands-on programme is designed to equip food entrepreneurs with the tools, insights, and strategies to grow and thrive.

What You’ll Gain

• A clearer understanding of how to enter or expand in retail, online, wholesale, or food service markets
• An actionable marketing strategy tailored to your ideal customer
• Guidance on product development and innovation
• Tools to overcome common business challenges (pricing, supply chain, scaling)
• A realistic growth roadmap with clear, strategic goals

Programme Structure

• Duration: 6 weeks
• Includes: 3 interactive half-day workshops, 3 x 1:1 mentoring sessions, Expert advice tailored to your food business

Module Highlights

Module 1: Brand Building & Choosing the Right Sales Channels
Module 2: Product Development, Marketing, and Market Expansion
Module 3: Overcoming Business Challenges & Planning for Growth

Meet Your Facilitator – Annie Dunne

With over 25 years of experience in food manufacturing and retail—including transforming Harrods Food Halls and launching brands into international markets—Annie brings unmatched expertise and a passion for supporting local producers.

Who Should Apply?

This programme is ideal for small and growing food businesses in Cavan looking to:

• Strengthen their brand
• Explore new market opportunities
• Build a sustainable growth plan

 Limited Spots Available – Apply Now!

Don’t miss this opportunity to work closely with a seasoned industry expert and connect with like-minded food entrepreneurs.

Brought to you by Local Enterprise Office Cavan & Created in Cavan.