Local Enterprise Office Clare provides direct services to the small and micro enterprise sector as well as helping to create an enterprise culture across the county.

• We can provide direct financial supports to businesses*.
• We advise on a range of alternative funding options available.
• We offer business information, advisory services and enterprise support.
• We deliver high-quality training to meet the needs of your business including; Start Your Own Business, Managing Your Business e.g. Marketing, Sales, Financial Management, Strategy and Business Planning.
• We mentor you and your business with experienced experts.
• We guide you to the services most relevant to support the growth and development of your business.
• We connect you with appropriate State resources for your business including relevant agencies such as;

–        Department of Social Protection ‘Back to Work Enterprise Allowance’

–        Solas ‘Employer Job Incentive Scheme’

–        Microfinance Ireland ‘Microenterprise Loan Fund’

–        Revenue ‘Seed Capital Scheme’

–        Irish Patents Office ‘Intellectual Property for Business’

• We create progression pathways for high-potential start-ups and high growth companies to Enterprise Ireland.
• We advise on and provide access to local property solutions for start-ups and business expansions.
• We organise key enterprise events.
• We facilitate effective business networking.
• We promote and develop entrepreneurship education in the local community.
• Our website www.localenterprise.ie gives you access to online information about our supports and services.

*Eligibility criteria apply.