On 23 September, Ulster Rugby Captain Rory Best will speak to the young entrepreneurs of Down about what it takes to be literally the best.
This event is part of the Bright Idea Programme, run in the SEED Council Areas, which supports young business people aged 18-29.
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Rugby star Rory Best is to speak to young entrepreneurs.[/caption]
The Ulster Hooker will share details on his career highlights, recall the challenging times and discuss how young entrepreneurs can turn their Bright Ideas into a major success.
The Bright Idea Programme is a free support programme for business people aged 18-29 in the SEED Council areas. Participating businesses can benefit from a support package worth over £3,000 which includes expert mentoring, a free website, a sales and marketing strategy and more. The Bright Idea Programme aims to stimulate significant economic development within the participating council areas and promote an entrepreneurial culture within Northern Ireland’s young people. Natalie Ronaldson, the Bright Idea Programme Coordinator said: ‘We are so excited to have Rory speak to our young entrepreneurs. His career achievements are outstanding and we know our business owners aim to replicate his levels of success in their careers.’
Rory Best will also be answering questions on the night. If you are a budding entrepreneur, get involved using #BestBrightIdea to pose a question to the Ulster Captain. For further information on the event, which will be held in the Old Town Hall in Banbridge at 6pm on 23rd September, visit www.brightideani.com and @brightideani on Twitter.
The Bright Idea Programme is part funded by Invest Northern Ireland and the European Regional Development Fund under the Sustainable Competitiveness Programme for Northern Ireland and the local authorities of Ards, Armagh, Banbridge, Craigavon, Down and Newry & Mourne.
Business owner/managers can apply to join the Programme via the Bright Idea website:
Rory Best has enjoyed a highly successful career to date on both the provincial and international stages. Rory’s family have a strong business background, with his father establishing the highly successful Newry-based company, Best Property Services. This makes Rory the perfect candidate to converse with budding entrepreneurs seeking to establish their business and make it a success.
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