Ludgate

Resilience, Motivation & Mindset with Stephen Redmond
2025-12-03 04:45 - 18:00 UTC | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
As we close another year of collaboration between Ludgate Hub and the Skillnet Innovation Exchange, we invite you to a special session celebrating resilience, mindset, and motivation — qualities that power success not just in business, but in every part of life.
Our guest speaker, Stephen Redmond, is a world-record endurance athlete, author of Fastnet: The Final Challenge, and the first person in history to complete the Oceans Seven, the open-water swimming equivalent of the Seven Summits.
A proud West Cork native, Stephen will share the lessons he’s learned from years of pushing physical and mental limits — and how they apply to everyday challenges, whether you’re building a business, leading a team, or simply managing life’s currents.
You’ll learn how to:

Build resilience when facing change or uncertainty
Develop a mindset that sustains motivation and focus
Recover and refocus after setbacks
Apply endurance lessons to your work, wellbeing, and goals

Who should attend:
Entrepreneurs, employees, community members, students, innovators, and anyone looking to strengthen their mindset and motivation for the year ahead.
Sign up here

A Smart Way to Innovate – Design Thinking Essentials for SMEs
2025-11-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Event Description
Join us for A Smart Way to Innovate – Design Thinking Essentials for SMEs, a one-hour online session designed to help business owners and leaders use design thinking to drive innovation and growth.
Delivered by Maria Cosgrove of Anu Innovation, this interactive webinar will introduce practical tools and methods to help you:

Understand your customers’ real needs
Generate new ideas with confidence
Test and refine solutions quickly
Build innovation capacity within your team

Participants will also have the opportunity to book a 30-minute one-to-one innovation advice session with Maria after the webinar.
📅 Date: Tuesday, 11th November 2025🕙 Time: 10:00am – 11:00am📍 Location: Online (register here)

Sales Meets Innovation: The Masterclass for Commercial Growth
2025-11-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
About This Event
In today’s fast-paced market, innovation alone isn’t enough, it must be tied directly to sales and customer value. Likewise, sales isn’t just about closing deals, it’s a strategic lever for identifying market needs, shaping innovation, and driving commercial growth.
This 2-hour masterclass led by Alan Maguire (Founder & CEO of ESI) explores the strategic connection between sales and innovation, and why one cannot succeed without the other.
This session will equip you with the tools and mindset to:

Use sales conversations to spark innovation
Position innovation as a driver of growth, not just creativity
Align sales and innovation strategies for maximum commercial impact

Pathway to Innovate - Clinic
2025-10-16 09:30 - 15:30 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
Join us for the Innovation Clinic, designed to help SMEs connect, progress, up-skill and grow. The interactive sessions hosted by IRDG will help you to better understand your business’ challenges, assess internal skills capacity, and identify relevant opportunities. You will gain insights from industry leaders and be introduced to existing agency supports such as Enterprise Ireland, LEOs and Regional Skills Fora directly related to your needs. You’ll leave equipped with a 90-day innovation plan to drive innovation and entrepreneurial practices within your business.
Join us, where ambition meets action. Sign up here.

Closing the Sale — B2B Workshop with Dr Maria Coakley
2025-09-24 10:00 - 14:30 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
About this event

Why this workshop
Many sales professionals struggle with the final stages of the sales process, watching promising opportunities slip away. This workshop, delivered by Dr Maria Coakley will discuss techniques and strategies to help turn prospects into customers for sustainable growth.
What we’ll cover

Why deals don’t close (and how to unblock them)
The value of MEDDPICC for corporate sales (qualification that sticks)
Objection handling that reduces ghosting
Negotiation essentials for win-win outcomes
Closing techniques (and when to use which)
Onboarding for a smooth handover
Retain & grow the account (land & expand)
KPIs to track sales effectiveness

Who should attend
Entrepreneurs, sales professionals and account managers who want to improve close rates and grow accounts.
Delivered by
Workshop delivered by Dr Maria Coakley. Prior SIE/Ludgate sessions with Dr Coakley drew strong engagement and form part of our regional training roadmap. This workshop is action oriented, such that you shall get the opportunity to discuss practical ideas for your business. The workshop shall maximise peer to peer learning, best practice & discussion amongst participants.
Hosted by Ludgate with Skillnet Innovation Exchange — a national initiative connecting SMEs with supports, training and collaboration opportunities.

Sign up here

Connect & Co-Work by the Coast
2025-06-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Lough hyne, 5KM from Skibbereen, Skibbereen, Ireland
Welcome to Connect & Co-Work by the Coast for Remote & Hybrid Employees!

Need a change of scenery? Fancy working alongside like-minded remote and hybrid folks—with a sea breeze and a splash of adventure?
Join us for Connect & Co-Work by the Coast, a relaxed co-working day that blends productivity with connection, a shared lunch, and an optional refreshing sea swim.
Whether you’re looking to get through your inbox or spark new ideas in good company, this day is designed to energise your workday and widen your network.
What’s included:
💻 A welcoming co-working space with Wi-Fi and good vibes
🥗 A delicious, locally sourced group lunch
🌊 A (brave!) sea swim to awaken your senses
🤝 Casual networking with fellow remote and hybrid workers
☕ Coffee, chats, and good craic
Who it’s for:
Anyone working remotely or in a hybrid setup who wants to:

Shake up their routine
Meet others in the same boat
Feel part of a local community of remote workers

What to bring:

Your laptop and charger
Swim gear and a towel (if you’re dipping!)
A curious mind and an open attitude

Disclaimers: This event is for remote and hybrid employees
photos and videos may be taken for social media purposes

Contact Gavin for more information Gavin@ludgate.ie

HR and Health & Safety Workshop for Business Owners
2025-06-24 08:45 - 12:30 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
This informative session will include key topics for employers, including a discussion on Pension Auto-Enrolment.
Join Ludgate and Peninsula for an expert-led workshop designed to help business owners stay compliant and confident in HR and Health & Safety practices.
Why attend?
✔️ Key legislative updates (Sick Pay, Pensions, Gender Pay Gap)
✔️ WRC & HSA inspection prep
✔️ 1:1 contract or risk assessment review
✔️ Interactive quiz & risk checklist

SAVE THE DATE IWD 2025
2025-03-07 18:30 - 21:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
Join us for International Women’s Day 2025 as we #ACCELERATE ACTION in health, nutrition, and skincare!

More information to follow…

B2B Lead Generation - with Dr Maria Coakley
2025-02-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
B2B Lead Generation – with Dr Maria Coakley
A Skillnet Innovation Exchange event. Designed for business professionals, sales teams, and entrepreneurs, this session will equip you with actionable strategies to identify and convert high-value leads into loyal customers.
What You’ll Learn:

Proven methods to attract and qualify B2B leads.
Tools and techniques for building a consistent sales pipeline.
Crafting messages that resonate with your target audience.

Dr. Maria Coakley, a renowned expert in sales and business development, brings years of experience in helping businesses grow and succeed. Whether you’re a startup or an established company, this workshop will provide insights to supercharge your lead generation efforts.
Who Should Attend?

Business owners
Sales and marketing professionals
Entrepreneurs

Cost: Free

You and Your Money – Free Guide to Better Finances (Every Thursday)
2024-11-14 10:00 - 2024-12-05 14:00 | Ludgate
In partnership with Cork ETB, we’re excited to offer You and Your Money, a free 4-week, in-person programme designed to help you feel confident managing your money. Whether you want to learn how to budget better, understand your payslips, or plan for life’s financial challenges, this programme is for you. No complicated jargon—just easy-to-understand advice and practical tips you can use every day!
Programme Details:

Session 1: November 14 – Get Started with Your Personal Finances
Session 2: November 21 – Smart Budgeting & Money Matters
Session 3: November 28 – Demystifying Payslips, Tax, & PRSI
Session 4: December 5 – Crisis Planning & Future-Proofing

Dates: Every Thursday, starting November 14th Time: 10 am – 12 pm (Lunch included!) Location: Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen.
This is a welcoming, supportive environment open to everyone in the community. Spaces are limited, so sign up today!
Register
With special thanks to all collaborators on this programme for their valuable contributions and time, including AIB, Business IQ, Citizens Information Services, MABS, Access Credit Union and the Skibbereen Family Resource Centre.

Skillnet Innovation Exchange: Scale-Up Roadshow, Navigating Business Growth
2024-11-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
What to Expect:
Gain valuable insights from industry experts on the key areas critical to business growth. Topics will cover:

Key Business Supports: Discover the resources available to help your business thrive.
Strategies for Success: Learn proven strategies to drive sustainable growth.
Driving Innovation: Explore how to foster a culture of innovation within your organization.

Network Partners:

Azets: Specialists in accounting and business advisory services.
OBH Partners: Experts in legal advisory, offering comprehensive legal solutions.
Briffa: Briffa is a specialists intellectual property rights law firm with offices in Ireland and the UK

Why Attend?
Whether you’re at the early stages of scaling your business or looking to accelerate growth, this roadshow provides a unique opportunity to connect with experts, gain practical advice, and network with like-minded professionals.
Registration:
Reserve your spot now for this insightful event at the Ludgate Hub. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!

The Practical AI roadmap: Impactful Business Transformation
2024-11-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
As a business leader, you have many responsibilities. AI is a hot topic, but it’s not always clear what’s real and what’s just hype. How can you tell what’s actually impactful for your business and how do you adopt it?
Robert O’Shaughnessy is a seasoned technology executive and AI consultant who has guided numerous companies through successful AI adoption. Creating solutions for Fortune 500 clients like Cisco, Porsche, Schneider Electric, and CrossFit and through
the founding and acquisition of his own venture-backed startup — he has witnessed first hand the potential and pitfalls of AI projects across various business functions.
This concise session focuses on actionable steps to adopting and leveraging AI in yourbusiness. Rob provides a framework for identifying high-impact AI use cases, avoiding common implementation pitfalls, and maximizing ROI.
Key topics include:
• The surprising AI metric most leaders are ignoring
• Cultivating an AI-empowered organizational mindset
• Establishing ROI and finding quick wins
• Steps to adoption
Whether you’re just starting your AI journey or looking to refine your existing strategy,
this webinar offers practical insights to help you leverage AI as a true business
accelerator.
Register here

B2B Consultative Selling Process Step by Step - led by Dr Maria Coakley
2024-10-23 10:00 - 14:30 | Culture Co Working – Cork City, 2 Connell Street, Cork, T12 WF82, Ireland
About this event @ Culture Co Working, Cork city.

A customer oriented B2B (business to business) sales process is a structured series of steps that sales professionals follow to acquire new business clients and generate revenue.
The value of a sales process for SMEs lies in its ability to implement best practice, drive efficiency, consistency, and effectiveness in sales efforts, to lead to increased revenue, improved customer relationships, and sustainable and scalable growth.
In this workshop hosted by our friends at Culture Co Working in Cork City, participants will explore these steps and how they may apply them to their own businesses.
This session led by Dr Maria Coakley will:
• be interactive and designed to provide an energised and focused peer-to-peer problem-solving learning environment to allow participants to actively engage with B2B Consultative Selling concepts.
• be learner-centred and focus on participants learning by doing and developing practical skills and ideas to help refine their understanding of B2B consultative Selling.
• involve peer-to-peer class discussions and active participant engagement to maximise the experience of existing business, industry and entrepreneurial expertise in the room.
• include activity learning and role-plays to practice using the ideas, skills, and techniques.
Content Focus:
• The value of a repeatable sales process for your business
• Develop a B2B sales process step by step.
• Sales enablement tools for each stage of the journey
• What is consultative selling?
• Let’s practice consultative selling skills?
• Using technology to support the process

B2B Sales Strategizing for Success - led by Dr Maria Coakley
2024-07-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
Location : Ludgate, Old Bakery, Townshend Street Skibbereen P81T324
Led by Dr Maria Coakley, a renowned lecturer, SME mentor, and business development adviser, this half-day workshop will delve into crafting a successful sales strategy. It’s an ideal opportunity for professionals keen on refining their organisation’s approach to sales in a dynamic and supportive setting.
Topics covered:
– What is sales strategy?
– Harnessing business intelligence for advantage and opportunity
– Segmentation in the marketplace to specialise and grow.
– Developing a differentiated value/positioning statement
– Routes to market/sales channels
– Maximising channel and strategic partnerships
– Communication channels for demand generation
– Developing a sales process aligned to the buyer’s journey.
– Performance Management
– Resourcing your sales operation
– Key Takeaways for your business

West Cork Laneways Art Project
2024-07-26 08:00 - 2024-07-27 17:00 | Cork
West Cork Laneways Art Project
Applications are now closed

We are thrilled to announce our partnership with the Skibbereen Arts Festival to bring you an exhilarating new Street Art Competition! Whether you’re a muralist, an urban street artist, or someone who loves to create large-scale wall art, this competition is designed for you.
Participants will have the chance to showcase their talents and vie for a fantastic range of prizes, including 2x €1000 cash prizes, Ludgate Residencies, hampers and much more. There will be two winners, one chosen for their work on the Ludgate Wall and another for their creation on the Horse and Hound Wall.
The competition will kick off on Friday, July 26th, and artists will have 48 hours to complete their masterpieces. This promises to be a fun and engaging event, full of creativity and community spirit. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this vibrant celebration of street art!

You can apply for both or choose one of the following

EcoTech 2024 - Innovating for Tomorrow's Sustainable Future
2024-05-13 08:30 - 16:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
EcoTech 2024: Innovating for Tomorrow’s Sustainable Future
At EcoTech 2024, we’re bringing together pioneers, innovators, and thought leaders in technology and sustainability to explore how innovation can drive positive change for our planet and future generations.
This is more than just a conference; it’s a platform for collaboration, inspiration, and action. Through engaging keynotes, thought-provoking panel discussions, lightning talks, and fireside chats, we’ll delve into the latest technological advancements and their potential to shape a more sustainable future. EcoTech 2024 will showcase the groundbreaking innovations that are paving the way towards a greener, more equitable world.
Event Highlights:
Keynote Addresses: Gain insights from industry leaders and policymakers as they discuss the innovations shaping sustainable futures and driving impactful change.
Panel Discussions: Engage in in-depth discussions on technology solutions for a climate-neutral future, the pivotal role of research in sustainable innovation, navigating the funding landscape, and more
Lightning Talks: Explore emerging technologies showcased by West Cork-based businesses and their vision for a sustainable Ireland and beyond.
Networking Opportunities: Forge valuable connections with fellow attendees, industry experts, investors, and potential collaborators during dedicated networking breaks and over lunch.
Why Attend?
EcoTech 2024 is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about leveraging technology for positive change. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, sustainability advocate, entrepreneur, SME, policymaker, or investor, EcoTech 2024 offers invaluable opportunities to learn, network, and collaborate with like-minded individuals who are committed to building a better tomorrow.
Early Bird Ticket €20

Agenda

08:30 – 09:45
Registrations & Light Breakfast Bites

10:00 – 10:25
Opening Remarks | Ireland’s Position in a Sustainable Future

10:30 – 10:55
Keynote Address | Towards Tomorrow: Innovations Shaping Sustainable Futures

11:00 – 12:00
Panel | Technology Solutions for a Climate Neutral Future

12:00 – 12:45
Networking lunch

12:45 – 13:15
Keynote | Empowering Change: Businesses Leading the Charge in Sustainability

13:15 – 13:45
Lightning Talks | Sustainable West Cork – Local Business solving Global issues

13:45 – 14:25
Panel | Catalysts of Change: Unveiling the Crucial Role of Research

14:30 – 14:45
Networking Coffee Break

14:45 – 15:15
Fireside Chat | Sustainable Living in a Modern World

15:15 – 16:00
Panel | Green Capital: Navigating the Investment Landscape

Seminar: A Journey into Art, Science and Outer Space
2024-04-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
A Journey into Art, Science and Outer Space
Join us for an exciting event at Ludgate where you’ll be taken on a journey beyond this world! It is our privilege to be hosting Aoife van Linden Tol as she passes through West Cork. As a world renowned artist, she brings a wealth of experience, stories and captivates audiences of all ages. Her work is at the nexus of Art and Science, and this seminar will not disappoint. We invite you to join us after the seminar for a cup of tea and a chat in good old West Cork style, encouraging creative discussion, exploration and collaborations!
What to expect:
In this seminar Aoife offers a window into her award winning multi-disciplinary practice. She presents a selection of projects which exemplify her exciting journey through arts and science on Earth and in outer space. Aoife has worked with the European Space Agency to create huge explosive performances, her art has flown on the International Space Station and she has even worked with Star Wars!
Aoife van Linden Tol
Aoife van Linden Tol FRSA is an award winning multi-disciplinary artist working at the nexus of art, science and technology. Specialising in explosives she has fused her interests in nature, and outer space. She creates abstract works which often examine concepts of time, density and matter as well as deep human emotions and motivations. Aoife has a Master of Science in Space Studies from the International Space University and a Bachelor in Art and Design from Central St Martin’s. Aoife was Artist in residence at the European Space Agency in 2016/17. Her artwork Copper Cosmos flew aboard the International Space Station in 2023.
www.aoifevanlindentol.com

Creative Destruction Masterclass
2024-04-09 13:00 - 17:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
Creative Destruction Masterclass
Join us for an exciting event at Ludgate where you’ll learn all about the art of Creative Destruction with the award winning international artist Aoife van Linden Tol.
Aoife shares philosophies and methodologies from her multidisciplinary practice which includes working with explosives and pyrotechnics. She shares powerful learnings from pivotal projects which have shaped her art career. Expect to get your hands dirty as you experiment with transforming objects using destructive methods to create an artwork.
Aoife van Linden Tol
Aoife van Linden Tol FRSA is an award winning multi-disciplinary artist working at the nexus of art, science and technology. Specialising in explosives she has fused her interests in nature, and outer space. She creates abstract works which often examine concepts of time, density and matter as well as deep human emotions and motivations. Aoife has a Master of Science in Space Studies from the International Space University and a Bachelor in Art and Design from Central St Martin’s. Aoife was Artist in residence at the European Space Agency in 2016/17. Her artwork Copper Cosmos flew aboard the International Space Station in 2023.
www.aoifevanlindentol.com

Ahead of the Curve: Sustainability Opportunities for SMEs
2024-03-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
Embrace the future of business sustainability with ‘Ahead of the Curve: Sustainability Opportunities for SMEs’. As the world moves towards a net-zero economy, businesses face evolving challenges and opportunities.
David Williamson from Ireland’s Knowledge Centre for Carbon, Climate, and Community Action (IKC3) offers a comprehensive introduction to sustainability planning and explores the burgeoning opportunities for SMEs.
Through engaging presentations, including a case study from AIB, interactive breakout discussions, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain invaluable insights, share best practices, and chart a course for sustainable success.
Discover the potential opportunities for your business with the Skillnet Innovation Exchange.Don’t miss this chance to stay ahead of the curve and position your business for a sustainable future.
Register Here

Target Circular - Strategic Entrepreneur Programme
2024-01-23 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
Is your business at a crossroads or at a very early stage?
Are you considering making a major business decision?
Are you considering making your business more sustainable?
If the answer to any of these questions is yes, the Strategic Entrepreneur Programme may be for you. This first running of the program is free to participants and fosters strategic thinking, assumption validation and decision-making skills using novel effective evidence-based tools recently proven to increase entrepreneurial success.
We are interested in applications from all currently trading businesses, in particular those with an interest in sustainability.
Apply here

Tea and Tech
2023-10-06 11:00 - 12:30 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
Tea & Tech is a free course which will help develop skills in using a personal computer & other current technologies such as mobile phone/iPad.
Enjoy learning the basics about technology in a casual and friendly atmosphere.
Details

12 week course
1 day a week – (Friday Mornings)
11am to 12:30ish

Fill the form HERE to sign up. You can also email us on info@ludgate.ie or call 087 190 4174 to sign up.

Launchpad - Female Returnee Programme
2023-09-25 - 2023-12-21 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
Launchpad empowers women who wish to rebuild their confidence, develop professional skills & re-enter the workforce.

Ludgate and Cork ETB bring you a programme to launch your career comeback.
Ludgate’s Launchpad Female Returnee Programme is back for 2023 to support women in West Cork who wish to return to work and take the next steps in their career journey. This will be done through a bespoke programme designed to develop appropriate professional skills, improve digital literacy, rebuild career confidence and ultimately support you to re-enter the workforce.
Over 12 weeks, Launchpad delivers tailored reskilling, coaching and mentoring programme for women who are ready to get back to their careers. The content is designed for the specific challenges faced by women returnees in rural areas of Ireland.

Course Modules
This programme will concentrate on a range of modules which are designed to make your journey back to the workforce as seamless as possible, including:

Digital Skills – Microsoft Office Suite & Google (Drive, Docs & Sheets)
CV building and Interview skills
Marketing techniques
Motivation and Goal-setting
Career planning and Communication
Personal branding and Social media
Networking and navigating the rural / remote jobs landscapes
Further training and start your own business taster

Course Duration
This12 week course runs from September to December 2023. Each workshop is on Thursday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Applications
We are taking applications from May 16th until Friday 29th July.

Last Years Programme
ReIgnite was Launchpad’s 2022 pilot programme. 14 women took part in the 3 month coaching, reskilling and mentoring course . Ludgate was delighted with the success of the programme, which received positive feedback from the participants and the wider business community. Since completing the course, many of the women have returned to work, identified further training opportunities, or started their own business.

The programme is open to everyone. If you’re not ready to apply just yet and would like to find out more please contact Rose on info@ludgate.ie or call us on 0871904174. We would love to hear from you.
#BackedbyAIB #Ludgate #CETB
Exact Dates TBC

Tech PR Insights: Scaling Strategies for Success
2023-09-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
Tech PR Insights: Scaling Strategies for Success with The Innovation Exchange & Beachhut PR
The Innovation Exchange is delighted to partner with leading tech PR company Beachhut PR to deliver an exciting event: Tech PR Insights: Scaling Strategies for Success.
As your business expands, so does the importance of actively promoting it through interviews, press briefings and more. For many tech companies, mastering this skillset might seem distant from their everyday operations.
Join us to gain valuable insights on developing your PR strategy as you scale. Learn the industry do’s and don’t from experts and gain insights from Pat Phelan as they share their experiences. This session aims to equip you with the essential knowledge to effectively promote your business and achieve the recognition it deserves. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your PR game!

Ludgate Hub, Skibbereen, Co Cork:
o Date :19th September
o Time: 2pm – 4pm
o Location: Ludgate Hub, Skibbereen, Co Cork:
o Register here:

Agenda
 The Innovation Exchange Welcome: Sinead O’Riordan
 PR101: Paul Hayes, CEO and Founder Beachhut PR. Paul will be joined by Andie Cooper/Ross O’Leary, Beachhut PR
 Fireside Chat: Moderated by Niall McLoughlin, Managing Director Beachhut PR with Keynote Speaker: Pat Phelan,
 Q & A

Meet the experts
Paul Hayes
CEO Beachhut PR
The Founder and CEO of Beachhut, Paul Hayes drives strategy for a wide variety of industry leaders across multiple verticals and geographies. He also works with founders and CEOs on all aspects of their strategic communication from fundraising to IPO.
Paul’s experience in technology communications is unparalleled. He has developed the messaging for many early Irish tech success stories from gaming to fintech to urban mobility and health tech. He is an accomplished host and developer of many technology events globally as well as being the originator of Flounders, the legendary club for failed founders.

Niall McLoughlin
Managing Director, Beachhut PR
Niall has been a leader in both the Communications and Non- profit sector for over 20 years. He began his career in Fleishman Hillard, prior to setting up his own PR consultancy, Ross Communications. Transitioning into the Non-profit sector, Niall used his entrepreneurial and commercial skills to drive growth in both Irish and international organisations.
As CEO of the Irish Youth Foundation, he collaborated with some of Ireland’s top Blue Chip companies delivering best in class CSR campaigns and events. Most recently he was CEO of World Vision Ireland, part of the world’s largest NGO. Niall is a creative and strategic thinker motivated by values/mission, high standards and committed to getting results.

Ross O’Leary
Senior Account Manager, Beachhut PR
Ross is a public relations and strategic communications expert, and has worked with start-ups, governments, Nasdaq-listed corporations, fintech, healthtech, financial services, and aviation organisations across EMEA and the Americas. Ross joined Beachhut from Wachsman, a global communications consultancy, where as Consultant, he provided strategic advisory and international PR services for emerging tech companies. Ross holds a BA in Economics and History from University College Dublin and a Masters in American Politics and Foreign Policy from the Clinton Institute of American Studies at University College Dublin.

Meet our keynote speaker
Pat Phelan, Sisu Clinic
The Cork native began his entrepreneurial career when he started a roaming business called MaxRoam which in time morphed into internet of things player Cubic Telecom, which counts Audi among its investors and drives the digital connectivity of brands like Volkswagen, Woolworths and Skoda, to name a few.
It was during his second big exit – anti-fraud start-up Trustev, which was acquired by TransUnion in 2005 for $44m – that Phelan became a household name in Cork and globally, showing that a local boy can become a global player through gritty hard work and determination.
With Pat’s latest project, Sisu Clinic, he serves as CEO and co-founder; Sisu Clinic is a doctor-led cosmetic medicine destination offering a comprehensive range of advanced beauty treatments—including botox, dermal fillers, skin boosters, thread lifts, and more.
With 24 clinics globally, Sisu is committed to administering a human centric, empathic approach to care when administering bespoke, nonsurgical treatments based on patients; unique needs, desires and individual physiology.

LEGO@Ludgate Robotics Summer Camp 2
2023-07-17 - 2023-07-21 | Gaelscoil Skibbereen, Gaelscoil Dr. Uí Shúilleabháin, Skibbereen.Dr Ui Shuileabhain, Skibbereen, Cork, P81 HY67, cork, P81 HY67, Ireland
Ludgate Education and CoderDojo Skibbereen are excited to run two LEGO Robotic Camps this July.
The Ludgate Education Robotics camps are ideal for children who love learning by doing. The camps will encourage children to engage their natural curiosity and creativity. We will provide all the materials for building cool and exciting robots; all you need to bring is your imagination and enthusiasm.
Located at the Gaelscoil, Skibbereen, the camps have been designed to inspire and develop Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths (STEAM) skills through a wide range of hands on, engaging activities.
The camps will be led by highly trained, garda-vetted leaders.
Camp Ages
– Junior Robotics – for 8 – 12 year olds using LEGO Education WeDo 2.0/ iPads
– Senior Creative – for 10-14 year olds using LEGO Education WeDo 2.0/ EV3/ iPads
Camp Hours
Monday to Friday,10:00am to 12:00pm
Get Tickets Here

LEGO@Ludgate Robotics Summer Camp 1
2023-07-10 - 2023-07-14 | Gaelscoil Skibbereen, Gaelscoil Dr. Uí Shúilleabháin, Skibbereen.Dr Ui Shuileabhain, Skibbereen, Cork, P81 HY67, cork, P81 HY67, Ireland
Ludgate Education and CoderDojo Skibbereen are excited to run two LEGO Robotic Camps this July.
The Ludgate Education Robotics camps are ideal for children who love learning by doing. The camps will encourage children to engage their natural curiosity and creativity. We will provide all the materials for
building cool and exciting robots; all you need to bring is your imagination and enthusiasm.
Located at the Gaelscoil, Skibbereen, the camps have been designed to inspire and develop Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths (STEAM) skills through a wide range of hands on, engaging activities.
The camps will be led by highly trained, garda-vetted leaders.

Camp Ages
– Junior Robotics: for 8 – 12 year olds using LEGO Education WeDo 2.0/ iPads
– Senior Creative: for 10 -14 year olds using LEGO Education WeDo 2.0/ EV3/ iPads

Camp Hours
Monday to Friday,10:00am to 12:00pm

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First Fridays for Startups
2023-07-07 09:30 - 15:45 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
This July First Fridays for Startups comes to you live from Skibbereen in west Cork’s Ludgate Hub.

Find out more about our First Fridays event and register to attend here

Grow Remote West Cork - Lunch@Ludgate
2023-05-16 13:30 - 14:30 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
Join us at Ludgate hub and meet the team at Ludgate, Grow Remote and other members of the remote working community based here in West Cork.
Ireland has a thriving community of remote workers. Grow Remote aims to promote remote working so people can live, work and participate locally. The Skibbereen and West Cork chapters are the most active nationally.
Join us for lunch at Ludgate Hub to meet, network and connect with other remote workers living in the area.
Getting involved with a local Grow Remote Chapter is a great way for individuals & communities to:
1 – Connect with others socially ?
2 – Create employment locally ?
3 – Repopulate local areas ?
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Hub Showcase Open Day
2023-04-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
On SHOWCASE Day 2023 the Connected Hubs network will put on display the incredible variety and regional diversity of the national hub network with a focus on promoting why their hub and locality are great places for investment, innovation driven enterprises and remote workers. This open day is taking place in support of the Government’s national campaign promoting Remote Work.
As part of this national initiative Ludgate Hub is running an Open day providing tours to enable people to see what’s on offer
Our Showcase Day Initiative is ideal for:

Local businesses
Remote workers
Community groups
Businesses looking for private offices
Coworkers for our shared hot desk space

The Innovation Exchange - Ludgate Regional Launch Event (invite only)
2023-04-24 | Cork
Skillnet Ireland is delighted to partner on The Innovation Exchange with Ludgate Hub in Skibbereen, Co Cork . The Innovation Exchange is Ireland’s innovation marketplace connecting large companies facing digital transformation challenges with technology companies that can fast-track the solution.
With an investment of €5m the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, and Science, Simon Harris T.D. , launched The Innovation Exchange. It aims to support more than 300 Irish SMEs in 2022 through exposure to large multinationals. This programme connects large businesses facing digital and innovation challenges with ambitious SMEs that can fast-track solutions, creating an innovation marketplace.
Large corporates get access to Ireland’s most talented solutions providers and to collaborations that accelerate digital transformation.
Scaling technology companies get an instant sales pipeline as well as access to key decision makers, market intelligence and the capability to sell to large corporates.
Please email mary@ludgate.ie if you would like to attend.

We are what we do: Nutrition, HRT and Women's Health
2023-03-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Ludgate Hub, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
We are delighted to invite you all to our We are what we do: Nutrition, HRT and Women’s Health. We will be joined by Professor Anne Marie Minihane over zoom for the talk and Q&A.
This informal chat will consider what we mean by the term ‘health’, and whether as individuals we pay enough attention to our health, which is our greatest asset.
Our lifestyle has a large impact on our physical, mental and social well-being throughout life. We will focus on the menopause and women’s health, and the role of HRT and nutrition during the menopausal transition and as modulators of long term well-being.
Always remember for behaviour change, some is better than none and more is better than less. Perfection is not needed!
Finally we will briefly consider actions we can take as individuals or as groups and organisations to provide us with the opportunity, capability and motivation to adopt more healthful behaviours.
If you have any questions on the topic of menopause, nutrition, HRT or general health please feel free to ask.(There is no such thing as a stupid question)
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