Ludgate

Work local, Support Local
2022-11-25 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Ludgate Hybrid Event, Townshend Street, Skibbereen, Cork, PE81T324, Ireland
Work Local, Support Local – Connecting remote workers with the wonderful local businesses in our communities.
Join us at Ludgate Hub to hear from Clonakilty, Skibbereen, Dunmanway & Bantry Chambers. They’ll inform us about what is happening in each area over the Christmas period.
This will provide a great opportunity to meet, not only with other remote workers , but also the business people at the heart of our communities.
Everyone welcome, we hope you can make it.

Giving small business the Digital Edge
2022-11-16 12:00 - 14:00 | The Ludgate Hub, The Old bakery, Townshend St., Skibbereen, cork, P81 T324, Ireland
Small businesses need to maximise every advantage – and implementing a digital strategy can give businesses a real edge.
About this event
As part of Ludgate Hub’s participation in Ireland’s inaugural #digitalfirstday we are delighted to welcome Mr. Kevin Curran from the Local Enterprise Office to Ludgate. He will speak about supports available to business through the LEO.
From optimising processes to delivering a seamless digital customer experience, the aim is to help businesses prepare and implement a plan for the adoption of digital tools and techniques across the business.
Everyone is very welcome to attend. There will be an informal networking lunch after the event, a great chance to meet with members of the business community and the Local Enterprise Office.
#digitalfirstday is a national initiative supported by funding from the Department of Rural & Community Development’s ARISE fund.
Schedule

12pm – 1pm – Kevin Curran Local Enterprise Office
1pm – 2pm – Networking lunch at Ludgate

Ludgate Propeller Series: Company Structures with FitzGerald Legal
2022-11-10 08:15 - 10:00 | The Ludgate Hub, The Old bakery, Townshend St., Skibbereen, cork, P81 T324, Ireland
Ludgate is delighted to host FitzGerald Legal & Advisory LLP for episode 8 of our Start-up Propeller Series.
About this event
Attend at The Ludgate Hub or join online for episode 8 in our startup propeller series.
During this 45 minute interactive workshop we will hear from David Swinburne, Advisory Partner at FitzGerald Legal & Advisory LLP.
This event will cover…

Company Set up structures.
Financial considerations and tips as you grow your business.
Key employment matters to be aware of.

This event will appeal to those that are starting or considering their own business. It will also also appeal to those that have commenced trading and they need additional knowledge around the above areas.
This is a hybrid event whereby we are inviting members of the community into Ludgate to view the event. We also invite people to register to attend virtually. We encourage participants to ask questions on the day through chat.
Schedule

8:30 – light breakfast & networking
9:15 – event commencing (in person & online)

We hope to see you there.

FARM OF THE FUTURE - AgriTech Day 2022
2022-10-27 | Cork
Ludgate are excited to introduce the 2022 Annual Agri Event in association with AIB.
As part of this year’s “Farm of The Future 2022” we bring you AgriTech Day on 27th of October. This will follow Agri Ideation Day on 26th of October. Please feel free to sign up for both events, or just join us for 1.
About AgriTech Day
AgriTech day will run on Thursday 27th of October. The event will be a hybrid event where attendees can join us in person or online.

Ludgate’s annual Agri event aims to identify the opportunities and innovations within the Agriculture industry, looking at current challenges and focusing on the positive future of Agriculture in Ireland. We will bring together top rated Panellists and Speakers to discuss the significant challenges and opportunities at farm level whilst emphasizing how businesses can ensure farmers are environmentally and economically sustainable. The benefits of adopting Innovative Agri tech in order to adapt and adopt sustainable business strategies are forever prevalent and highly topical attracting a national and international audience.
This years event will focus initially on the AgriTech landscape giving you up to date information on who’s who and what’s happening across Irelands Agri tech eco system from new technologies emerging to education programmes that can really propel start ups, to the funders that can help Agri Tech Companies grow in the right direction and access markets beyond that of Ireland.

Event Moderator: Sean Mahon, Managing Director, Southern Star Media

The AgriTech Eco System Overview

Kieran O Donoghue, Agri Cluster manager, MTU.
Fiona Ryan, Start Up & Entrepreneurship manager, The Ludgate Hub.

Meet innovative AgriTech Founders

Desmond Savage – Founder of Moonsyst
Fiona Edwards Murphy – CEO and Co-founder of ApisProtect.
Jack & Nick Cotter – Founders of Cotter Agritech

Meet the Funders

Kevin Curran, Head of Enterprise LEO.
James Maloney Enterprise Ireland

More speakers announced soon…
After Lunch we will have one further panel discussion on Succession and diversification within the farming sector hearing from:

Thomas Curran, Head of Advisory Services at Teagasc
Declan Collins, Young progressive Farmer
Neil Collins, Farmer
Amy Dunphy, Young progressive Farmer

As part of this panel discussion we will hear from Thomas Curran of Teagasc on the important factors to consider as a Farmer to build a successful land succession plan from planning early, who to communicate with and the professionals available to guide you in the right direction.
Fellow panellists Neil, Declan and Amy will speak of their own paths to farming. Father son duo Neil and Declan Collins will speak about future generations farming the land. Amy Dunphy who has chosen Farming as a career despite not being from an Agricultural background will identify what we can do to ensure more young people see farming the land as a viable career opportunity.
Please register today and don’t miss out on what is sure to be an informative and interactive event.
Please note: If attending virtually, a link will be provided in advance through the email used to sign up.

We would to thank all sponsors of Farm of The Future for their support and assistance.

FARM OF THE FUTURE - Ideation Day
2022-10-26 09:00 - 16:00 | Shinagh Farm, Shinagh Estates Dairy Farm, Shinagh, Bandon, Co. Cork, cork, Ireland
Join Ludgate, AgTech UCD and MTU Kerry for a day of Agri ideation at Carberys newly renovated Visitor Center on the Zero C Farm at Shinagh, Bandon
This day-long event will bring together people who can identify challenges facing the Agriculture sector at the present. Those challenges can be vast and varied. Through our facilitator and team based exercises the challenges identified will be discussed and methodologies applied for the creation of a robust solution. The solutions will then be presented before our team of judges and a price will be awarded to the winner.
Who can attend: Farm of the Future Innovation Challenge is open to participants working in the agri/food sector, the farming community, second and third level students, academics and anyone who has an interest in innovation and problem solving.
What if I don’t have a challenge: Don’t worry, we will match you with a challenge on the day. You will get to experience how ideation works to create robust solutions which can evolve to a business in the future.
Can I join alone?
Yes you can, and we will match you with other participants on the day. Alternatively if you would like to attend as a team and your business or class have a specific challenge to be worked on we would be happy to see you on the day.
What will happen during the workshop?
The Ideation Workshop will run from 9am – 4pm
You will first enjoy some short and fun team-building activities to connect with your team, and then go through various steps in order to mature/rethink your team challenge. You will be supported by our team of facilitators who will help you go through each of the following steps:

Which challenge is your idea solving?
Exploring: why does this problem exist?
Analysing existing solutions
Rephrasing the problem
Finally, build an awesome pitch for your presentation to the Judges

Refreshments will be provided throughout the day.
This event is Free to attend.

Business & Innovation with the Welsh Government
2022-10-11 09:00 - 09:45 | Ludgate Virtual Event, Ireland
Ludgate is delighted to have John O’Loughlin as a speaker in the Ludgate Propeller series. John is “Head of Trade and Investment” for Welsh Gov’t in Ireland. They aim to create pathways for international investors and Welsh exporters by unlocking knowledge, connections and opportunities in Ireland and Wales.
The Welsh Government in Ireland is tasked with helping Irish companies bring their high quality investments to Wales.
This event is Virtual and free to attend. Over the course of the event we will explore the supports available to businesses to expand into the Welsh market, funding sources available to businesses. Networks and communities that businesses should explore in order to grow business. The prevalent industry sectors in Wales and the Agencies available to help you succeed.
This 45 minute online workshop will allow attendees to engage and pose their questions. Be sure to register.

Southern Star WEST CORK FARMING AWARDS 2022
2022-10-07 | The Celtic Ross, Celtic Ross hotel, cork, P85 WF86, Ireland
We are delighted to be a sponsor for the West Cork Farming Awards 2022.

“West Cork is renowned for its farming culture and exceptional quality produce and the West Cork Farming Awards, now in their eighth year, champion all that is great about our region’s agricultural sector.
The vital work of farming and agri-business never stops and that’s why once again we want to recognise and celebrate the endeavours and achievements of dedicated people across West Cork farming through these awards. – The Southern Star

All finalists, together with their families, will be invited to a gala awards ceremony at the Celtic Ross Hotel, Rosscarbery on Friday, October 7th, where category winners will be presented with a specially commissioned trophy and certificate.

Grow Remote West Cork / Fireside chat, Food & Drinks
2022-10-04 06:30 - 20:30 | CECAS Myross Wood House Centre of Excellence for Climate Action and Sustainability P81 Y192 Leap, CECAS Myross Wood House Centre of Excellence for Climate Action and Sustainability, Leap, cork, P81 Y192
Connect with the Grow Remote team during their retreat in West Cork. Join for food, drinks and a fireside chat with local remote employees
Are you interested in remote work?
Do you want to find out about remote job opportunities in your town?
Do you want to contribute to your local community?
Come along in person to meet the Grow Remote team and members of the Grow Remote West Cork chapter.
We will enjoy some food and drinks in the beautiful surroundings of CECAS, the Centre of Excellence for Climate Action and Sustainability in Leap, Co. Cork.
There will be a fireside chat featuring members of the West Cork chapter and the Grow Remote team, discussing the impact remote employment is having on West Cork.
There is limited capacity so please register to reserve your food order. Please also let us know if you have any dietary requirements.

ReIgnite Programme
2022-09-22 08:00 - 2022-12-08 17:00 | The Ludgate Hub, The Old bakery, Townshend St., Skibbereen, cork, P81 T324, Ireland
Reignite Programme: 11 week training course
The Ludgate hub has been announced as 1 of the 6 awardees under Rethink Ireland’s Rural Recovery Fund 2021. The fund was set up to combat the negative effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on rural Ireland.
According to Rethink Ireland, “Economic disadvantage, lack of job and educational opportunities and social isolation are some of the most crucial challenges facing rural Ireland.”
Through the Ludgate Reignite Programme we will support women in West Cork who wish to return to work to rebuild their confidence, develop appropriate professional skills and ultimately support them to re-enter the workforce. We will do this by providing an 11 week tailored training, coaching and mentoring programme followed by a work experience placement. The content is tailored to the specific challenges faced by women returners in rural areas of Ireland. This funding will allow us to run the programme twice, supporting at least 20 women, 70% of whom it is expected will go on to secure employment.
Further details to be confirmed.

Digital Upskill for Businesses - Grow Online
2022-09-20 11:00 - 2022-09-22 12:00 | The Ludgate Hub, The Old bakery, Townshend St., Skibbereen, cork, P81 T324, Ireland
This September Google, Enterprise Ireland and Local Enterprise Office are running free training courses to enhance digital skills.
Course 1: Get Online – Explore how to build your online presence and succeed online. (6th – 8th Sept)
Course 2: Grow Online – Take your business to the next level, reach more customers, and increase online sales. (20th – 22nd Sept)
Ludgate plans to hold streaming mornings of the course where local businesses can come and watch the webinars here in the hub and avail of extra benefits. Alternatively, you attend the courses in your own space. Each course is run over 3 days. You can sign up for both courses if you wish. One 30-40 minute webinar will be shown on each day of the course, starting at 11am. Coffee & Teas will be provided.
In addition, we will have Digital/Online Specialist Plus Promotions onsite to answer any questions you may have. They have kindly offered businesses taking part a free detailed report on your current website, along with a free video call consultation.
Course 2: Grow Online
Take your business to the next level, reach more customers, and increase online sales.
Dates:

Tuesday 20th – 11am
Wednesday 21st- 11am
Thursday 22nd – 11am

For more information on each course please visit https://yourethebusinesslive.withgoogle.com/ , email mary@ludgate.ie or call us on 087 190 4174.
Apply Here

Digital Upskill for Businesses - Get Online
2022-09-06 11:00 - 2022-09-08 12:00 | The Ludgate Hub, The Old bakery, Townshend St., Skibbereen, cork, P81 T324, Ireland
This September Google, Enterprise Ireland and Local Enterprise Office are running free training courses to enhance digital skills.
Course 1: Get Online – Explore how to build your online presence and succeed online. (6th – 8th Sept)
Course 2: Grow Online – Take your business to the next level, reach more customers, and increase online sales. (20th – 22nd Sept)
Ludgate plans to hold streaming mornings of the course where local businesses can come and watch the webinars here in the hub and avail of extra benefits. Alternatively, you attend the courses in your own space. Each course is run over 3 days. You can sign up for both courses if you wish. One 30-40 minute webinar will be shown on each day of the course, starting at 11am. Coffee & Teas will be provided.
In addition, we will have Digital/Online Specialist Plus Promotions onsite to answer any questions you may have. They have kindly offered businesses taking part a free detailed report on your current website, along with a free video call consultation.
Course 1: Get Online
Explore how to build your online presence and succeed online.
Dates:

Tuesday 6th – 11am
Wednesday – 11am
Thursday – 11am

For more information on each course please visit https://yourethebusinesslive.withgoogle.com/ , email mary@ludgate.ie or call us on 087 190 4174.
Apply Here

First Fridays for startups
2022-09-02 | The Ludgate Hub, The Old bakery, Townshend St., Skibbereen, cork, P81 T324, Ireland
This September First Fridays for Startups comes to you live from Ireland’s most connected town Skibbereen and the fabulous surroundings of the Ludgate Hub.
Come join us – In Person or Online!

Ludgate Education BuildIT Summer Camp 2
2022-07-25 10:30 - 2022-07-29 12:30 | Gaelscoil Skibbereen, Gaelscoil Dr. Uí Shúilleabháin, Skibbereen.Dr Ui Shuileabhain, Skibbereen, Cork, P81 HY67, cork, P81 HY67, Ireland
Ludgate Education, in partnership with ESB and Spearline will be hosting a STEAM Summerr camp. From July 25th -29th.
The Ludgate Education BuildIT camp is for the children who can’t stop tinkering with technology, the ones who love learning about nature and how the world works, the kids who love to create, design and build, the children who are mad for science experiments and those who love building with LEGO! These are the boys and girls who have the potential to be great scientists, engineers, programmers and designers!
Ludgate Education BuildIT camps for ages 8 -14
Located in the Gaelscoil; Skibbereen the Ludgate Education camp has been designed to inspire and develop Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths (STEAM) skills through a wide range of hands on, engaging activities.
The camp will help people develop the critical skills they need to meet the challenges of a future in which innovation, originality and the ability to work with others will be vital.
– 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.
When your child attends a Ludgate BuildIT camp, you can be sure that they are learning with some of the leading Irish experts in the field of STEAM education. Your children will have the opportunity to explore subjects and use materials that are not always available at school or at home.
You can also be confident that your children are in the hands of our highly trained, garda-vetted leaders.

Ludgate Education BuildIT Summer Camp 1
2022-07-18 10:30 - 2022-07-22 12:30 | Gaelscoil Skibbereen, Gaelscoil Dr. Uí Shúilleabháin, Skibbereen.Dr Ui Shuileabhain, Skibbereen, Cork, P81 HY67, cork, P81 HY67, Ireland
Ludgate Education, in partnership with ESB and Spearline will be hosting a STEAM Summer camp. From July 18th -22nd.
The Ludgate Education BuildIT camp is for the children who can’t stop tinkering with technology, the ones who love learning about nature and how the world works, the kids who love to create, design and build, the children who are mad for science experiments and those who love building with LEGO! These are the boys and girls who have the potential to be great scientists, engineers, programmers and designers!
Ludgate Education BuildIT camps for ages 8 -14.
Located in the Gaelscoil; Skibbereen the Ludgate Education camp has been designed to inspire and develop Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths (STEAM) skills through a wide range of hands on, engaging activities.
The camp will help people develop the critical skills they need to meet the challenges of a future in which innovation, originality and the ability to work with others will be vital.

Ludgate Start Up, Entrepreneur and SME Breakfast Meet Up
2022-06-21 08:30 - 09:30 | The Ludgate Hub, The Old bakery, Townshend St., Skibbereen, cork, P81 T324, Ireland
Join us for an informal networking breakfast at the Ludgate Hub. Connecting and learning from one another is key for business success.

About this event

Come join entrepreneurs, start-ups, and SMEs to share breakfast together and discuss the start-up process/developing and expanding business.
Our goal is to help start-ups, entrepreneurs and SMEs to connect by creating a friendly environment within which to share knowledge, learnings and expand your connects along the way
You can expect to..

Get to know others and introduce yourself
A great breakfast
Have meaningful conversations
LEARN from other businesses

There are no presentations just friendly chats.

hi-digital Classes
2022-06-09 | The Ludgate Hub, The Old bakery, Townshend St., Skibbereen, cork, P81 T324, Ireland
Digital Skills for Everyday Living
Active Retirement Ireland is proud to support this transformational project that will empower older people to use the internet and computers in their daily lives. The aim is to reach older people and improve digital literacy through delivering a national programme to increase digital literacy.

The Ludgate hub will host a hi-digital class in Skibbereen, West Cork starting on 9th of June. The class will teach basic and essential online skills.

“Discover all the amazing ways digital skills can make a difference in your life”
Find out more by calling 1800 20 30 30 or on www.activeirl.ie (Please note bookings must be made with Active Retirement Ireland)

Proudly supported by Vodafone Ireland Foundation and ALONE.
More information available on Active Retirement Ireland Website linked below.
https://activeirl.ie/hi-digital-skills-classes-schedule/

Cognitive Performance: Insights for the Tech Entrepreneur
2022-05-26 12:30 - 13:15 | Online
Ludgate is delighted to host as part of Tech Fest with IT@Cork Des Golden presenting on Cognitive Performance for the Tech Entrepreneur
Just like a sprinter should understand running mechanics, a knowledge worker should understand how the brain works. Insights can be transformative for both our personal and professional lives. The Knowledge worker is paid to think and solve problems, It stands to reason then that we should come to understand how best to create the conditions for our brain to have more insights . Join Brain-Based Coach, Des Golden for this session on Cognitive Performance where he will help us understand how we can create the conditions for our brain to have more insights that leads to an increase in motivation and an improvement in performance.
Des facilitates leaders, entrepreneurs and Teams from around the world to better performance.
After spending time lecturing in Physical Education and coaching at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain he studied the Neuroscience of Coaching at the Neuro leadership Institute (NLI). He uses the NLI´s Results Coaching System methodology to great effect with his clients.
Des is a mindfulness practitioner and is a qualified health Coach with Precision Nutrition, Canada. He facilitates health and well being seminars and workshops for clients in the UK & Ireland, he is also a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF).

National Workplace Wellbeing - Lunchtime Walk
2022-04-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Lough hyne, 5KM from Skibbereen, Skibbereen, Ireland
Join us to celebrate National Workplace Wellbeing Day 2022. We are meeting at Lough Hyne Pier at 1pm.
Everyone is Welcome!
Hope to see you there!

Ludgate Propeller Series -"Company Formation: What to consider."
2022-04-28 12:30 - 13:15 | The Ludgate Hub, The Old bakery, Townshend St., Skibbereen, cork, P81 T324, Ireland
Ludgate is delighted to host KPMG to provide an overview on company formation, regulatory obligations and taxation requirements.
During this 45 minute interactive workshop we will hear from Stephen Keohane, Partner, Tax KPMG, Aimee O’Regan, Manager, Tax, KPMG and Andrea Sherlock, Director Company Secretarial, KPMG. Over the course of the 45 minutes we will gain insights and knowledge around the following key areas:

Why should a founder incorporate
What are the different forms of business structures that can be registered and associated pros and cons
Private V’s Public Companies
Officers that need to be appointed and their responsibilities
Registers that need to be maintained
Meetings
Annual returns
Enforcement measures
Tax register, Tax returns and tax reliefs

This event will appeal to those that are starting or considering their own business. It will also also appeal to those that have commenced trading and they need additional knowledge around the above areas.
This is a hybrid event whereby we are inviting members of the community into Ludgate to view the event. We also invite people to register to attend virtually. We encourage participants to ask questions on the day through chat.

Ludgate Education BuildIT Easter Camp
2022-04-11 10:30 - 2022-04-14 12:30 | Cork
Ludgate Education, in partnership with ESB and Spearline will be hosting a STEAM Easter camp.
The Ludgate Education BuildIT camp is for the children who can’t stop tinkering with technology, the ones who love learning about nature and how the world works, the kids who love to create, design and build, the children who are mad for science experiments and those who love building with LEGO! These are the boys and girls who have the potential to be great scientists, engineers, programmers and designers!
Ludgate Education BuildIT camps for ages 8 -14.
Located in the Gaelscoil; Skibbereen the Ludgate Education camp has been designed to inspire and develop Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths (STEAM) skills through a wide range of hands on, engaging activities.
The camp will help people develop the critical skills they need to meet the challenges of a future in which innovation, originality and the ability to work with others will be vital.
– 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.
When your child attends a Ludgate BuildIT camp, you can be sure that they are learning with some of the leading Irish experts in the field of STEAM education. Your children will have the opportunity to explore subjects and use materials that are not always available at school or at home.
You can also be confident that your children are in the hands of our highly trained, garda-vetted leaders.

Camp Hours
10:30am to 12:30pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Camp Cost
1 Child: €80.00
2 Children: €150.00

Grow Remote
2022-04-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Ludgate Virtual Event, Ireland
The team at Grow Remote West Cork look forward to seeing you all for the third in our monthly series on April 1st. This will be a remote first event but this month you will also have the option to join us at Ludgate for the event followed by a real coffee! Special guests for you this month as we are joined by Tracy Keogh – Co Founder of Grow Remote and Michael Johnston – Founder and CEO at The Aspen Company.

The Artform of Communication, of imparting news and information.
2022-03-22 12:30 - 13:15 | Virtual & Physcial event, The West Cork Hotel, Skibbereen, Cork, Ireland
The artform of communication, of imparting news and information – And it is an art.
Communication in Business involves relaying information from one source to another to convey a specific message in order to attain a desired reaction or result. Communications strategies and plans therefore focus on delivering messages effectively to obtain specific results.
The success of firms may be based on developing relationships with clients and other key stakeholders. Respect and exceptional customer service go a long way towards maintaining successful relationships. But the ability to clearly, concisely, precisely and effectively communicate with clients and with each other, as well as to understand other people’s ideas and effectively implement them, is paramount to business success.
The evidence of effectively communicating with clients, target clients, media, staff and other audiences is in the results achieved as a direct outcome of the messages communicated.
Our event will focus on the various components of of effective communication such as:

The message
Target Audience
method of dissemination
The reaction
The result

We are incredibly fortunate to be joined by Judy Hopkins of Hopkins Communication to talk us through the various components of an effective business communication strategy.
Judy Hopkins – Company Partner/Owner at Irish integrated marketing communications agency, Hopkins Communications (Network Cork’s PR Partner)
Twenty years ago, Judy Hopkins started out in the PR, Events, Digital Media and Marketing industry working in in-house retail, tourism and technology marketing roles, followed by international marketing agency positions and then on to the family business, Irish integrated marketing communications agency, Hopkins Communications.
Twelve years ago, she introduced Hopkins Communications’ online and digital media offering, and expanded the PR and events offering, while working across all of their other services such as advertising, promotions and experiential marketing, graphic design and more.
Celebrating thirty-two years in business Hopkins Communications works clients including start-ups, to SMEs, to large multinationals.
Judy was recently named ‘Businesswoman of the Month’ by RSVP Live and was also named as one of RSVP Magazine’s ‘Most Influential Cork Women’. Always looking to network, learn and share her knowledge with others, Judy is an active member of the Public Relations Institute of Ireland, Network Ireland – Cork Chapter (where Hopkins Communications is also the PR Partner), Cork Chamber (where she also sits on the Chamber Annual Dinner Task Force) and Cork Business Association. She is also former Chair of the Marketing Institute of Ireland, Cork (and still resides on the committee, with Hopkins Communications being the PR and Communications Partner for the last 10 years) and former Founding Chair of the British and Irish Trading Alliance Cork Chapter, Judy was also a radio host with her show ‘The Business Hour’ on Cork City Community Radio, where she interviewed Cork and Ireland’s top business minds about their journeys through business, including their challenges, highlights, learnings and tips for listeners.
You can see Judy in action, sharing her knowledge on the @hopkinscommunications Instagram account and blog, where she has a series of marketing tips videos called ‘TEA Talks’ where she also chats with guests from the media world. She also works with her digital team on a monthly social media roundup called ‘Spakrs’. For more see www.h-c.ie or follow Hopkins Communications on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

Ludgate Members Spotlight Series Launch
2022-03-14 19:00 | Cork

International Women's Day 2022
2022-03-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Ludgate Virtual Event, Ireland
Join Ludgate to celebrate International Women’s Day on the 9th March at 11am. We have a fantastic line up of speakers who will engage in a panel discussion to discuss the advancements that we have made as women in business over the last number of years and what still needs to be done to continue our efforts.

Imagine a gender equal world.  A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination.  A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive.  A world where difference is valued and celebrated.  Together we can forge women’s equality.  Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.  Individually, we’re all responsible for our own thoughts and actions – all day, every day.  We can break the bias in our communities.  We can break the bias in our workplaces.  We can break the bias in our schools, colleges and universities.  Together, we can all break the bias - on and beyond.

Speakers
Our keynote speakers include Emily Hegarty Olympian Medallist and Holly Cairns local TD.
Emily is a member of the renowned Skibbereen Rowing Club and is a Irish Olympic medallist. In the Toyoko Olympics Emily, together with her team of 4, won the first medal for Irish women’s rowing.
Holly is a West Cork TD and spokesperson for Agriculture, Disability & Social Justice.
Hosts

Hosting the event is Fiona O’Donovan Public Affairs & Communications Executive at Cork Chamber together with Grainne O’Keeffe, Ludgate CEO.

Panel

Fiona Edwards Murphy: CEO and Co-founder of ApisProtect.
Anne Mc Comish: Head of Financial Management & Reporting COO in AIB.
Claire Meskill: Founder of Teleatherapy.
Carol Ho: COO of BaseWorx ❘ 2022 JCI European Development Councillor.
Mairead O’Driscoll: Chartered Accountant and Tax Advisor, Creator of the Tax Nerd.

Grow Remote - West Cork Chapter (series 2)
2022-03-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Cork
Grow Remote ‘West Cork’ will host a virtual coffee morning to discuss remote working in west Cork. Everyone welcome.
We hope you can join us for the second in a monthly series of coffee mornings. Perhaps you are new to the area of west Cork and would like to meet other like minded people? Looking for job opportunities? Maybe you are working remotely or are interested to learn more about it? Would you like to connect with other remote workers locally? Everyone is welcome, we look forward to meeting you all.

"Perfecting your Pitch"
2022-02-24 08:30 - 09:30 | Ludgate Virtual Event, Ireland
As part of our Propeller series we are delivering a 2 part mini series around the Artform of Communication in business:

24th February We will welcome Eamon Curtin of Ignite in UCC to present on this episode. During the 45 minute presentation we will cover the important elements of a pitch and how they can help you become a more professional, confident, and persuasive entrepreneur.
One of the challenges that entrepreneurs face is how to build and perfect their pitch. A pitch needs to be created, presented, reviewed and refined continuously until the right balance is achieved. It is important to consider who you are pitching to, why you are pitching to them and what is the story that you are telling them. It is not always easy to articulate the brand story and value proposition effectively, while keeping audience members (and more importantly, potential investors) engaged and interested.
Each pitch will be different, depending on the audience, but they all incorporate the same fundamentals that play a critical role in how your company is received via your pitch.
Join Fiona Ryan of Ludgate and Eamon Curtin of Ignite, UCC, on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at 8.30am for an interactive session that will make you pitch-perfect and help to elevate your business.

Grow Remote West Cork - Virtual coffee morning
2022-02-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Ludgate Virtual Event, Ireland
Grow Remote West Cork host a coffee morning to discuss the ‘opportunities and challenges’ of remote work in west Cork. Everyone welcome.
We hope you can join us for the first in a monthly series of coffee mornings. Perhaps you are new to the area of west Cork and would like to meet other like minded people? Maybe you are working remotely or are interested to learn more about it? Everyone is welcome, we look forward to meeting you.

Digital Marketing Essentials to Grow Your Business
2022-01-13 08:30 - 09:30 | Ludgate Virtual Event, Ireland
Propeller Series
Episode 2 Digital Marketing Essentials to Grow Your Business with Marie Wiseman

Our online event explores digital marketing best practices, where to start and the free resources available to businesses enabling growth.
About this event

Ludgate is delighted to have Marie Wiseman as our second speaker in the Ludgate Propeller series. Marie is owner and founder of Wiser Marketing, a West Cork based marketing consultancy offering training, advice and practical help in delivering all forms of marketing initiatives, working with micro and small businesses as well as start-ups. Her business was West Cork Branch Winner in the Network Ireland Businesswoman of the Year Awards for 2020 in the Emerging New Business category.

Remote Working Training for admins of BCPs & Hubs-2 Session Advanced Course
2021-12-07 12:30 - 14:30 | Ludgate Virtual Event, Ireland
The Remote Working Training is focused on the training of administrators in Broadband Connection Points (BCPs) and Community Hubs, facilitating remote working in line with government policy. Ludgate will provide virtual training and supports to BCP’s and Community Hubs in Ireland. The training programme is innovative and dynamic and designed to meet the challenges faced in rural Ireland.
The content is novel and specific to the remote working and organisational challenges of BCP’s and community Hubs.
Summary content will include 1. vision, 2. landscape, 3. strategy, 4. business of a hub, 5. management 6. organisational structure 6. financials, 7. services, 8. stakeholder management, 9. marketing and 10. Unique selling points.
The material is based on Ludgate’s journey but also the experience of others. The live virtual classes will be supported by the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) which will contain the recordings of the sessions, further reading material, relevant links, videos and a unique Hub Academy eBook that charts and shares Ludgate’s ‘how to’ and operational manual. A number of relevant templates and resources will also be made available to the participants. If participants are unable to attend the live sessions, a recording of the session will be placed in the LMS.
Who should sign up? The training sessions are aimed at BCP’s and Community Hubs at different stages of their journey and as such separate sessions will be offered for each cohort.
If you are,
• Considering – a community group who is considering starting a BCP or a Community Hub.
• Developing – a community group who is actively developing a BCP or Community Hub.
• Expanding – an existing BCP or Community Hub who is expanding their offering to remote workers.
this training is for you.Depending on demand extra sessions beyond scheduled may by provided.
Outcomes The aims of this training to provide the learner with structured learning opportunities leading to the development of a foundation or intermediate level knowledge, skill and competence in the development of a broadband connection point (BCP) and Community Hub.
After completing this training, you and your team will: • Consider the organisational structure which suits your BCP or Community Hub• Appreciate the links between planning and sustainability, measurement and research conclusions.• Demonstrate understanding of the business requirements of a BCP or a Community Hub• Possess appropriate resources that will help you target your specific market.
Dates For those considering starting a BCP or Community Hub.• Tuesday 9th of November 1230-1430 and repeated• Tuesday 16th of November 1800-2000Total 2-hour session.
For those developing or expanding a BCP or Community Hub.• Tuesday 7th of December 1230-1430and • Tuesday 14th of December 1230-1430Total 4-hour session.
Further information, if required from info@ludgate.ie / 087 1904174

The Changing Face of Agriculture
2021-11-30 11:00 - 13:00 | Virtual & Physcial event, The West Cork Hotel, Skibbereen, Cork, Ireland
Ludgate are excited to introduce the 2021 Annual Agri Event in association with AIB.
With a superb line-up of speakers, this 2 hour virtual and in person event will address CAP, the Climate Action Bill and the Nitrates Directive with top rated Panellists and Speakers to discuss the significant challenges and opportunities at farm level whilst emphasizing how businesses can ensure farmers are environmentally and economically sustainable.
The event will also identify and showcase AgriTech companies who are bringing real solutions to the agriculture farms and businesses. Hear from innovators and early adaptors of some of these technologies and the benefits and challenges of the industry today.
Our Panel and Speakers will discuss the significant challenges and opportunities at farm level whilst emphasizing how businesses can ensure farmers are environmentally and economically sustainable.
Join us online or in person at the West Cork Hotel Skibbereen (limited availability and run in compliance with all Covid Guidelines).

Event MC:

Justin McCarthy, Editor & Chief Executive of the Irish Farmers Journal

Speaker Lineup:

Brendan Gleeson, Secretary General, Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine sharing Government will address CAP, Climate Action Bill and Nitrates Directive – Practical, actionable roadmap and requirements for the the future of Agriculture in Ireland.
Harold Kingston , Farmer, IFA representative and member of Advisory Committee of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will speak to the areas that currently challenge those working in this sector.
Dario Fornara, Principal Scientific Officer – Sustainable Agri-Food Sciences Division, Agri-Food & Biosciences Institute will share his work around soil carbon sequestration in agricultural grasslands

Panel Deirdre de Bhailís, Manager Dingle Hub will introduce a Farm Ambassador programme – a pilot project to increase agricultural sustainability and productivity by supporting farmers through the digital transformation, in partnership with Net Feasa, Teagasc and Kerry Agribusiness

Please note:
For that for those in attending at the West Cork Hotel we will be adhering to guidelines and require facemasks to be worn indoors at all times. Covid Certs will be checked and social distancing will be adhered to.
For those attending virtually a link will be provided in advance through the email used to sign up.
