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Funding Advisory Service Workshop - Dublin
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Date:Tuesday 3rd November 2026, 8:30am - 11am
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Location:Mobius, Grant Thornton, Dublin 2
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Price:FREE
Are you an established company in Ireland seeking to grow your business and in need of funding?
Our Funding Advisory Service is aimed at SMEs looking for new or alternative sources of funding to support business growth.
This workshop, delivered by Grant Thornton on behalf of InterTradeIreland, will provide an overview of the current funding landscape and introduce attendees to a range of active funders. Participants will gain insights into how funding decisions are made, hear directly from funding providers and receive practical advice on preparing their business for funding.
The event will also feature an interview with Cathal Conaty, Managing Director of Conaty Catering, discussing how he has developed and grown his business, alongside panel discussions and opportunities to network directly with funders.
Workshop Agenda
| Agenda | Speaker |
|---|---|
| 8.30am - Refreshments | |
| Introduction | Gary Stokes, InterTradeIreland |
| Funding Landscape and Active Funders | Ken Brady, Director, GT Deal Advisory |
Panel Discussion with funders from:
| Moderated by Ken Brady, Director, GT Deal Advisory |
Interview with:
| Michael Neary, Partner, GT Deal Advisory |
Panel Discussion with:
| Moderated by Michael Neary, Partner, GT Deal Advisory |
| Closing Remarks | Gary Stokes, InterTradeIreland |
Key Benefits of Attending
- Gain an overview of the current funding landscape, including active funders.
- Understand how funding providers make decisions and the types of SMEs they have supported.
- Receive practical advice on preparing your business for funding.
- Hear firsthand how Conaty Catering has developed and grown its business.
- Meet funding providers and share experiences through interactive discussions and networking opportunities.