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  • Trinity Entrepreneurial Society

    27 February 2009
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  • Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs

    The Centre for Women in Science and Engineering Research and

    Trinity Research and Innovation invites you to attend our event:

    Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs

    Date: Friday, 6th March 2009

    Venue: Paccar Theatre, Science Gallery

    Time: 2pm – 5.00pm followed by an Aperitif in the Science Gallery

    The event aims to:

    * Encourage more women to think about innovation and entrepreneurship as a career option;
    * Raise awareness of the potential for growth and development of women-led businesses in Ireland, which in turn is good for the Irish economy;
    * Raise women’s profiles as Entrepreneurs and provide visible role models.



    Session One: 2pm-3.20pm

    The first session will provide some valuable background research on women and entrepreneurship in Ireland.

    Session Two: 3.40pm-5pm

    The second session is a panel discussion by TCD women entrepreneurs who have been involved in the development of businesses from their research. They will share their experiences as entrepreneurs and innovators in Ireland.

    Speakers include:

    * Bridget Noone, Entreprise Executive, Trinity Research & Innovation
    * Pauline Logan, Dublin City Enterprise Network for Women
    * Elaine Coughlan, Atlantic Bridge
    * Fiona Fitzsimons, Eneclann Ltd.
    * Vivienne Williams, Cellix Ltd.
    * Naomi Harte, Electronic Engineering, TCD
    * Audrey Crosbie, Creme Software Ltd.
    * Caroline Roughneen, Director of WiSER



    Registration

    Attendance is free of charge but places are limited so advance registration is required. Please email harrisli@tcd.ie with your contact details.

    This event is part of the all week events, taking place across College from Tuesday 2 to Sunday 8 March, celebrating “International Women’s Day 2009”. For full programme details, please visit: http://www.tcd.ie/wiser/news/iwd2009.php

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