Network Ireland and Women in Business have launched a new programme aimed at opening up connections between women entrepreneurs across the island of Ireland.
Applications are now open for the Grow It All-Island Programme, which is the first of its kind in the business community here.
The new programme - funded by the InterTrade Ireland Synergy Fund and supported by the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Programme - offers 15 places in the Republic of Ireland and 15 places in Northern Ireland.
The scheme is open to members of the two organisations which offer support to thousands of women across the country, whether they are running a start-up or an established business.
The new initiative is aimed at female business owners with an interest in developing their market on both sides of the border as well as those who would like to achieve growth and would benefit from direction, clarity, structure and focus.
The National President of Network Ireland, Emma Early Murphy, said this will be a wonderful collaboration between the country's two leading businesswomen's networks and the programme is offering participants a unique opportunity to grow and develop their connections across the whole island of Ireland.
"I am particularly pleased to be launching the Grow It All-Island Programme this year which marks Network Ireland's 40th anniversary, as it reflects the great strides we are making to expand the network of support we have for our members," she added.
Women in Business MD, Lorraine Acheson, said the two organisations have similar values - to support women founders to grow, connect and learn.
"This collaboration is the start of an exciting journey as 30 women will have the opportunity to build connections and increase trade on the island of Ireland and beyond," she added.
Applications can be made through the Network Ireland website www.networkireland.ie or Women In Business www.womeninbusinessni.com.
The deadline for applications is 12 noon on Friday November 3.
