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Friday, November 16
 

18:00 GMT

Techstars Startup Weekend Dublin supported by Bank of Ireland
Get Ready for 54 Hours of Building Awesome Startups with Startup Weekend Dublin supported by Bank of Ireland at Google.

In just 54 hours, you will experience the highs, lows, fun, and pressure that make up life at a startup. As you learn how to create a real company, you'll meet the very best mentors, investors, cofounders, and sponsors who are ready to help you get started.

Friday November 16, 2018 18:00 - Sunday November 18, 2018 20:00 GMT
Google Gordon House, Barrow St, Dublin 2
 
Monday, November 19
 

08:00 GMT

Official Launch of Techstars Startup Week Dublin powered by Dublin City Council
Join us for our official opening of Techstars Startup Week Dublin powered by Dublin City Council at our Base Camp on Monday 19th of November at 8am - 930am to meet the community, learn about what's happening during Startup Week in Dublin and catch up with community leaders and builders!

8:00am:    Doors Open
8:30am:    Welcome and Official Opening by Guest Speaker
9:00am:    Networking
9:30am:    Event Closes

Make sure to follow all of our latest announcements on twitter here and using #StartupWeekDub

10:00 GMT

Startup Week Base Camp Office Hours
BOOKINGS NOW CLOSED!
Use the registration link to get to our office hours booking page for Monday 19th November.
You can book one session with each coach and you can choose up to two coaches.
Please note bookings are available on a first come first served basis and once bookings are gone they're gone!
Make sure you arrive 15 mins early or you may not be accepted in to your coaching session
Location: Base Camp Ground Floor at Dublin City Council Civic Offices, Wood Quay Dublin 2

Today's coaches are:
  • Susan Moran - Founder at The Mobile Coach and You
  • Alan Costello - Venture Investment Leader at NDRC
  • Dublin City Local Enterprise Office Mentor

13:00 GMT

Startup Week Dublin Base Camp Lunch and Learn with Eamonn Carey Techstars and Natalie Novick Tech.eu
Join a spirited discussion about all things entrepreneurship, growth and product with Eamonn Carey MD at Techstars London in interview with Natalie Novick from Tech.Eu and our Track Captain for Entrepreneurship 101!

Please remember to be on time and that there are a limited number of tickets for this event saw register early on eventbrite to avoid disappointment!

Agenda
1:00pm: Registration Open
1:05pm: Talk Begins
1:45pm: Close and Networking


Moderators
avatar for Natalie Novick

Natalie Novick

Research Editor at Tech.eu, Tech.eu

Speakers
avatar for Eamonn Carey

Eamonn Carey

MD, Techstars


14:00 GMT

Building Products People Love with Eamonn Carey from Techstars Startup Week Base Camp Workshop
LIMITED TICKET AVAILABILITY!!!!

Building products people love - from PR and marketing to partnerships and sales, figuring out how to find, engage and retain users is a key part of every business. In this talk, Eamonn Carey, Managing Director of Techstars London, will share practical tips with real world examples showing how companies have used simple tools, smart messaging, mischief and more to acquire and engage their users.
About Eamonn
In addition to his role as MD at Techstars (applications now open!), Eamonn has been an entrepreneur for most of his adult life - starting several companies in Dublin and the Middle East - two successfully, others, less so. He's been an active angel investor in Europe, the US and Asia for the last five years - investing in everything from AI to food tech and from messaging to co-working spaces. He ran the Techstars Connection program in New York, works with the Zeroth AI accelerator in Hong Kong and sits on several boards - including Lingvist, Paranoid Fan and Motivii. 

If you're interested in booking an office hours slot with Eamonn to learn more about the upcoming Techstars program in London, you can book a slot here.

14:30 GMT

Startup Week Base Camp Workshop with LEO Dublin City - Business Advice Group Meeting
Weekly 2 Hour group meeting with a business advisor on the supports and services available to entrepreneurs starting out. Q&A will be available at the end of the meeting.
  • Need Business direction?
  • Uncertain if self employment is for you?
  • Need someone to talk to before you commit to Starting up your business?
  • Have an Idea and want to see if its viable? 
  • If you meet any of the above then you may be interested in joining the Business Advice Group Clinic.
The Business Advice Group Clinic is a free service were you can share your Business Ideas with one of the Local Enterprise Office advisers before making the commitment of registering your business name.
If you are unable to attend the meeting after you have booked in, please give at least 24 hours notice, to free up the space for others. Failure to do this will incur a fee of €20.

18:30 GMT

Gavan Walsh (iCabbi) at Startup Grind Dublin
This November we welcome Gavan Walsh, founder and CEO of iCabbi. iCabbi develops software for taxi and private hire firms across the globe, and with a recent investment from Groupe Renault, will add 120 additional staff to the company to support continued commercial growth. A serial entrepreneur, Gavan has launched several businesses, in eCommerce, event management, and even Christmas tree sales.

Moderators
avatar for Aislinn Mahon

Aislinn Mahon

General Manager Huckletree, Startup Grind Dublin

Speakers
avatar for Gavan Walsh

Gavan Walsh

CEO, iCabbi



Monday November 19, 2018 18:30 - 22:00 GMT
NDRC NDRC, The Digital Exchange, Crane St Dublin 8, D08 HKR9
 
Tuesday, November 20
 

18:00 GMT

How To Lead In Social
This event will give insight into the ever changing social landscapes and how social can be used to maximise ROI in both the B2B and B2C sectors taking place at the Bank of Ireland Workbench, Grand Canal Square.

Moderators
Speakers
avatar for Lorcan Lambe

Lorcan Lambe

Head of Strategy, Leading Social
avatar for Ryan O'Donoghue

Ryan O'Donoghue

Digital Marketer and Social Media Strategist, Leading Social


Tuesday November 20, 2018 18:00 - 20:00 GMT
Bank of Ireland Grand Canal Square 1 Grand Canal Square Dublin 2

18:00 GMT

Techstars Community Meetup with Special Guests!
Ever been to a Startup Weekend? Were you part of the old school crew at Startup Next? Maybe you're one of the new hot shots from Startup Boost? Never heard of any of these but want to join the entrepreneur community in Dublin? Then you're in for a treat.

At 6pm on Tuesday 20th of November at and supported by WeWork Iveagh Court as part of Techstars Startup Week Dublin powered by Dublin City Council  we're hosting the Techstars Community Meetup and Panel Talk where alumni from Startup Weekend, readers of the Startup Digest Dublin, Startup Next and Startup Boost along with other great community folk get a chance to catch up with some beverages before a keynote from Startup Week Director Matt Helt on mental health and resilience for entrepreneurs followed by a panel discussion on community with some great folk from Techstars, Bank of Ireland and WeWork!
Agenda
6:00pm:    Welcome, Mix, Mingle and Networking!
6:30pm:    Keynote from Matt Helt Program Director Techstars Startup Week on mental health
                 and resilience for entrepreneurs
6:45pm:    Community Matters - Panel discussion featuring
                 - Ellie Torlot - Regional Manager - Europe at Techstars
                 - Gianluca Caccamo - WeWork
                 - Matt Helt Program Director Techstars Startup Week
                 - Lauren Hine Director of Operations at Techstars
                 - MC'd by Gene Murphy - E.I.R. at Bank of Ireland and Co-Organiser Startup Week Dublin
7:10pm    Chit, Chat and Networking!
8:30pm    Close
This is a limited availability event so please book early to avoid disappointment.

Speakers
avatar for Gianluca Caccamo

Gianluca Caccamo

Growth Lead, WeWork
avatar for Matt Helt

Matt Helt

Sr. Implementation Consultant, Techstars
I help cities and countries create thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems.
avatar for Lauren Hine

Lauren Hine

Director of Operations at Techstars, Techstars
avatar for Gene Murphy

Gene Murphy

E.I.R., Bank of Ireland / Startup Week Dublin / Startup Boost
avatar for Ellie Torlot

Ellie Torlot

Regional Manager - Europe, Techstars Startup Weekend


Tuesday November 20, 2018 18:00 - 20:30 GMT
WeWork Iveagh Court, Dublin 2

18:30 GMT

Lawyers are the Perfect Entrepreneurs
As part of Techstars’ Startup Week Dublin, powered by Dublin City Council, the Law Society of Ireland is hosting a fireside chat with a range of very successful solicitor entrepreneurs. These entrepreneurs will discuss their journey into entrepreneurship and is a must for anyone interested in entrepreneurship. 

The event will be chaired by solicitor CEO and co-founder of Flawless.tech, Emmet Creighton. Flawless.tech is a software company providing solicitors and estate agents with digital tools to improve the communication around property sales and is one of the most promising startups in Ireland today. Emmet will facilitate the panel discussion as well as providing his perspective on the very early stages of making the transition from solicitor to founding a high growth startup.

 
Wednesday, November 21
 

08:00 GMT

Funding & Scaling presented by Dublin BIC
Pitching to business angels, meeting with seed fund managers, networking with venture capitalists, nurturing corporate partnerships or applying for state grants can seriously eat into time and energy.   Being prepared and equipped with the right knowledge is key and the Dublin BIC Funding & Scaling Series will help you understand what you need to know.  

Funding and Scaling presented by Dublin BIC is kindly supported by Smith & Williamson and OBH Partners

At the Dublin BIC Funding & Scaling Series, you can:

  • Learn about the early stage investment landscape
  • Hear the perspectives of experienced investors
  • Download from start-ups that have successfully funded and scaled their business
  • Question the advisors that prepare start-ups for investment
Check out the full agenda at http://bit.ly/2zTBAjy

Moderators
avatar for Conor Carmody, Investor-Ready Programme Manager, Dublin BIC

Conor Carmody, Investor-Ready Programme Manager, Dublin BIC

Investor-Ready Programme Manager, Dublin BIC

Speakers
avatar for Mike Brennan

Mike Brennan

Senior Advisor - High Potential Start-Up Division (HPSU), Enterprise Ireland
avatar for Dave Connolly

Dave Connolly

Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Dublin City, Business Advisor
Dave Connolly is a Business Advisor with the Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Dublin City and has responsibility for the development of companies operating in the food and drink sector. Dave has previously held enterprise development positions with Dundalk Institute of Technology and... Read More →
avatar for Michael Culligan
avatar for Lukas Decker

Lukas Decker

Founder, Coindrum
PG

Patrick Garvey

Angel Investor
avatar for Finn Murphy

Finn Murphy

Seed Investing in B2B Software, Frontline.vc
avatar for Peter O'Mahony

Peter O'Mahony

Founder, Director and Investor, Linked Finance
avatar for Ronan Perceval

Ronan Perceval

CEO, Phorest
avatar for Andrea Reynolds

Andrea Reynolds

Founder and CEO, Swoop
avatar for Teri Smith

Teri Smith

Manager High Potential Start Up Division, Enterprise Ireland


16:00 GMT

StartUp Ballymun - 'Winning' Dublin Businesses Tell Their Story'
Aimed at owners of startups, early stage and established businesses the event offers a unique flavour of practical advice and shared experience, featuring a business owners' panel and advice from enterprise agency partners.

StartUp Ballymun is an initiative of the DCC Economic Development Officer, Ballymun.

Moderators
avatar for Billy Linehan

Billy Linehan

CEO, Celtar Business Consultants

Speakers
avatar for Marie Clare Byard

Marie Clare Byard

Founder, Now Media
AC

Annabelle Conway

Social Innovation Manager, Innovate Dublin
avatar for Simon Gell

Simon Gell

Simons Naturally Good Food
avatar for Jeanne Mahony

Jeanne Mahony

CEO, Hope Beer
avatar for Paul McClatchie

Paul McClatchie

Engage People
avatar for Sonia Neary
avatar for Deirdre O'Neill

Deirdre O'Neill

Senior Regional Development Executive, Enterprise Ireland
avatar for Adeola Ogunsina

Adeola Ogunsina

On-site Refueling


Wednesday November 21, 2018 16:00 - 20:00 GMT
Council Chamber The Civic Centre, Main St. Ballymun, Dublin 9

17:15 GMT

2018 UCD VentureLaunch Accelerator Programme Showcase and Awards Evening
At our 2018 UCD VentureLaunch Accelerator Showcase and Awards event attendees will have the opportunity to have a ‘first look’ at the latest early-stage ventures emerging from University College Dublin.

New Venture Showcase: From 5:15 pm to 6 pm attendees will have an opportunity to meet with and talk to the promoters of this year’s participating ventures.

New Venture Pitches and Awards Ceremony: Commences at 6 pm sharp  Guest Speaker: Nicola McClafferty, Investment Director, Draper Esprit, one of Europe's most active tech VCs and backers of Irish successes Movidius and Clavis Insights.

Moderators
avatar for Nicola McClafferty

Nicola McClafferty

Draper Esprit
Specialties: Venture Capital, Media, Consumer Internet, Ecommerce, Retail and Online Fashion

Wednesday November 21, 2018 17:15 - 19:30 GMT
UCD O'Brien Centre for Science UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4.

18:00 GMT

Fundit Wednesday
Fund it Wednesday is a partnership between Bank of Ireland and Fundit.

Fund it is an all island crowdfunding website for Ireland’s creative projects, giving everyone the power to help good ideas happen.

Moderators
avatar for Daniel Heaslip

Daniel Heaslip

Innovation Lead, Bank of Ireland
10 years experience in retail banking. managing sales teams, strategy & planning, product development , Fintech implementation, digital marketing, SME, Startups . I hold a BA (hons) in Politics and Business and I am a Qualified Financial Advisor (QFA)  awarded by University College... Read More →

Wednesday November 21, 2018 18:00 - 20:30 GMT
Bank of Ireland Grand Canal Square 1 Grand Canal Square Dublin 2

18:00 GMT

Hacks to Avoid Burnout & Build a Thriving Business
There are more entrepreneurs now than ever. Many of them are building thriving businesses without sacrificing their health.

Do you want to succeed without making compromises?

 Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is for entrepreneurs, leaders, startup founders and anyone in the business world who wants to learn how to manage stress in the workplace and understand how the body language and better communication lead to a more successful business.

What will you know after this event?

- The impact of mental health on our performance
- How language impacts us
- What mental health and self-awareness mean to us (as an individual)
- How to utilize stress management in a practical way
- How to identify visual clues which indicate how stresses and strains show up
- How better communication with teams and colleagues can reduce stress and improve high performance
- Identify strengths and utilize them better
- Practical tips and tools for reducing and managing stress.

Speakers
avatar for Barbara Louise Brennan

Barbara Louise Brennan

Speaker | Facilitator | Mental Health and Wellbeing Expert
avatar for Joseph McGuire

Joseph McGuire

Ireland's leading Facial Profiling Expert | International Negotiation Consultant | Risk Elimination Consultant | Author


Wednesday November 21, 2018 18:00 - 21:00 GMT
Udemy 77 Sir John Rogerson's Quay Block C (c/o Spaces) D02 NP08 Dublin 2

18:30 GMT

Story and The Startup
- “STORY AND THE STARTUP” - This panel explores using storytelling skills at the heart of a startup to  help build Company Narrative, team morale,  brand development and product strategy.

Mediacon and Facebook in association with Techstars Startup Week present an event to bring the tech and storytelling words together.

Limited Availability

Moderators
avatar for Stephen McCormack

Stephen McCormack

CEO, Straywave Media

Speakers
avatar for Charlie Ardagh

Charlie Ardagh

Head of Business Development, EMEA, Facebook
avatar for Tim Gamble

Tim Gamble

Producer - Bladerunner 2049 and Chairman, Thunderbird Films, Thunderbird Films
avatar for Nikki Lannen

Nikki Lannen

CEO, Warducks
avatar for Julie Ryan

Julie Ryan

Producer- Young Offenders, Founder - Mk1 Films, Mk1 Films


18:30 GMT

You Built Your MVP. Now What?
The event will cover 3 core areas you need to focus on after you’ve got your MVP:

1. Product Growth
2. Relations with investors
3. Team

Speakers
avatar for Cynthia Hass

Cynthia Hass

Founder, H Impact
avatar for Natalie Novick

Natalie Novick

Research Editor at Tech.eu, Tech.eu
avatar for Olga Padulosi

Olga Padulosi

CMO, AppFollow


Wednesday November 21, 2018 18:30 - 21:00 GMT
Huckletree 42 Pearse Street, The Academy, Dublin, D02 YX88
 
Thursday, November 22
 

09:30 GMT

Introduction to Microsoft for Startups Dublin
Please join MS for Startups Team on the morning of November 22nd at their Dublin office between 09:30 hrs and 13:30 hrs for an introduction to the Microsoft for Startups Programme; what we do and how we support the European Startup Ecosystem:
*    The Programme
*    Co-sell
*    Bus Dev
*    Cloud Technology
*    Go to Market Clarity

Moderators
JG

John Gorman

Ops Manager Western Europe, Microsoft For Startups

Speakers
avatar for Warwick Hill

Warwick Hill

MD Western Europe, Microsoft For Startups


14:00 GMT

Social Enterprise - Start Up Workshop
Interested in starting a social enterprise but don't know where to start? Social Enterprise - Start Up Workshop will help by providing:

- Ideas & Tips
- Case Study Learning
- Resources
- Opportunities to network / meet representatives from support organisations  

Speakers
GC

Gavan Cleary

Assistant Lecturer, Management, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Commercialisation, DIT


 
Friday, November 23
 

08:00 GMT

1st Friday Brekkie - Special Edition #StartupWeekDub
It's a special edition of the 1st Friday Brekkie for Startup Week Dublin!

Following the same informal, interactive and popular format, don't miss the opportunity to network and gain insights from fellow members of the startup system over great coffee and croissants!

Special guest speaker shortly to be announced, don't miss this awesome event and sign up on the link to make sure you get your place!

10:00 GMT

Startup Week University Sprint at Talent Garden
Talent Garden Dublin welcomes all student entrepreneurs to this special Startup Week Dublin event on Friday the 23rd of November.

Kicking off at 10 am with a workshop on early stage startup supports specific to student entrepreneurs and how to increase your chances of getting funding. Then at 11 we will be talking with student founders to hear their perspectives & stories and to make valuable connections! After a quick coffee break we will dive into digital marketing workshop with a focus on making your online presence as strong as possible for as cheap as possible. '

Event begins at 10 am and finishes at 1 pm - all attendees are welcome to work from Talent Garden Dublin campus for the day with the code #TAGStartupWeek  

Workshop:         10:00am - 11:00am
Founder Story:  11:00am - 12:00pm
Workshop:         12:00pm - 13:00pm

 
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