Businesspeople from all over Longford participated in “Connecting our Business Community” - the first major networking event to take place in the county since the COVID pandemic. Hosted by the Local Enterprise Office, Longford as part of Longford County Council; the event took place in the Longford Arms Hotel on Wednesday, October 11. READ MORE BELOW PHOTO Its primary objective was to encourage business collaborations between larger employers and smaller enterprises within the county, to strengthen local supply chains. The event was opened by Cathaoirleach of Longford County Council, Cllr Colm Murray, with RTE’s Prime Time presenter Fran McNulty facilitating and guiding proceedings throughout. Keynote speaker was renowned economist and author, David McWilliams who provided a captivating and entertaining economic overview, while emphasising the crucial role of human behaviour in the natural cycle of the economy. The event also featured a panel discussion with four influential business leaders, namely Pat McDonagh, Supermacs; Sarah Adams, Abbott Diagnostics; Barbara Heslin, Longford County Council; and John Kiernan, Kiernan Steel. All four panellists shed light on their individual business experiences, imparting invaluable insights on ongoing collaborations, as well as providing guidance on the key focus of the day: forging new partnerships with local businesses. Central to the event's success was the exhibition and showcasing of twelve large local companies which included Abbott, Avery Dennison, C&D Foods, Center Parcs, Framespace, Glennon Brothers Timber Ltd, Kiernan Milling, Kiernan Steel, Longford County Council, Mulleadys, Panelto and Technimark. These companies demonstrated their commitment to facilitating connections and growth by making their key managerial and decision-making staff available for pre-booked appointments with small businesses. The result was a dynamic atmosphere filled with energy as businesses from diverse sectors and sizes freely networked. Cathaoirleach of Longford County
PICTURES | Dynamic atmosphere at Longford 'Connecting our Business Community' seminar
Caption: Laura Keyes, Framespace taking part in the large company exhibition Picture: Clare Frances Photography
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Caption: Patrick Claffey, QMPC, Jenna Farrell, Scopey and Peter Clancy, Lough Ree Distillery Picture: Clare Frances Photography
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Caption: Geraldine Stewart, DGS Business Consulting, Rose McKenna, Local Enterprise Office and Burga Fullam, Enterprise Ireland Picture: Clare Frances Photography
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Caption: Stephanie Igoe and Theo Florant, Prestige Property Consultants and Barry Gough, Purpledeck Ltd Picture: Clare Frances Photography
