Applications now open for Leitrim's Local Enterprise Showcase 2027 at the RDS
More than 100 companies from across the country will take part, gaining the opportunity to meet high‑quality buyers from Ireland and overseas
An initiative of the Local Enterprise Offices, Local Enterprise Showcase is a dedicated area within Showcase that highlights Ireland’s newest and most exciting design talent. Businesses selected to participate receive significant support in advance of the event, including mentoring in merchandising, marketing, pricing and sales techniques, to ensure they are fully prepared to maximise opportunities during the three‑day trade show.
Showcase is regarded as a pinnacle event in the global craft and design calendar and generates millions of euros in sales orders each year. For many businesses, participation can be transformative, helping them to secure stockists, enter new export markets and build long‑term commercial relationships.
Local Enterprise Office Leitrim is encouraging eligible craft and design businesses who are ready to scale, grow their customer base and explore new markets to apply. Selection is competitive and is based on criteria such as product quality, design originality, production capacity, pricing and market readiness.
Lisa O’Connell, Senior Enterprise Development Officer Leitrim LEO says “Local Enterprise Showcase offers an unrivalled platform for emerging craft and design businesses. Being exposed to such a concentrated group of high‑quality buyers in one place can be a game‑changer. Even beyond sales, participants gain invaluable insight, confidence and experience that supports their long‑term growth.”
Showcase 2027 is presented on behalf of Design & Crafts Council Ireland, with support from Enterprise Ireland in promoting the event internationally through its overseas network, and the Local Enterprise Offices nationwide. Further details on eligibility, application deadlines and support available can be obtained by visiting www.localenterprise.ie/leitrim.