Mallow Education, Enterprise and Employment Exhibition a Huge Success

Members of the Board of Avondhu Blackwater Partnership along with Chairman Sean Hegarty (Avondhu Blackwater Partnership), Deputy Town Mayor of Mallow Johnny Griffin, CEO Valerie Murphy (Avondhu Blackwater Partnership) and Pat O’Sullivan, President of Mallow Chamber

Avondhu Blackwater Partnership in association with Mallow Chamber hosted “Who can help ME? – Mallow Education, Enterprise and Employment Exhibition on Thursday 18^th November at the Hibernian Hotel Mallow.

With 23 exhibitors promoting their career-enhancing programmes and services, it was very beneficial day for those who were hoping to further their education, start their own business  and explore the opportunities available to them. The event enabled visitors to meet and engage meaningfully with State Bodies, Funding and Training Organisations, and Further and Higher Education Institutions.

Valerie Murphy, CEO of Avondhu Blackwater commented “With over 350 people in attendance, today was a huge success. This event could be the catalyst for a new beginning for those who are venturing into employment for the first time. It could also help unemployed/ job changers to consider different opportunities and to learn about the education or training routes they need to take to realise their goals.”

She also commented “Avondhu Blackwater is committed to developing and raising skills levels in North Cork through the various programmes that we deliver. Avondhu Blackwater is establishing a dedicated Business Support, which will provide technical assistance to Micro Businesses, including Start-Up businesses and prospective Entrepreneurs.”

Exhibitors on the day included: Avondhu Blackwater Partnership, Mallow Chamber, University of Limerick, CIT, College of Commerce Cork along with Mallow Development Partnership, North Cork Business Alliance, North Cork Enterprise Board, TEAGASC, FÁS, FES, SHEP, VEC/ BTEI Social Welfare, AIB, BOI, Mallow Credit Union, MABS, Griffith College Cork , Davis College Mallow, Citizens Information, National Learning  Network, Autism Association Dogs Ireland.

Avondhu Blackwater Partnership would like to thank C103fm who broadcasted live from the event, the Hibernian Hotel Mallow who provided the venue and all the exhibitors and attendees.

For more information on Avondhu Blackwater Partnership, visit our webpage at www.avondhublackwater.com and follow us on Facebook and Twitter for up to date news on events, courses and other funding opportunities!

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