Participating in the New Frontiers program was an incredibly enriching experience for me. I feel that I hugely benefited from the expertise and guidance of the mentors, and the connections built up with other participants. The experience of pitching our businesses at the graduation ceremony marked the culmination of the hard work and dedication we had all put into the programme, and gave us the platform to declare in public how we are turning our dreams into tangible realities –  winning the ‘best pitch’ award was a real bonus!

You have access to mentors and industry experts, they help you to identify opportunities. I absolutely recommend the programme to anyone that’s starting a business that wants support along the wat, mentorship, comradery and a peer network.

In less than 6 months, the New Frontiers program enabled me to take my business from what was just a concept to now a trading company and winning the ‘One to watch’ award has provided the perfect springboard to progress further and keep achieving. 
New Frontiers allowed me to take that business concept to an incorporated business, to having potential customers, being invited on national tenders and develop my branding, my financial projections, and all of the things required. 

As the start-up founder of Digi Food NPD, I can confidently say that the New Frontiers Northwest program was instrumental in helping me grow my business. The programme provided me with invaluable support, mentoring, and resources that enabled me to take my business to the next level. From networking opportunities to expert advice on everything from marketing to finance, the programme gave me the tools I needed to succeed. I highly recommend the New Frontiers programme to any entrepreneur looking to grow their business.

New Frontiers North West was the catalyst in Reap Interactive getting off the ground.  Starting your own business on a full-time basis can be a daunting undertaking but the supports, guidance, mentoring, access to industry experts and peer group network provided by Geraldine and team at NFNW was invaluable.  The program also connected me to the whole Irish ‘eco start-up network’ which allowed Reap Interactive continued progression after the program ended.

The New Frontiers Programme was transformational and helped me from concept to the remarkable launch of my business, Rebel Rising. A disruptive Marketing Agency, Academy, and Community exclusively designed for female founders, start-ups, and entrepreneurs. Throughout the three phases of the programme, I had the privilege of being fully supported by Ger and the team. The knowledge, support, and networking opportunities provided are nothing short of invaluable for any ambitious start-up. This experience not only enriched my entrepreneurial acumen but also presented me with purposeful challenges that fuelled my personal growth. From comprehensive market research and validation to crafting a robust business plan, every aspect of my venture was covered. Additionally, the inclusion of an incredible EI Mentor, securing a LEO priming grant, and the confidence I needed to grow Rebel Rising successfully were all huge milestones in just nine months. I have so much gratitude for Ger and the entire team for their unwavering dedication and remarkable contributions. Without their guidance and support, my journey from an aspiring entrepreneur to an agency founder would not have been possible.