- Celebrating Start-Up Success: New Frontiers Featured in the Irish TimesAnyone who has participated in Phase 1 or Phase 2 of Enterprise Ireland’s New Frontiers programme at ATU Donegal–Sligo will know that Geraldine Beirne, New Frontiers Northwest Programme Manager, is a strong proponent of Bill Gross’ TED Talk on the single biggest reason why start-ups succeed. The Irish Times recently featured insights from the Programme …
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- New Frontiers Programme Phase 1: Applications Now Open for 14 AprilEntrepreneurship means turning ideas into real businesses that make an impact. Now is your chance to join Enterprise Ireland’s New Frontiers Phase 1 Programme, starting 14 April. By joining, you can put your business idea to the test in a hands-on, supportive environment. This exciting programme helps you see if your idea works and if …
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- Innovators to Watch: New Frontiers Founders Making Headlines in Irish TimesA number of participants from the Enterprise Ireland New Frontiers programme were recently featured in The Irish Times “Innovators to Watch 2025” section. Of the 48 founders profiled across the country, five participants from the Northwest cohorts over the last two years were included, which demonstrates the strong entrepreneurial talent that is emerging from the …
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- New Frontiers Showcase Awards at ATU Donegal – Sligo 2025New Frontiers Participants pictured with Geraldine Beirne, Programme Manager Eleven founders who participated in Enterprise Ireland’s New Frontiers programme at ATU Donegal and Sligo were showcased at a ceremony in Letterkenny on March 14th. This year as part of the end of programme event, each participant had the opportunity to “pitch” their business with a …
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- Fast Track your Startup With NetworkingFast Track your Start Up With Networking The Sligo Park Hotel played host to Atlantic Technological University’s New Frontiers Programmes of Galway-Mayo and Sligo-Letterkenny getting together for our regional New Frontiers Workshop. This was the first time that the two 2024 groups came together for a joint workshop and there was great collaboration and synergy …
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- Expanding Horizons for New Frontiers Participants in Donegal and Sligo The Enterprise Ireland New Frontiers programme at Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Donegal-Sligo is empowering entrepreneurs from across the region to transform their business ideas into reality. Through this programme, participants not only receive mentorship and training, but they also gain access to vital enterprise support from the wider entrepreneurial ecosystem. In practical terms, this means …
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- ATU’s Regional New Frontiers WorkshopThe Ellison Hotel in Castlebar played host to Atlantic Technological University‘s New Frontiers Programmes of Galway-Mayo and Sligo-Letterkenny getting together for our regional New Frontiers Workshop. This was the first time that the two 2023 groups came together for a joint workshop and there was great collaboration and synergy between the New Frontiers groups.
- Phase 1 Accepting Applications for Jan 23rdEntrepreneurship is all about turning ideas into reality. Phase 1 of the New Frontiers programme commencing 23.01.2024, will test the feasibility of your business idea and you as an entrepreneur.The remaining sessions will run from 6.30 pm – 9.30 pm every Tuesday and Thursday. Apply Now
- Alumni Speaker VisitNew Frontiers alumni Manuela Caniglia and Maurice Bryson speak to our Phase 1 group last night. They spoke about the creativity involved in the business which brings them joy and gave some nuggets of advice including “don’t be afraid to take a step back – pivot if necessary” and “talk to people!”.Continued success to them both!
- Hello November Phase 1’sIf you missed out on this programme and are interested in setting up an innovative business in the North West, applications are now open for the next programme starting on January 23rd.Apply now
- Introducing 2023 Phase 2The 2023 Phase 2 has started with an in person meeting in Bundoran. Wish them luck as they work hard to make their entrepreneurial dream a reality.
- Where fertility meets ambitionCongratulations Alison ClarkeWe love seeing her updates and we can’t wait to get our hands on a copy! Alison completed Phase 2 and 3 of New Frontiers North West, based out of ATU Sligo and ATU Letterkenny earlier this year.
- A visit to Lough Eske CastleA fantastic, inspirational evening at Lough Eske Castle for National Women’s Enterprise Day 2023. National Womens Enterprise Day 2023 – Local Enterprise Office – Donegal
- Phase 1 recruiting nowEntrepreneurship is all about turning ideas into reality. Phase 1 of the New Frontiers programme commencing on November 7th will test the feasibility of your business idea and you as an entrepreneur.The remaining sessions will run from 6.30 pm – 9.30 pm every Tuesday and Thursday.Apply Now
- Phase 2 recruiting nowDo you have a new innovative business idea with potential to scale? New Frontiers North West is now recruiting for Enterprise Ireland funded Phase 2 programme.Apply Now
- Phase 1 recruiting nowEntrepreneurship is all about turning ideas into reality. Phase 1 of the New Frontiers programme commencing on Thursday 13th April will test the feasibility of your business idea and you as an entrepreneur.The remaining sessions will run from 6.30 pm – 9.30 pm every Tuesday and Thursday.Apply Now
- New Frontiers Showcase Awards at ATU Donegal Sligo Twelve entrepreneurs who participated in the New Frontiers programme at ATU Donegal Sligo have been showcased at a ceremony on March 1st.Find out more hereNext start date – Sep 2023 you can register your interest here
- “So you want to be an entrepreneur”, “Ar mhaith leat a bheith i d’Fhiontraí?”This workshop is part of Local Enterprise Week 2023. Join us for this lunchtime workshop to find out if self-employment is for you and to learn about the supports that are available to help.Bígí linn don cheardlann lóin seo le heolas a fháil ar fhéinfhostaíocht agus ar na tacaíochtaí atá ar fáil chun cuidiú leat. …
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- Welcome our new Phase 1 participants.Geraldine welcomed 29 Phase 1 participants on Thursdays evening Introductory session. Congratulations to the successful applicants and good luck as you start your entrepreneurial journey with us at New Frontiers North West.
- How are the Phase 2 participants doing?The current Phase 2 participants have started the new year at a full run, they have made presentations, received feedback, attended classes and engaged in one to one mentoring. Its a very busy time for them as they head into the last few weeks of the programme.
- Hello November Phase 1’sIf you missed out on this programme and are interested in setting up an innovative business in the North West, applications are now open for the next programme starting on January 23rd.Apply now



















