South East Enterprise Platform Programme (SEEPP)

Centre for Entrepreneurship WIT - Enterprise Programmes

SEEPP is currently accepting applications for the next programme, which will commence in September 2008. Contact Programme Manager, Eugene Crehan (ecrehan@wit.ie) or Assistant Programme Manager, Emma Walsh (emwalsh@wit.ie) for further information.

SEEPP is a one-year support action-learning programme for innovative start-up entrepreneurs. The comprehensive combination of

Management Skills Training
Business Mentoring
Incubation Facilities
Financial Support
Business Networking

offered by the programme has to date assisted over 100 entrepreneurs through the challenges / complexities of developing their business idea into a successful business.

Applicants must demonstrate that they have an

Innovative business idea with
Export potential
Based in the South East of Ireland

Applicants should also have

a third level qualification (minimum Diploma),
relevant business experience, preferably within their chosen field and
must be actively involved on a full-time basis in the setting up of their business.

Entrepreneurs who successfully complete the requirements of the South East Enterprise Platform Programme will be awarded a Post Graduation Diploma in Enterprise Development by WIT. The requirements of the programme include:

Attendance at workshops
Submission of
- Market Analysis Report (3 mths)
- Business Plan (6 mths)
- Business Development Plan (9 mths)
Presentation of results/findings to panel to include SEEPP Programme Manager, PG Mentor and partner representatives
Submission of Monthly Report to SEEPP Management outlining achievements and objectives

For further information on this programme contact Eugene Crehan, Programme Manager
Tel: +353 (0)51 302953 E-mail: ecrehan@wit.ie Website: www.seepp.ie