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MBA & Business Alumni Networking and Panel Discussion Evening

Queen's Business School MBA and the MBA Association of Ireland’s Northern Chapter are hosting a panel discussion on the evolving Venture Capital and Start-Up ecosystem in Northern Ireland.

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Date(s)
December 4, 2024
Location
Lecture Room 3, Riddel Hall, Queen's Business School, 185 Stranmillis Road, Belfast, BT9 5EE
Time
18:30 - 20:00
Price
Complimentary

This event presents an opportunity for organisations, business and MBA alumni and current MBA students to gain valuable insights from expert speakers and engage in a panel discussion.   

Panellists include:

  • Susan Fitzsimmons - Chief Customer Officer, Audit Comply
  • Brian Cummings - Investment Director,Clarendon Fund Managers
  • Pauline Timoney - Head of Entrepreneurship at Catalyst
  • Louise Long - Head of Productivity, Dept for the Economy

Kicking off with a keynote overview of Northern Ireland's Venture Capital landscape, the panel will explore:

- Access to capital and emerging investment trends
- Building a thriving start-up ecosystem
- Founder journeys, from first-time to serial entrepreneurs
- The role of academia in driving entrepreneurship
- Policy impact and future support for innovation

Don't miss this chance to gain insights, connect with industry leaders, and be part of Northern Ireland's innovation journey!

There will also be an opportunity for business networking over a light buffet.

Early registration is recommended for this free event, as numbers are restricted.  

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Event Organiser Details
Name Joanne Harvey
Email j.harvey@qub.ac.uk