Atlas: GEN’s Policy Portal

Atlas is a compendium of public sector policies and programs that serves as a tool for policymakers, advisors and opinion leaders to learn about previously implemented policy models, articulated entrepreneurship strategies and/or designs of public-sector-supported programs.
 
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Cork City Economic Development Fund

Year Introduced: | City-level

The Cork City Economic Development Fund operates through strategic allocation of local authority rates revenue to support identified economic development priorities.​Fund Structure and Management:…

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Lean Business Continuity Voucher

Year Introduced: | National-level

The Lean Business Continuity Voucher is available to eligible companies to access up to €2,500 in training or advisory services support related to the continued operation of their…

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Office Space Matchmaking Service, Dublin

Year Introduced: | National-level

The Office Space Matchmaking Service in Dublin works by connecting startups and small businesses seeking flexible and affordable office space with companies or individuals who have surplus desks or…

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The Enterprise Ireland Commercialization Fund Program

Year Introduced: | National-level

The Enterprise Ireland Commercialization Fund Program operates through a structured process designed to support researchers in transforming their innovative ideas into commercially viable products or…

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Dublin's Resident Concierge

Year Introduced: | City-level

Dublin's Resident Concierge for Startups operates as a specialized support service designed to assist new businesses in navigating the complexities of establishing and growing in the city. The…

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Innovation Vouchers

Year Introduced: | National-level

Under this initiative, eligible SMEs can apply for vouchers worth €5,000 or €10,000, depending on the administering body (e.g., Enterprise Ireland or Local Enterprise Offices). These vouchers can be…

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UStart Student Accelerator

Year Introduced: | City-level

The UStart Student Accelerator at Dublin City University (DCU) operates as an innovative extra-curricular program designed to empower student entrepreneurs. The program runs for approximately 12…

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TechIreland

Year Introduced: | National-level

TechIreland operates as a comprehensive platform and resource hub for the Irish technology sector. At its core, it functions as a data-driven organization that collects, organizes, and disseminates…

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Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur (IBYE)

Year Introduced: | National-level

IBYE is a nationwide competition, run across three categories: Best Business Idea, Best Start-Up Business and Best-Established Business. County Finalists enter into a specialised Entrepreneur…

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Starting Strong

Year Introduced: | National-level

Through a structured approach in six-month cycles, Starting Strong leverages volunteer contributions from successful entrepreneurs who lead peer support round tables. These volunteer "Lead…