The LEOs will have an overall investment fund of €1.5 million.  This fund will be available through the network of 31 Local Enterprise Offices, targeting Investor Ready LEO Clients who wish to start, grow, or develop innovative Micro Enterprises. 

Promotors will apply online and will be selected to participate on a short highly focused Investor Ready Programme. This programme will work with Investor Ready LEO clients who typically will have short term investment requirements, to implement their innovative development plan. The programme will incorporate 1 +1 mentoring to assist the promotor prepare an investor ready plan.

At the conclusion of the programme you will have the opportunity to make a formal pitch to an Investor Panel to potentially secure a LEO Grant Investment of €25k to fund your innovative business startup or development.

The application process is easy. Submit your application and mandatory video through our online form. Applicants must select the county in which their business is or will be located. You have the option to save the application and return at a further date.