Donegal & Derry/LondonDerry County Ambassador Meetup
Come and join us for an informal meetup with our Donegal and Derry/LondonDerry County Ambassadors, Lisa Breslin, Imagine Lab and Katrina Bradley, Numerasee to find out more about AwakenHub or to meet up with fellow members.
Open to women founders, startups, entrepreneurs. Limited spaces. Free to attend but please RSVP so we know who to expect.
Can't wait to see you!
There is no cost to attend this event. Pop in, get a coffe and an opportunity to meet with AwakenHub members and hear a little bit about our community.
If interested in getting more involved in AwakenHub we have some Membership options which might be just up your street.
With thanks to our partners for their ongoing support of the community.
May will be all about SheVentures.
SheVentures - Ireland’s first all-island summit for women founders. Tickets now live.
Preferred early ticket rates available for AwakenClub Members in the community platform. You won’t want to miss this.
Bringing together 250+ Irish women leaders, founders, investors and their male allies for two days of inspiration, connection and empowerment, supported by the Irish Government’s Shared Island Initiative.
MAY 20 - 21, 2024
LUSTY BEG ISLAND, FERMANAGH
If you are keen to get more involved as a member you can always look to an AwakenHub Annual Event Pass (cheaper & easier) or go all in as an AwakenClub member with access to our private online founders community.
AwakenHub Legal Series Journey Map with Taylor Wessing Ireland
Join us for our fourth in a five Workshop series on 29 May 12.30-1.30pm.
Session 4: Fundraising. Business plans, due diligence, raising capital, and investors with Ameer Gazder and Laura Brohan, Taylor Wessing Ireland.
Members book via AwakenClub platform events section.
As AwakenHub continues to expand it’s AwakenClub private members community this 5-part Legal Series Journey Map will include expert insights, practical advice, and case studies to assist entrepreneurs in making more informed legal decisions whether establishing a new venture, navigating regulatory compliance, or preparing for investment rounds.
Are you a female founder?
Early stage and in need of some practical advice on all things ‘legal’
Preparing to raise pre-seed or seed investment and need to know about Due Diligence, Term Sheets and what not
Keen to know more about contracts, GDPR and just getting all your legal ducks in a row
It’s never too early to have a good lawyer on your side or representing you and your company. Rooky errors can cost you big time when you don’t know what you don’t know.
Workshop Series:
29 February – Session 1: Setting up. types of companies, the incorporation process, the companies registration office, corporate governance, advisers, and share options. (available for members to watch back online)
20 March – Session 2: Setting out your stall. Websites, IP and GDPR. (available for members to watch back online)
24 April – Session 3: Working with others. Supply chain, customer base and employee management. (available for members to watch back online)
29 May – Session 4: Fundraising. Business plans, due diligence, raising capital, and investors.
25 June – Session 5: Term sheet. In depth session on the key features of a term sheet.
Attendees will also be able to book follow-up ‘Meet the Experts’ consults.
About Taylor Wessing: Taylor Wessing is a leading law firm with a fast growing team in Ireland and an international network dedicated to providing innovative legal solutions to businesses from first-time entrants to established corporations. Committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, they are a valued and committed partner of AwakenHub.
June Community Event. SheGen3.0 Showcase
🌟Join us for our Annual SheGenerate Showcase 🌟
Full details incoming but we will be selecting six of our current SheGen3.0 cohort to pitch to the attendees who will get to vote for their favourite on the night.
Will also include guest speaker in what is always an epic event showcasing early stage female founder talent across the island of Ireland.
If you are keen to get more involved as a member you can always look to an AwakenHub Annual Event Pass (cheaper & easier) or go all in as an AwakenClub member with access to our private online founders community.
Special thanks to our SheGen3.0 Partners - Taylor Wessing Ireland, Catalyst NI, AIB, Ulster Bank NI and British Business Bank.
With thanks as always to our AwakenHub partners and sponsors. As a registered social enterprise we are driven by our social impact mission to change the landscape for women founders for generations to come and we couldn't do it without all of your support.
AwakenHub Legal Series Journey Map with Taylor Wessing Ireland
Join us for the last in five Workshop series on 26 June 12.30-1.30pm.
Session 5: Term sheet. In depth session on the key features of a term sheet with Rachel McCausland and Ameer Gazder, Taylor Wessing Ireland.
Members book via AwakenClub platform events section.
As AwakenHub continues to expand it’s AwakenClub private members community this 5-part Legal Series Journey Map will include expert insights, practical advice, and case studies to assist entrepreneurs in making more informed legal decisions whether establishing a new venture, navigating regulatory compliance, or preparing for investment rounds.
Are you a female founder?
Early stage and in need of some practical advice on all things ‘legal’
Preparing to raise pre-seed or seed investment and need to know about Due Diligence, Term Sheets and what not
Keen to know more about contracts, GDPR and just getting all your legal ducks in a row
It’s never too early to have a good lawyer on your side or representing you and your company. Rooky errors can cost you big time when you don’t know what you don’t know.
Workshop Series: (Sessions 1-4 available on watch back for members)
29 February – Session 1: Setting up. types of companies, the incorporation process, the companies registration office, corporate governance, advisers, and share options.
20 March – Session 2: Setting out your stall. Websites, IP and GDPR.
24 April – Session 3: Working with others. Supply chain, customer base and employee management.
29 May – Session 4: Fundraising. Business plans, due diligence, raising capital, and investors.
25 June – Session 5: Term sheet. In depth session on the key features of a term sheet.
Attendees will also be able to book follow-up ‘Meet the Experts’ consults.
About Taylor Wessing: Taylor Wessing is a leading law firm with a fast growing team in Ireland and an international network dedicated to providing innovative legal solutions to businesses from first-time entrants to established corporations. Committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, they are a valued and committed partner of AwakenHub.
AwakenHub Legal Series Journey Map with Taylor Wessing Ireland
Join us for our third in a five part Legal Workshop series on 24 April 12.30-1.30pm.
Session 3: Working with others. Supply chain, customer base and employee management with Jo Joyce and Rachel McCausland of Taylor Wessing.
Members book via AwakenClub platform events section.
As AwakenHub continues to expand it’s AwakenClub private members community this 5-part Legal Series Journey Map will include expert insights, practical advice, and case studies to assist entrepreneurs in making more informed legal decisions whether establishing a new venture, navigating regulatory compliance, or preparing for investment rounds.
Are you a female founder?
Early stage and in need of some practical advice on all things ‘legal’
Preparing to raise pre-seed or seed investment and need to know about Due Diligence, Term Sheets and what not
Keen to know more about contracts, GDPR and just getting all your legal ducks in a row
It’s never too early to have a good lawyer on your side or representing you and your company. Rooky errors can cost you big time when you don’t know what you don’t know.
Workshop Series:
29 February – Session 1: Setting up. types of companies, the incorporation process, the companies registration office, corporate governance, advisers, and share options. (available for members to watch back online)
20 March – Session 2: Setting out your stall. Websites, IP and GDPR. (available for members to watch back online)
24 April – Session 3: Working with others. Supply chain, customer base and employee management.
29 May – Session 4: Fundraising. Business plans, due diligence, raising capital, and investors.
25 June – Session 5: Term sheet. In depth session on the key features of a term sheet.
Attendees will also be able to book follow-up ‘Meet the Experts’ consults.
About Taylor Wessing: Taylor Wessing is a leading law firm with a fast growing team in Ireland and an international network dedicated to providing innovative legal solutions to businesses from first-time entrants to established corporations. Committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, they are a valued and committed partner of AwakenHub.
The Power of Collaboration to Grow Sales
The Power of Collaboration to Grow Sales hosted by AwakenHub/AwakenAngels Co-founder Sinead Crowley with Adrienne Hanna, Founder and CEO, Right Revenue; Ellen Yates, Co-founder, Taylor Taylor & Joya Dass, News Anchor & The Samita Lab Mastermind.
Come along if you are a female founder and want to know more about:
How important collaboration is as part of your overall growth strategy
Examples of successful collaboration and partnerships to grow sales
The key factors to consider when selecting and negotiating potential collaborators
Competition - how to balance or embrace it
Challenges that go with the territory
Impact of collaboration on your bottom line
If you are keen to get more involved as a member you can always look to an AwakenHub Annual Event Pass (cheaper & easier) or go all in as an AwakenClub member with access to our private online founders community.
With thanks as always to our AwakenHub partners and sponsors. As a registered social enterprise we are driven by our social impact mission to change the landscape for women founders for generations to come and we couldn't do it without all of your support.
AwakenClub April DropIn with InterTradeIreland
Join an InterTradeIreland’s Seedcorn Competition Information Session woith Conor Sweeney who will run through Seedcorn application and criteria and answer any questions founders might have regarding the process. An hour really well spent in advance of the competition closing date on 26 April 2024.
For more information on ITI Seedcorn please go to Seedcorn | InterTradeIreland
For non-AwakenClub Members see full details HERE as to how you can join.
With thanks as always to our Partners for their ongoing support of AwakenHub.
Galway MeetUp
Please RSVP HERE. Open to women founders, startups, entrepreneurs. There is no cost to attend this event. It is an opportunity to meet with AwakenHub members and hear a little bit about our community.
Come and join us for an informal meetup with our Galway County Ambassador, Yvonne Comer, Co-founder, Rugby Smarts and some of the AwakenHub & AwakenAngels Co-founding team.
Can't wait to see you!
A s a registered Social Enterprise any profits made are put fully back into meeting our social impact mission to remove barriers to investment, scale and success for women founders for generations to come.
With thanks to our partners for their ongoing support of the community.
If interested in getting more involved in AwakenHub we have some Membership options which might be just up your street.
Rebirth of Tech Northern Ireland Advocates
Rebirth of Tech Northern Ireland Advocates: Join the Movement!
Welcome to the Rebirth of Tech Northern Ireland Advocates event! AwakenHub want to support the re-ignition of this exciting movement to help shape the future of tech in Northern Ireland. Let's come together to celebrate the resurgence of Tech Northern Ireland Advocates and be part of the Global movement & community!
Join us at Ulster Bank HQ, Belfast and be part of the agenda setting for moving forward. Come along for some inspiration, networking, and innovation. Connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about driving change and growth in the tech industry. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of something big - join the movement today!
We want to bring Big and Small Tech companies together to discuss the challenges we face in the Tech ecosystem in NI, what you can bring to the community and who you can bring along to make Tech Northern Ireland Advocates vibrant, influential and impactful.
Free event. RSVP essential Rebirth of Tech Northern Ireland Advocates Tickets, Mon 25 Mar 2024 at 18:00 | Eventbrite
Meath Walk and Talk Meet Up
Please RSVP HERE so we know who to expect. It is free to come along for women founders, startups and entrepreneurs.
Can't wait to see you!
There is no cost to attend this event but if interested in getting more involved in AwakenHub we have some Membership options which might be just up your street.
A s a registered Social Enterprise any profits made are put fully back into meeting our social impact mission to remove barriers to investment, scale and success for women founders for generations to come.
With thanks to our partners for their ongoing support of the community.
AwakenHub Legal Series Journey Map with Taylor Wessing Ireland
Join us for our first in a five Workshop series on 20 March 12.30-1.30pm.
Session 2: Setting out your stall. Websites, IP and GDPR with Jo Joyce and Ameer Gazder of Taylor Wessing Ireland.
Members book via AwakenClub platform events section.
As AwakenHub continues to expand it’s AwakenClub private members community this 5-part Legal Series Journey Map will include expert insights, practical advice, and case studies to assist entrepreneurs in making more informed legal decisions whether establishing a new venture, navigating regulatory compliance, or preparing for investment rounds.
Are you a female founder?
Early stage and in need of some practical advice on all things ‘legal’
Preparing to raise pre-seed or seed investment and need to know about Due Diligence, Term Sheets and what not
Keen to know more about contracts, GDPR and just getting all your legal ducks in a row
It’s never too early to have a good lawyer on your side or representing you and your company. Rooky errors can cost you big time when you don’t know what you don’t know.
Workshop Series:
29 February – Session 1: Setting up. types of companies, the incorporation process, the companies registration office, corporate governance, advisers, and share options. (availble for members to watch back online)
20 March – Session 2: Setting out your stall. Websites, IP and GDPR.
24 April – Session 3: Working with others. Supply chain, customer base and employee management.
29 May – Session 4: Fundraising. Business plans, due diligence, raising capital, and investors.
25 June – Session 5: Term sheet. In depth session on the key features of a term sheet.
Attendees will also be able to book follow-up ‘Meet the Experts’ consults.
About Taylor Wessing: Taylor Wessing is a leading law firm with a fast growing team in Ireland and an international network dedicated to providing innovative legal solutions to businesses from first-time entrants to established corporations. Committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, they are a valued and committed partner of AwakenHub.
March Community Event. Charting Your Course: Embrace Fearless Navigation
🌟Join us for "Charting Your Course: Embrace Fearless Navigation" 🌟
We're excited to have Emer Coleman, a seasoned digital leader and advocate for women in business, as our guest speaker along with our host Denise McQuaid, Co-founder of AwakenHub & AwakenAngels. Discover how to embrace change and navigate your career with confidence.
Register here OR the ultimate planners can pay for an AwakenHub Annual Event Pass (cheaper & easier) or go all in as an AwakenClub member with access to our private online founders community
With thanks as always to our AwakenHub partners and sponsors. As a registered social enterprise we are driven by our social impact mission to change the landscape for women founders for generations to come and we couldn't do it without all of your support.
AwakenHub Legal Series Journey Map with Taylor Wessing Ireland
Join us for our first in a five Workshop series on 29 February 12.30-1.30pm.
Session 1: Setting up. Types of companies, the incorporation process, the companies registration office, corporate governance, advisers, and share options with Kevin Keenan and Laura Brohan, Taylor Wessing Ireland.
Members book via AwakenClub platform events section.
As AwakenHub continues to expand it’s AwakenClub private members community this 5-part Legal Series Journey Map will include expert insights, practical advice, and case studies to assist entrepreneurs in making more informed legal decisions whether establishing a new venture, navigating regulatory compliance, or preparing for investment rounds.
Are you a female founder?
Early stage and in need of some practical advice on all things ‘legal’
Preparing to raise pre-seed or seed investment and need to know about Due Diligence, Term Sheets and what not
Keen to know more about contracts, GDPR and just getting all your legal ducks in a row
It’s never too early to have a good lawyer on your side or representing you and your company. Rooky errors can cost you big time when you don’t know what you don’t know.
Workshop Series:
29 February – Session 1: Setting up. types of companies, the incorporation process, the companies registration office, corporate governance, advisers, and share options.
20 March – Session 2: Setting out your stall. Websites, IP and GDPR.
24 April – Session 3: Working with others. Supply chain, customer base and employee management.
29 May – Session 4: Fundraising. Business plans, due diligence, raising capital, and investors.
25 June – Session 5: Term sheet. In depth session on the key features of a term sheet.
Attendees will also be able to book follow-up ‘Meet the Experts’ consults.
About Taylor Wessing: Taylor Wessing is a leading law firm with a fast growing team in Ireland and an international network dedicated to providing innovative legal solutions to businesses from first-time entrants to established corporations. Committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, they are a valued and committed partner of AwakenHub.
Cork Coffee Morning Meet Up
Join AwakenHub & AwakenAngels co-founder Sinead Crowley and County Ambassador Avril Power, Giyst for an informal coffee morning meetup in Cork.
Limited spaces please RSVP HERE so we know who to expect.
Thanks to our friends in Glandore for hosting us in their gorgeous city centre location.
Can't wait to see you!
There is no cost to attend this event but if interested in getting more involved in AwakenHub we have some Membership options which might be just up your street.
A s a registered Social Enterprise any profits made are put fully back into meeting our social impact mission to remove barriers to investment, scale and success for women founders for generations to come.
With thank to our partners for their ongoing support of the community.
AwakenHub In-person Meetup, Dundalk, County Louth
One of those actual real in-person Awakenhubber meet ups in Dundalk, County Louth.
Join our NEW Louth County Ambassador, Sunnibha Corcocoran of SMC Food Safety Consultants and Denise McQuaid, AwakenHub/AwakenAngels Co-founder for an informal meetup in Dundalk on evening of 22 February, 2024.
Spaces are limited and you do need to REGISTER HERE to attend
Can't wait to see you!
There is no cost to attend this event but if interested in getting more involved in AwakenHub we have some Membership options which might be just up your street.
A s a registered Social Enterprise any profits made are put fully back into meeting our social impact mission to remove barriers to investment, scale and success for women founders for generations to come.
With thank to our partners for their ongoing support of the community.
Master the Art of Impactful Presentations in Our Practical Workshop!
Master the Art of Impactful Presentations in Our Practical Workshop!
Ready to boost your presentation skills and leave a lasting impact? Join us for an immersive workshop where we'll delve into the practical aspects of crafting compelling pitches tailored to different scenarios.
What You'll Learn:
Craft a Captivating One-Minute Pitch
Perfect Your Five-Minute Pitch
Develop an Engaging Investor Presentation
Our goal is to provide you with actionable insights and hands-on techniques that you can immediately apply to enhance your communication prowess and receive peer to peer feedback.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to level up your presentation game!
Reserve your spot now! Register HERE
February Community Event - Unveiling the Narrative: Your marketing journey to survival and success
Welcome to our February Community Event – an online session featuring a dynamic panel discussion: "Unveiling the Narrative: Your Marketing Journey to Survival and Success."
Join industry leaders Emma Tracey, CEO & Co-founder of Scéal, and Claire Heskin, Marketing Consultant at Suri, and Emma O'Donnell, CEO & Founder & Digital By Emma along with our host Sinead Crowley, Co-founder of AwakenHub & AwakenAngels. This concise yet insightful event will explore key strategies for thriving in today's marketing landscape. Don't miss this opportunity for practical insights and community engagement. Secure your spot now for just over an hour of inspiration!
Register here OR the ultimate planners can pay for an AwakenHub Annual Event Pass (cheaper & easier) or go all in as an AwakenClub member with access to our private online founders community
With thanks as always to our AwakenHub partners and sponsors. As a registered social enterprise we are driven by our social impact mission to change the landscape for women founders for generations to come and we couldn't do it without all of your support.
January Community Event - Pivot to Propel
There is nothing like a New Year to think about your company’s fundamental value proposition and how startups often need to pivot, not only to survive, but to propel and to thrive.
It’s more common that you might think that early-stage start-up ideas end up on the cutting room floor and major pivots happen when real opportunity, need or demand dictates. In truth the more successful founders will embrace this and see it as part of the process. Iterate, iterate and then leap into the big pivots.
Join us on 23 January when AwakenHub Co-founder Sinead Crowley will talk to Joann Rhodes, Chief Executive at Health Innovation Research Alliance Northern Ireland and Sarah Irwin, Founder of Irish Tech General Counsel.
Value Proposition and how it drives your business forward
How do you know when it’s time to pivot?
Using a pivot to drive the growth of your startup
What are the mechanics of redirecting your startup?
How to bring your team / investors / vested interests on the journey with you?
The pleasure-pain principle of making the hard choices (or sometimes just obvious and not so hard choices) to ultimately build a viable and successful startup
What successful pivots look like.
There will of course be an opportunity to meet fellow founders in our legendary breakout rooms. RSVP now and have your notebook at the ready.
Register here OR the ultimate planners can pay for an AwakenHub Annual Event Pass (cheaper & easier) or go all in as an AwakenClub member with access to our private online founders community.
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With thanks as always to our AwakenHub partners and sponsors. As a registered social enterprise we are driven by our social impact mission to change the landscape for women founders for generations to come and we couldn't do it without all of your support.
AwakenClub January DropIn
Our January closed members DropIn will be all about the New Year, New You (if that’s what you want) and NEW AwakenClub Membership benefits and acitivities. It’s time to share some of our plans with you based mostly on what you have asked for and some other good stuff.
Session time also to chat through any challenges or propositions amongst fellow cofounders.
Our members monthly Friday DropIns are at the NEW time of 10-11am.
For non-AwakenClub Members see full details HERE to apply.
AwakenHub Dublin HoHoHos
Join us on 14th December for an informal couple of hours to meet with the AwakenHub/AwakenAngels co-founders at the Marlin Hotel. Pop in for a drink and a chat.
Open to any women founders/investors interested in AwakenHub and/or AwakenAngels.
Cash Bar plus please RSVP HERE so we know who to expect.
See you there.
AwakenHub Coleraine HoHoHo’s
Join us on 13th December for an informal couple of hours to meet with the AwakenHub/AwakenAngels co-founders in the gorgeous Whoosh in Coleraine.
Pop in for a drink and a chat. No agenda. Just pure 'get to know you' vibes.
Open to any women founders / investors interested in AwakenHub and/or AwakenAngels.
Cash Bar plus please RSVP HERE so we know who to expect.
See you there.
AwakenHub Community Event. From Start-Up To Stand-Up: Christmas Jollies Special with Serena Terry aka Mammy Banter
It's coming up to ho, ho, ho time and you know how much our Awakenhubbers love a bit of inspiration to keep the founder fires burning.
AwakenHub & AwakenAngels co-founder Clare McGee will be chatting to Serena Terry aka 'Mammy Banter'. Serena Terry is the Founder of Digital Marketing Agency, Catchy Co. Based in Derry. Serena has worked in Digital Marketing for the last 15 years, and helped to grow e-learning company Learning Pool, and social prescribing software company, Elemental. She has guest lectured for the University of Ulster at Magee, and also for the North West School of Marketing. And is THE face behind TikTok sensation, Mammy Banter with over 2 million followers, as well as 250k followers on Instagram and 900k on Facebook.
Permission (not that you need it) to let your hair down, celebrate the little wins and wish each other an #AwakenHug #HappyChristmas.
Register HERE or the ultimate planners can pay for an AwakenHub Annual Event Pass (cheaper & easier). We can automatically register you for events throughout the year or maybe considering applying to AwakenClub which also includes access to our private online founders community.
With thanks as always to our AwakenHub partners and sponsors. As a registered social enterprise we are driven by our social impact mission to change the landscape for women founders for generations to come and we couldn't do it without all of your support.
AwakenHub Derry HoHoHo’s
Join us on 11th December for an informal couple of hours to meet with the AwakenHub/AwakenAngels co-founders in the gorgeous GuildHall TapHouse.
Pop in for a drink and a chat. No agenda. Just pure 'get to know you' vibes.
Open to any women founders / investors interested in AwakenHub and/or AwakenAngels.
Cash Bar plus please RSVP HERE so we know who to expect.
See you there!
AwakenHub Cork HoHoHo's
Join us for an informal couple of hours to meet with the AwakenHub/AwakenAngels co-founders in the gorgeous The River Club, River Lee Hotel on 7 December.
Pop in for a drink and a chat. No agenda. Just pure 'get to know you' vibes.
Open to any women founders / investors interested in AwakenHub and/or AwakenAngels.
Cash Bar plus please RSVP so we know who to expect.
See you there!
AwakenHub Cork HoHos Tickets, Thu 7 Dec 2023 at 18:00 | Eventbrite
StartUp 101 – Founder Insights on Growing Your Business
StartUp101 - Back To Basics. Join AwakenHub cofounder Sinead Crowley as she chats with Ciara Sheahan of Orb Media and Katrina Bradley of Numersee for a ‘nuts n’bolts’ speed learning event
It’s that time of the year with new horizons imminent. Many of you thinking about starting your own entrepreneurial journey, in need of a little boost or to supercharge your startup with gusto into a new year?
StartUp life involves a steep learning curve. It has it own eco-system of language, culture and knowledge which can leave a gap for those who ‘don’t know what they don’t know’.
Would you benefit from a Back to Basics event with inspirational women founders who have walked the walk before you covering:
Mindset
How to create a business around a ‘sound’ idea
First steps in building your business
Follow the money
Who to trust
Ambition to grow
AwakenHub co-founder Sinead Crowley will hosting and the session will consist of:
Two panel events
Two ‘secret sauce’ breakout rooms
Time always as well for those burning questions.
Register HERE or the ultimate planners can pay for an AwakenHub Annual Event Pass (cheaper & easier). We can automatically register you for events throughout the year or maybe considering applying to AwakenClub which also includes access to our private online founders community.
With thanks as always to our AwakenHub partners and sponsors. As a registered social enterprise we are driven by our social impact mission to change the landscape for women founders for generations to come and we couldn't do it without all of your support.
AwakenClub Drop-In - Retail/Fashion Tech & Raising Investment
Join our Monthly DropIn on Friday November 10th November 2023 as we talk all things Retail/Fashion Tech and Raising Investment with Shana Chu of Tailr and Rachel McCausland of Taylor Wessing Ireland.
The Monthly DropIn's are informal but super valuable for those looking to tease out founder challenges, build extra knowledge, capacity and connectivity and of course to get to know eachother better.
This is a closed session for AwakenClub members only.
In addition to our open AwakenHub Community events we curate an online women founders community called AwakenClub which includes closed online DropIns (clinics or as we like to call them ‘Chatty Kathy’ sessions) as well as a community of shared intelligence with fellow founders, Big Sisters and the AwakenHub Co-Founder Team.
Thanks to Taylor Wessing Ireland for being a valued partner of AwakenHub.
How to Catch an Angel Investor
Join us for a 'money can't buy' AwakenHub session on "How to Catch an Angel Investor" two-way armchair chat with AwakenHub/AwakenAngels co-founders Mary McKenna, MBE & Denise McQuaid on Tuesday 17 October at 5pm online. Denise and Mary will take turns interviewing eachother and we can't even tell you how many 💎 🚀 will come out of this 'chat'.
If you are a #founder, #startup, #earlystage #angelinvestor or in the eco-system this is one for you. Gain #insights, #knowledge, #strategy #capacity into the world of angel investing to help you on your fundrasing journey. There will of course be our legendary Breakout Rooms to allow for lots of chat and getting to know other #AwakenHubbers.
ICYMI Mary McKenna, MBE is the first ever dual-winner of UK Business Angel of the Year and EU Female Angel of the Year. A serial angel investor, exited entrepreneur, Expert Advisor to the European Commission, Entrepreneurship Expert at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.
Denise McQuaid will share her experience as a decades long advocate for entrepreneurship and innovation, knowledge as a CEO of a EU based VC firm, and Growth Advisor at Cranfield University.
Register HERE OR the ultimate planners can pay for an AwakenHub Annual Event Pass (cheaper & easier). We can automatically register you for events throughout the year or maybe considering applying to AwakenClub which also includes access to our private online founders community.
With thanks as always to our AwakenHub partners and sponsors. As a registered social enterprise we are driven by our social impact mission to change the landscape for women founders for generations to come and we couldn't do it without all of your support.
Wonder Women at the Forefront of AI
Join us online for a collaborative event presented by AwakenHub and Women in AI with the support of InterTradeIreland.
The event, co-hosted by AwakenHub co-founder Mary McKenna and Women in AI Global President Dr Alessandra Sala, will shine a spotlight on women founders who are leading AI-based startups.
Founders include Avril Power, Co-Founder of Giyst, Emma McClenaghan, Co-Founder & CEO of Genysys Engine Ltd, Róisín Maguire, Co-Founder & CEO of Seedling and Rohini De, Founder of Empeal.
Additionally, we will celebrate the exceptional Women In AI Ireland chapter, known for its pioneering work in AI innovation, with Dr. Begüm Genç McEvoy, Ireland Ambassador of Women in AI.
AI is undeniably a trending topic, and many women-founded startups are incorporating AI into their ventures, whether in digital, edtech, or healthtech sectors, the goal is to encourage more women with AI expertise to collaborate with women-founded startups.
Advance registration is required to get log on details. Register here.
This event is the start of a beautiful new relationship between AwakenHub and Women in AI
With thanks to InterTradeIreland for supporting this event.
SheGenerate3.0 Live Information Session Series
Free to attend live Information Sessions on AwakenHub SheGenerate accelerator lite programme for women founders & startups.
Join us for one of a series of live short sessions to get a quick overview on SheGenerate but most importantly to figure out if this is the programme for you to apply for.
- Sitting on the start-up fence?
- Started your founder journey but in need of a wrap-around programme to help you get to the next stage?
- Doing that side hustle thing and want to go full on into your founder journey?
SheGenerate is now in it's third year. Expressions of Interest are open until 18 September. Takes minutes to apply. You don't have to apply before you register to join the session but it would be useful if you could take a few mintues to read about the programme so you have an idea as to what to expect.
There are a bunch of dates to choose from but they are in essence all the same so you only need to register for one up to and including 13 September 2023. If you miss these you must sign up to one of two closed Information Sessions which will take place after EOI close on 18 September. Link to book is included in your EOI form.
Thanks to SheGenerate Sponsors - Taylor Wessing, Catalyst NI, British Business Bank and Ulster Bank Northern Ireland.
Information Sessions for Applicants to SheGenerate3.0
If you have not already done so by the time you submit your Expression of Interest for SheGen3.0 you must attend one of the below online information sessions for your application to be considered.
Monday 18th September, from 5pm to 5:45 pm
Tuesday, 19th September, from 12 pm to 12:45 pm
Registration details are shared on your application confirmation.
SheGenerate is kindly supported by lead sponsor Taylor Wessing and support sponsors Catalyst, British Business Bank and Ulster Bank Northern Ireland.
Start-up Fundraising Masterclass
Join us in London for an action-packed weekend masterclass on Startup Fundraising exclusively designed for women founders based anywhere in Europe.
This impactful 2-day program will be held in London on 19th and 20th August, featuring speed-networking lunches and a Saturday evening meet-up for socialising with peers and great networking opportunities.
This bespoke opportunity aims to empower women founders with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to successfully raise funds for their startup ventures.
As a woman founder you will:
Have the opportunity to build your network whilst gaining valuable insights, strategies and practical guidance to navigate the complex world of startup fundraising.
Learn how to approach fundraising, develop a tailored strategy, identify investors, create a pitch deck, master investor outreach, navigate negotiations and prepare for investor due diligence.
AwakenAngels Information Session Series
Series of information sessions on AwakenAngels.
AwakenClub DropIn Session
In addition to our open AwakenHub Community events we curate an online women founders community called AwakenClub which includes closed online DropIns (clinics or as we like to call them ‘Chatty Kathy’ sessions) as well as a community of support. with fellow founders, Big Sisters and the AwakenHub Co-Founder Team. They are informal and super valuable for those looking to tease out founder challenges, build extra knowledge, capacity and connectivity.
There is a very simple form to fill in which mostly amounts to you understanding our terms of engagement and making sure we are good fit for each other. More details HERE.
AwakenHub & AwakenAngels - Women Founders & Angel Investors Community
Join us for private drinks and chat on evening of 18 July 2023 to meet some of the AwakenHub / AwakenAngels team.
Join us for in-person drinks & chat in Cork on 18 July 2023, 6-8pm thanks to our friends and host at Glandore
AwakenHub/AwakenAngels co-founder Sinead Crowley will be chatting with Susan Hayes Culleton, MD ,Hayes Culleton about AwakenHub - the only all Island community for women founders and AwakenAngels - the first women-led island of Ireland angel investor syndicate investing in women-founded businesses.
This is an invitation only event and spaces are strictly limited for Irish based women founders at all stages on their journey and those interested in investing (first timers or experienced angel investors equally welcome). Advance registration HERE is required to gain access to the building.
AwakenHub is a 3000 strong island of Ireland community for women founders at all stages on their journey. We are also launching the first ever all island women-led investor syndicate, AwakenAngels, investing in women founded businesses opening up the world of investment by making it affordable, educational, accessible and inclusive with investment starting at 2k. What's not to love about that.
Applications are also open for SheGen3.0 - a sponsored 8 month programme of support for early stage women founders acros the island of Ireland.
For more information www.awakenhub.com/awakenangels
We would like to thank Glandore for their support in hosting this event and Susan Hayes for being a total legend, friend and ally of ours from the start.