Help to start your business with Go Succeed NI

Join us on Thursday 5^th September, from 2 pm hosted by Go Succeed NI and Derry City and Strabane District Council in partnership with the African Caribbean Community Network at the Lincoln Court Community Centre This event is designed to support those who have an idea and want to see what support is available to help them start a business. Learn from Priscilla Gbadamosi founder of ElGloree and find out how to access free business advice from Go Succeed - NI Business Support (go-succeed.com)

Speaker Bio 

 Affiong Asim (Fifi)  is a Nigerian immigrant who is passionate about community building and development and works with ACCN helping to create a niche for the Africans and Caribbeans in Londonderry. Her dream is to see African and Caribbean immigrants rebuild their lives in Derry and fully integrate into various sectors in the community; thereby, contributing to community growth and business development.

 Maria McKeever is a Business Officer at Derry City & Strabane District Council (DCSDC), where she specialises in supporting small businesses and start-ups. With a strong background in digital marketing, business development, and strategic planning, Maria brings over a decade of experience in empowering businesses to grow and succeed. She plays a pivotal role in the Go Succeed NI initiative, providing guidance and resources for new start businesses, including access to grants and funding opportunities. Her passion for innovation and commitment to community development make her a valuable advocate for local entrepreneurs.

Priscilla Gbadamosi is a small business owner who established her small business in Londonderry, producing natural hair care products which she exports across UK and Ireland. Priscilla runs El Gloree Naturals which specialises in natural and organic ingredients for hair and skin care. Priscilla received help to start and grow her business through Derry City and Strabane District Council and North West Regional College. She will share how these supports helped her along her journey to success.

Key Learning Outcomes

Participants of the African Caribbean Community Network Business Expo will:

• Understand visa regulations regarding starting a business in Northern Ireland
• Gain insights into business support to start a business
• Learn about grant funding for start-ups
• Explore your business idea and learn about mentoring opportunities
• Learn from Priscilla Gbadamosi on how she started and grew her business in Northern Ireland

This event aims to support immigrants who want to start a business in Northern Ireland and those from ethnic minority owned businesses striving for growth.  This event is fully funded as part of Go Succeed NI Business Support in Derry and Strabane.  Go Succeed represents a significant investment in local entrepreneurs and businesses, funded by the UK Government.