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What an honor it was this afternoon to serve as a judge at the PorterShed Galway’s inaugural GenAI hackathon alongside Maurice O'Gorman & Ainslie Peters - buzzing with energy after the event! The creativity, dedication, innovation & teamwork over the past 24 hours was truly inspirational. Huge congratulations to team PorterShed - Rosemary Gallagher Dushyant Singh Mary Rodgers the over 50 participants, 8 teams (winning Team Furrows!) & ecosystem of facilitator’s, mentors & speakers who showcased a fantastic blend of technical prowess & visionary thinking. Your passion for sustainability, AI & entrepreneurship is exactly what the world needs right now. Kudos also to Signify Health Ireland’s favorite artist Finbar McHugh for being brave enough to take on the robots in the Artist v AI challenge & coming out on top 💪Already looking forward to the next event! #AI #GenAI #StartUpCommunity #Hackathon #Sustainability #Innovation #PorterShed #TechForGood

🚀 Join Us for the "Innovation Across Borders: Building Stronger Ecosystems Through Collaboration" Workshop! 🌐 Are you passionate about fostering innovation and cross-border collaboration? Don't miss out on our upcoming online workshop designed to empower business support organisations, universities, startups, SMEs, and innovators with the tools and insights to build thriving ecosystems. 📅 Date: June 25th, 10:00 – 12:00 CET This workshop, hosted by The ACCELERO project, will provide you with valuable knowledge and practical strategies to connect with international partners, share best practices, and leverage current cooperation opportunities to drive innovation and growth. Key Highlights: - 🌟 Leverage ACCELERO: Learn how the ACCELERO project bridges the gap between European innovation ecosystems and discover how to utilise its resources and network for your benefit. - 🛠️ Explore Euroquity: Dive into the Euroquity matchmaking platform and connect with startups, investors, and innovation leaders across Europe. - 🤝 Real-World Success Stories: Hear from Business Support Organisations that have piloted innovative services through the ACCELERO project, showcasing tangible results. - 🚀 Access Free Support Programmes: Gain insights into the EIC Scaling Club, EU-LAC Digital Accelerator, and SPECTRA Project, and find out how these initiatives can propel your innovation journey. Participation is free, but registration is required to secure your spot. 🔗 Register now to confirm your attendance: https://lnkd.in/dTtjgtMK This workshop represents our collective effort to enhance and orchestrate innovation ecosystems across Europe. Together, we can inspire, innovate, and drive sustainable growth and collaboration. We are proud to collaborate with our esteemed partners: EurA AG, EBN - European Business & Innovation Centre Network, bwcon, BIC Innobridge, EuroQuity - Bpifrance, and Krakowski Park Technologiczny | Krakow Technology Park, with the support of the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Let's make a lasting impact on the innovation landscape. Join us on June 25th! #EUInnovationEcosystems #innovation #startups #SMEs #HorizonEU

Save the date... PorterShed are hosting their first ever GenAI Hackathon! Date: 21st & 22nd June Venue: PorterShed a Dó, 15 Markey St, Galway. So, who should join the fun? AI-Enabled: Startups already rocking AI, looking to level up their tech game. AI-Curious: Startups on the edge of AI adoption, seeking some guidance. AI Experts & Power Users: Gurus ready to lead, innovate, and inspire on the AI journey. New to the Startup Scene: The SPECTRA challenge is perfect for those looking to use AI to tackle environmental issues like waste, water pollution, and air quality monitoring. We’ve lined up incredible speakers, mentors, and a whole lot of fun for the hackathon. 🎉 Click the link below to register and find out more! https://bit.ly/3UvcReN Caroline Cawley itag - Technology Dee Timoney Sheila Casey Niamh Kerrigan PorterShed #GenAi #Hackathon #itag #AI

Excited to announce our upcoming panel discussion: "Helping Investors Find the Next Big Thing" at the Creative Business Cup 2024 Global Finals! Get inside the investor’s mind and understand how you can be the next star they are looking for! Learn how to attract investors from non-creative sectors to expand your funding opportunities. Discover what criteria investors use, the challenges they face, and what can be done to attract more investment in the creative and cultural industries. Join us to get investments insights at the discussion led by Ece Elbirlik Ürkmez (Inci Foundation/Energy Source), Thierry Baujard (Media Deals), Helena Rosandic Sepic (1MillionStartups & Startaparat). Don't miss out! Sign up and register from here to secure your spot at Creative Business Cup 2024 Global Finals: https://lnkd.in/di4kJkQC Join My Creative Networks to stay up-to-date on all our events, engage with fellow creatives and be a part of a community: https://lnkd.in/dzpw7wku 🗓️ Date: 03.06.2024 🕒 Time: 13:45 – 14:30 📍 Location: Copenhagen City Hall SPECTRA | Western Development Commission | Media Deals | BIC Innobridge | CREW #SeeYouInCopenhagen #Copenhagen #CBC2024 #Startups #mediadeals #spectra #bicinnobridge #crew #westerndevelopment