In association with The Interceltic Business Forum, OCO is delighted to announce the launch of the Interceltic Scaling Awards, a competition for Celtic SMEs operating in Technology, Manufacturing, or Services. The awards aim to celebrate the diverse, innovative, and thriving businesses across the Celtic regions.

The awards will recognise Celtic businesses for their ambition and achievements and will be open to start-ups and scale-ups across the Celtic Regions. Hosted in Lorient, Brittany, on the 12th of August 2024, during the Interceltic Business Forum, part of the Festival Interceltique de Lorient, this is your chance to elevate your brand on a distinguished platform and gain well-deserved recognition for your contributions to the Celtic industry.

Apply until 30 th June

The most compelling company from each Celtic region will be shortlisted for the final. They will then engage in an interview session with judges, during which they will present their value proposition and answer questions.

The five finalists will travel to Lorient, with their travel and accommodation costs paid. There, they will have PR and networking opportunities as representatives of their region.

Finalists will receive awards including:

• €20K funding (winner)
• €5K funding support ( 2 runners-up)
• Mentoring by OCO Global & Partner Organisations
• Incubation/soft landing support in partnering Celtic region
• Invitation to the Festival Interceltique de Lorient
• Exclusive access to the Interceltic Trade Platform powered by OCO Global

This unique competition will provide the Celtic business community with an opportunity to engage and network with fellow entrepreneurs, investors, and advisors and showcase the most diverse, innovative, and thriving businesses across the five Celtic regions — and you could be one of them!

Think you’re a contender?

Entry criteria includes:

• HQ in one of the Celtic regions
• Revenue of €250K (min)
• Establish for 2 years (min)
• Operating across Technology, Manufacturing or Services (with a sustainability dimension)

Apply now and find out more here

www.ocoglobal.com/news/apply-now-the-interceltic-scaling-awards-2024/

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