Irish Startup Week 2024: Bridging the Gap Between Irish and NYC Startup Ecosystems, Irish Startup Week (ISW) 2024 is set to take place from October 1st to 3rd in the heart of New York City, promising an exciting opportunity for Irish entrepreneurs and startups looking to scale their businesses in the United States. This three-day event, hosted at Bank of Ireland’s NYC Hub, aims to deepen the connectivity between the Irish and NYC startup ecosystems.
What is Irish Startup Week?
ISW is a carefully curated series of public and private events organized by Digital Irish. The event brings together:
- Irish startups with ambitions to scale in the U.S.
- Irish ex-pats and Irish-American Tech leaders
- VCs and angel investors
- Ecosystem leaders
Who Should Attend?
The event is tailored for Irish entrepreneurs and startup founders who are:
- In the tech or tech-enabled sector
- Seed or Series A venture-backed
- Ready to enter or expand into the U.S. market
- Have started selling in the U.S.
- Have an executive team member in or moving to the U.S.
Event Highlights
Workshops and Panels: Daily sessions run from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, covering various aspects of scaling in the U.S. market.
Networking Opportunities: Evening networking events from 6:00 PM provide ample opportunities to connect with industry professionals.
Expert Speakers: While the 2024 lineup is yet to be announced, previous years have featured successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders such as Oisin Hanrahan (co-founder of Handy.com) and Alice Delahunt (former Chief Digital Officer at Ralph Lauren).
Meeting Opportunities: The 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM window is reserved for startups to organize meetings, with office space provided when available.
How to Participate
ISW 2024 has space for 25 startups, selected through an application process. While there is no registration fee, attendees are expected to cover their own travel and accommodation costs.
Why Attend Irish Startup Week?
- Ecosystem Connectivity: ISW offers a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between the Irish and NYC startup ecosystems.
- Expert Insights: Gain valuable knowledge from successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders.
- Networking: Connect with potential investors, partners, and fellow entrepreneurs.
- U.S. Market Entry: Learn strategies for successfully entering and expanding in the U.S. market.
Irish Startup Week 2024 presents an invaluable opportunity for Irish startups to take their first steps into the U.S. market or expand their existing presence. By fostering connections between the Irish and NYC startup ecosystems, ISW is paving the way for the next generation of Irish entrepreneurial success stories on the global stage.
