Gary Stokes

We’re recruiting a Communications Project Manager! ⌛Closing date: Monday 9th March 1pm ⌛ ✔ Salary: £44,759–£46,526 per annum ✔ 1-year fixed-term contract ✔ Flexible working arrangements ✔ Attractive pension package ✔ 30 days’ annual leave Interested? Apply now ⬇️ eu1.hubs.ly/H0sfVHN0

Thank you to everybody who helped make #VCC2026 such a big success. This year's VCC welcomed over 600 entrepreneurs and investors, and saw keynote speeches and panel discussions across three panel stages. Read more here: eu1.hubs.ly/H0slBBd0

⌛Last chance to register ⏳ Join us at the Venture Capital Conference 2026 for a day of powerful keynotes, interactive discussions, and high-value networking. 📆Thursday 5th March 2026 ⏰8am – 2.30pm 📍ICC, Belfast Connect with investors, founders, and industry leaders navigating today’s changing investment landscape. Secure your place today 👇 eu1.hubs.ly/H0s8XR90

We’re recruiting a Communications Project Manager! ✔ Salary: £44,759–£46,526 per annum ✔ 1-year fixed-term contract ✔ Flexible working arrangements ✔ Attractive pension package ✔ 30 days’ annual leave Interested? Apply now ⬇️ eu1.hubs.ly/H0rQGCf0

Calling all entrepreneurs and investors 📢 We're looking forward to our highly anticipated #VCC26 returning to ICC, Belfast on Thursday 5th March. This is the event to attend if you're looking to connect with early-stage and start-up businesses in the equity ecosystem on the island of Ireland. Click this link to find out more and secure your place today👇eu1.hubs.ly/H0rXRs40

Join entrepreneurs, start-ups, venture capitalists, business angels and investors at our free Venture Capital Conference 2026. Register now: eu1.hubs.ly/H0qSTsy0

𝗕𝗘𝗧 𝗠𝗖𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗨𝗣 𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗪 🟪🟪 We have been drawn at home to Linfield FC in the quarter final of the #BetMcLeanCup. The winners will then play the winners of Ballymena United and Larne in the Semi-final. #YourCityYourClub | #BetMcLeanCup

@IrishRail At Dundalk on the 14.00 enterprise from Belfast. Any ideas on what is going to happen

Update: Northern Line services remain suspended until further notice. Dublin Bus are accepting valid rail tickets. Update to follow. -AD

Register for our next Funding Advisory Service Workshop on Thursday 6th November. This session delivered by Grant Thornton Ireland on behalf of InterTradeIreland will give you the opportunity to find out about the main sources of funding for growth suitable for your business. 🕙08:30-11:00am 📍Mobius, Grant Thornton, Dublin Sign up now 👇 eu1.hubs.ly/H0nPp9T0

Register for our next Funding Advisory Service Workshop on Thursday 6th November. This session delivered by Grant Thornton Ireland on behalf of InterTradeIreland will give you the opportunity to find out about the main sources of funding for growth suitable for your business. 🕙08:30-11:00am 📍Mobius, Grant Thornton, Dublin Sign up now 👇 eu1.hubs.ly/H0p6R-x0

Register for our next Funding Advisory Service Workshop on Thursday 6th November. This session delivered by Grant Thornton Ireland on behalf of InterTradeIreland will give you the opportunity to find out about the main sources of funding for growth suitable for your business. 🕙08:30-11:00am 📍Mobius, Grant Thornton, Dublin Sign up now 👇 eu1.hubs.ly/H0nB2Y40

We are witnessing a very sad moment in American history. The President of the United States is aligning himself with the dictator of Russia, Vladimir Putin, to undermine the independence of Ukraine and its democracy. Here are my thoughts:

“Irish is a dead language!” Listen to Misha Yerhidzé, a 10 year old Ukranian boy who fled the war with his mother just over two years ago and settled in Baile an Fheirtéaraigh, in the West Kerry Gaeltacht. He has embraced the language and music of his new community.

In Belarus this week someone told me “There's no alternative to Alexander Lukashenko as leader of our country.” Who said that? One of the candidates who’s been allowed to run against Lukashenko in the election. Our report from Minsk. Producer @LizaShuvalova Cam. @AntonChicherov

🚀 Unlock Funding with SEIS & EIS Join us for an online workshop with Sapphire Capital Partners and learn how your company can raise capital using the SEIS and EIS schemes. 📆Wednesday 4th December 🕙10:00am-10:30am 📍Online webinar Register today: eu1.hubs.ly/H0d-50t0

We're delighted to announce that we've successfully completed our renovations and are back in business at Sugar Island! We’re offering 20% off instore and online between 30th Oct and 2nd Nov. Shop online using the code BACK20. Visit: tinyurl.com/yc5vu5jk #McCartanBros

Are you an established company in Northern Ireland seeking to grow your business and in need of funding? Join our Funding Advisory Service Workshop on Thursday 14th November, delivered by @GrantThorntonNI on behalf of InterTradeIreland. Register👉eu1.hubs.ly/H0dn0Wc0

Are you an established company in Ireland seeking funding to grow your business? Register for our next Funding Advisory Service workshop on Tuesday 5th November, delivered by @GrantThorntonIE 🕣08:30-11am 📍Mobius, Grant Thornton, Dublin Register👉eu1.hubs.ly/H0dcTFB0

My message on Ukraine’s Independence Day