BUILDING CRAFT ENTERPRISE - Making it in  Business Programme 2010
Building on the Foundations of the 2008 - 2009 Making it in Business Programme the CCoI has launched a new programme which will commence in September 2010. If you have product close to market ready and wish to optimize opportunities in the mainstream or collector markets and believe that  you have the potential to grow your business then download the application form, complete and return by the 25th of June (however, applications will be accepted until Wednesday 30th June).

If you have further questions please contact:

Emer Ferran
Enterprise Development Programme Manager
Tel: 056 7796144
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Download Making it in Business Application Form Here:

DEVELOPING CRAFT ENTERPRISES PROGRAMME 2010

CCoI's Education, Training & Development Team is delighted to invite CCoI clients to apply for this year’s newly designed Enterprise and Training Programme ‘Developing Craft Enterprises 2010’ which includes a broad range of new initiatives to help support, develop and grow craft enterprises. We strongly encourage our clients to consider dedicating a portion of their time in 2010 to professional development and training. Highlights of some of the new initiatives include the following:

(1) CCoI Professional Development Fund 2010

(2) CCoI Professional Development Programme 2010

(3) CCoI Mentoring Service 2010 - Autumn Call Out

Full details on how to apply and closing dates are below. Contact for general enquiries .

(1.) CONTINUED PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FUND 2010

CCoI is launching a new fund available to all CCoI clients who want to pursue further training or research into their craft discipline. A new fund called the CPD fund is open to all makers who are interested in furthering their own development with workshops, master classes or research into their discipline. A maximum amount of €500 is available for each individual application and funding is allocated on a matched funding basis.

Closing date for applications is extended to May 21st, 2010

Download application form here.

For further information contact:

Mary Whelan,
Client Liason Officer,
Tel: 056 7796131
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(2.) CCoI PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME 2010

CCoI has developed a series of regional workshops designed specifically for craft enterprises, which are available to CCoI clients throughout 2010.

The workshops address key themes such as Selling and Marketing your craft product, Managing your Business Finances and Innovating your Craft Business.

Workshops will be delivered in three locations nationwide: Dublin, Cork and Galway and participants who successfully complete four workshops and a work related assignment will be awarded a Crafts Council of Ireland Certificate in Craft Enterprise Development.

Dublin
- Branding & Packaging your Craft Products May 18
- Marketing Tools & Supports for your Craft Enterprise June 15
- Managing your Business Finances September 21
- Innovating Your Craft Business October 19

Cork
- Selling your craft product through different channels June 17
- Pricing & costing your Craft Products June 23
- Accessing Business Supports for your Craft Business September 14
- Digital photography skills for Craft Business October 12

Galway
- Developing New Revenue Streams for your Craft Business May 25
- Marketing Tools and Supports for your Craft Business June 22
- Funding & Awards and how to best present your enterprise when completing applications September 28
- Accessing Business Supports for Craft Business November 2

Costs
The cost to CCoI registered members is €40 per participant. This cost includes tuition, materials, lunch and refreshments. Workshops are subject to a minimum number of participants and CCoI reserves the right to cancel or defer workshops.

To Book Contact:
Amanda Walsh
Education, Training & Development Administrator
Tel: 056 7796134
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Download Booking Form here:

(3) MENTORING SERVICE 2010 - autumn call out

Closing date: September 30th, 2010

This autumn, CCoI clients can once again apply for a craft business mentor or a craft peer mentor to assist in the development of their craft enterprise. Since the launch of the scheme last April it has proved very popular with clients – with 26 craft enterprises benefiting to date. 

In preparation for the Christmas season and Showcase 2011, this is a great opportunity to seek expert business advice on various areas of your business including; retail assistance, stand design, product advice, pricing, marketing, selling online and much more.

CCoI clients can avail of a series of ‘one on one’ mentoring sessions with a business or craft expert - up to a maximum of 5 individual sessions based on specific business requirements.

In order to be considered for mentoring, applicants must:

•    Be a registered client with CCoI
•    Identify a specific commercial need that can be supported by mentoring
•    Demonstrate a desire to grow and develop your craft business

To apply:
Application forms and further details (including a short biography of available mentors) can be downloaded from the Opportunities section of the CCoI website at: http://www.ccoi.ie/directory/listing.php?listing_ID=1529

For further information contact:
To Book Contact:
Amanda Walsh
Education & Training Administrator
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Launched July 7th, 2009 by Minister for Education and Science, Mr Batt O’Keeffe T.D.

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