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      Going for Growth is inviting ambitious female owner managers to apply for the 19th cycle of the programme and join a thriving community of peers who can support them throughout their entire business journey.

      The award-winning initiative begins with a six-month programme, but its support extends well beyond that first cycle.

      Since its launch in 2008, more than 1,200 businesswomen have completed the programme, which is the route to being part of the wider Going for Growth community of female business leaders.

      Apply now


      Applications are open for the 19th cycle of Going for Growth, which is supported by Enterprise Ireland, KPMG and Manverton      . It is open to female business owner managers and entrepreneurs across all sectors who are looking to grow and scale their businesses. The programme is free for those selected.

      Some 60 places are available, and applications can be made until midnight, November 27.

      To request an application form, visit www.GoingforGrowth.com.

      Pictured at the Going for Growth Community Forum were (l-r): Sarah Walker, Enterprise Ireland; Susan Spence, Manverton; Vanessa Creaven, Spotlight Oral Care and Olivia Lynch, KPMG Pictured at the Going for Growth Community Forum were (l-r): Sarah Walker, Enterprise Ireland; Susan Spence, Manverton; Vanessa Creaven, Spotlight Oral Care and Olivia Lynch, KPMG

      The vital support of Lead Entrepreneurs

      Round tables will be facilitated by successful businesswomen, known as Lead Entrepreneurs, whose participation is completely voluntary and done in a spirit of altruism. 

      Former Going for Growth participants account for NINE of this year’s 11 voluntary Lead Entrepreneurs, which is another indicator of the ongoing community aspect of the programme.  

      The nine former participants are Caroline Reidy, NFP HR Solutions, Chupi Sweetman-Durney, Chupi; Jeananne O’Brien, Artizan Food Co.; Leonora O’Brien, Blazer; Louella Morton, TestReach; Marissa Carter, Cocoa Brown; Oonagh O’Hagan, Meaghers Pharmacy Group; Tara Beattie, Prepsheets.com; and Vanessa Creaven, Spotlight Oral Care. They are joined by two other highly successful Lead Entrepreneurs: Susan Spence, Manverton, formerly SoftCo, and Fidelma McGuirk, Payslip.

      Hear from the participants

      As a dentist I didn’t have any formal business training when I set up Spotlight Oral Care, with my sister Lisa. Growth for Growth filled in the gaps and gave me the fundamentals on how to develop and grow a business.

      It’s been 10 years since I first participated in Going for Growth and I still speak to some of the entrepreneurs from that initial group. You really do develop a great network of women as part of the Going for Growth community.

      Also, the topic-based workshops can help if you are going through any growth, HR, operational or logistic issues. You can problem solve them as a group.

      Vanessa Creaven

      Co-founder of Spotlight Oral Care

      Going for Growth Lead Entrepreneur and Community Member

      Hear from the organisers

      Enterprise Ireland is committed to increasing opportunities for women entrepreneurs and supporting them at every stage of their business journey. This includes working with colleagues and partners from across the ecosystem, to ensure we foster the skills, ambition, and talent, and ensure that Ireland is a great location to start and scale a business. That is why Enterprise Ireland is proud to continue our support for Going for Growth, a programme which supports women entrepreneurs to scale their businesses and realise their growth ambitions.

      Over the past 18 cycles, this initiative has demonstrated its impact in helping women-led businesses to increase revenue, create employment, and expand into new markets, and I would encourage all eligible entrepreneurs to apply and to engage with the peer support, expert guidance, and leadership offered through this unique programme.

      Jenny Melia

      CEO

      Enterprise Ireland

      “Supporting female entrepreneurs as they build and scale their businesses remains a core priority for KPMG. Scaling in today’s market demands clarity of strategy, strong operational foundations, and smart, data driven decision making, especially as technology and AI continue to influence business.

      Through tailored KPMG workshops and the invaluable guidance of Lead Entrepreneurs, Going for Growth equips participants with the tools, network, and insights to scale with confidence and build resilient businesses for the future. We look forward to supporting the next cycle of ambitious female entrepreneurs in 2027.

      Olivia Lynch

      Partner

      KPMG

      Find out more

      To find out more about the Going for Growth programme, go to www.goingforgrowth.com.

       

      Get in touch

      For further information on the Going for Growth programme, please contact Olivia Lynch of our Private Enterprise team.

      We'd be delighted to hear from you.

      Olivia Lynch

      Partner, Tax

      KPMG in Ireland

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