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Assistance
KILKENNY COUNTY ENTERPRISE BOARD

42 Parliament Street, Kilkenny

T: (056) 775 2662
F: (056) 775 1649
E: enquiries@kceb.ie
W: www.kceb.ie
Contact: Sean McKeown, CEO

Categories: Debt; E-Business; Equity; Grants; Information; Mentoring; Start-up Training; Training

The objective of the Kilkenny County Enterprise Board over the period 2001 - 2006 is based upon two strategic aims:

  • Micro-Enterprise Development:
    To develop the entrepreneurial capability and job creation potential of micro-enterprises in County Kilkenny and to maximise their contribution to the local economy.
  • General Indigenous Development:
    To develop Kilkenny's profile as a competitive, innovative centre of excellence through utilisation of existing core strengths.

The CEB offers:

  • Business information, advice and counselling
  • Selective financial assistance
  • Training and management development support.

The County & City Enterprise Boards have four types of financial incentives available:

  • Feasibility Study Grant (BMW region: maximum €6,350; South and East region: maximum €5,100).
  • Capital (/Refundable Capital) Grant up to €75,000.
  • Employment (/Refundable Employment) Grant up to €7,500 per new employee up to 10 employees. The employment grant may also apply to a person starting up his/her own business.
  • Equity Finance – up to €75,000 can be invested in qualifying limited companies in the form of Preference Share Investment.

The County & City Enterprise Boards provide a full Information and Advisory service to new and existing entrepreneurs on all aspects of setting up and running a business.

The Boards operate in their own areas as a “single point of contact and referral service” for all State agencies and organisations, providing information on enterprise incentives, business structures, taxation, regulatory obligations, workspace availability, market research, upskilling opportunities, business and strategic planning etc. Most Boards have available extensive libraries and information centres, which are at the disposal of clients.