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The latest updates from Propelor as well as important news and updates from our Clients.

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Irish BICs launch NextWave: a national accelerator for women founders delivered on behalf of Enterprise Ireland
Validate, build and scale with confidence in NextWave - a 10-week accelerator for women founders delivered nationally by the Irish BICs with Enterprise Ireland.

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Prep4Seed Accelerator kicks off in Kilkenny
13 high-growth start-ups selected to complete Prep4Seed - a 12 week intensive Investor Readiness programme delivered by the Irish BICs in collaboration with Enterprise Ireland.

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The Big Pitch 2025: Applications Now Open
Applications are now open for The Big Pitch 2025, Propelor’s flagship startup competition. Finalists will receive expert mentorship and compete on stage for a €7,500 prize. Find out more and apply before 30th September.

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Impact Report: Irish BICs Engage with more than 1,000 New Clients Between 2022 and 2024
Irish BICs ( Business Innovation Centres) which support Startups to access funding, mentorship and specialised resources have launched their Impact Report. This is the first time the four BICs from around Ireland have come together to launch a combined report.

- Blog
What the AI Act Means for Startups
A practical breakdown of the EU AI Act for founders using AI: what's required, when it kicks in, and how to stay compliant without stalling innovation.

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How to Pitch for Investment with Impact
Our latest Investment Fundamentals event is now live on YouTube. Hear expert advice from startup coaches, founders, and Propelor Consultants on what it takes to deliver a standout investor pitch.