Gerry Cooke, Anne-Marie Hannon, George Stephens and John O’Connell of Blackhall Financial Services and Stephens Cooke.

Blackhall Financial and Stephens Cooke host Brexit seminar

As most people are aware, Brexit has been a dominating theme over the last two years and it is likely to remain so over the coming years.

What is noticeable to date, is that the Brexit impact is vast and spreads across many different areas including political, social and business.

While we know there have been many speeches, seminars, updates, and conferences held on this topic over the last three years, now that the UK has officially left the EU, we at Blackhall Financial Services and Stephens Cooke and Associates feel it is a good time to revisit the potential impacts and more importantly find out what supports are available for SMEs that are affected.

In view of the above we are holding a Brexit Seminar on Thursday February 20 in the Mullingar Park Hotel, at 8.30am.

Our keynote speakers at the seminar include Jim Power, economist; and Deirdre Maguire, Brexit advisory manager for InterTradeIreland.

Jim is one of Ireland’s leading and best-known economic analysts. He has a wealth of experience in delivering insightful economic analysis, forecasts and commentary to both Irish and international audiences.

He writes regularly for national newspapers and is a regular contributor to radio and TV debates and discussions.

Deirdre has vast experience working in the private sector with a wide range of businesses, particularly SMEs. In 2019, she joined InterTrade Ireland as its Brexit advisory manager.

This service helps SMEs trading cross border to navigate changes as a result of the UK’s exit from the EU. It provides a wide range of free supports and funding to meet the needs of business.

InterTradeIreland is the only organisation which has been given responsibility by both governments to boost North South economic co-operation to the mutual benefit of Ireland and Northern Ireland. It is a powerful resource for business growth, helping SMEs through a strong mix of business intelligence, funding support and meaningful contacts

Keep things moving after Brexit

There will be changes that affect businesses across Ireland after Brexit. Make sure you are prepared for them, particularly if your business imports or exports goods.