Microsoft WPC 12 Toronto – 10 reasons why you should meet us on the stand
Posted by Paul Browne on 11 July, 2012 in Canada | Cloud Computing | Conference | Microsoft | US - (1 Comments)
Ireland@MicrosoftWPC2012

 

Enterprise Ireland, the Trade, Technology and VC agency of the Irish Government, will host the Ireland@MicrosoftWPC2012 booth, showcasing some of Ireland’s most innovative Microsoft platform vendor solutions. Enterprise Ireland, through a global network of 32 offices, including four in North America, works with Irish Software companies to identify channel partners, end-customers and creates technology partnerships across multiple platforms. Enterprise Ireland is the Microsoft Bizspark partner in Ireland.

Microsoft’s annual Worldwide Partner Conference. Gain insights into Microsoft’s business and technology roadmap for 2012, learn how to expand your possibilities with Cloud services, Windows® 7, Windows Phone and experience the latest in solution innovations.

These Irish companies (below) will join the scene in Toronto this July 8-12 to share their business-ready solutions with the Microsoft reseller channel. Each ISV is committed to expanding their network of reselling partners and will be “meeting and greeting” in person at the conference. More information can be found on each of these companies on their websites:

  • QUMAS - Compliance Management Solutions

 

 

Want a Landing Pad in the US Market? TechResources.US point the way
Posted by Ciara Concannon on 31 May, 2012 in Canada | Sales | Software | Telecom | telecoms | US - (Be the first to comment)

Launching today is a new online resource directory for tech companies entering the US market. TechResources.us provides Irish technology companies doing business in the US with trusted and up-to-date information and connections to essential in-market resources, services and supports.  These include accelerators, professional services providers, networking groups, investors, co-working spaces, conferences, online resources and academic research centres.

At the launch Nick Marmion, Head of Software with Enterprise Ireland’s Americas team said:

It can be challenging for Irish companies to find relevant and trusted resources using an online search so we’re offering clients this tailored directory as a starting point.  The aim of the directory is to help Irish companies to understand and connect with the market before they even leave Ireland.

From there, Enterprise Ireland’s team in America can help clients to hone their market entry strategy and introduce them to the decision makers and relationships they’ll need to accelerate their growth over time”.

The directory was developed by MarketSprint, a market entry consulting firm based in New York and has been customised specifically to the needs of Irish technology exporters.

There are currently over 1,600 qualified resources in the TechResources directory and users can search by location, vertical market or resource type and refine their search using keywords. Directory entries are enhanced with one-click connections to key people or communities via Linkedin, Twitter, phone or email.

In addition to offering clients quick access to market knowledge, the TechResources directory encourages Irish tech companies to share their knowledge and expertise with each other.

As Nick explains:

Clients can use the directory to share their own favourite US resources, and they’ll get credit for doing so. This is an opportunity to create a community of Irish knowledge around the practical resources needed for US market entry.

Access to the directory requires a sponsor code. To get yours please email Request@TechResources.US using your company email address.

Ireland @ Microsoft World Partner Conference – your chance to join the Stand
Posted by William Corcoran on 30 April, 2012 in Canada | Conference | Developers | Event | Internet | Ireland | IT Services | Microsoft | US - (Be the first to comment)

For the 2nd Year, I’m delighted that Enterprise Ireland is taking part in the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference. The 2012 WPC which takes place in Toronto from July 8th to 12th and provides one of the best forums for companies to connect with Microsoft channel partners and with Microsoft staff, and to learn about the latest Microsoft programs, strategies, and cutting-edge technologies.

You can visit Digital WPC to find everything you need to know about the event.

 

 

Twelve to Fifteen Enterprise Ireland client companies are being offered the opportunity to participate in an ‘Ireland @ WPC’ stand at Microsoft WPC 2012. This is the second Enterprise Ireland participation at WPC and we are keen to build on last year’s success.

The Enterprise Ireland subsidised cost of participation at Microsoft WPC 2012 is €2,450 + 23% VAT per company.

Registration includes;

  • 1 Full Conference Pass (access to all areas) & Access to Microsoft Connect,
  • Stand Participation: Logos on backdrop, flyers on stand, Use of stand & EI PR,
  • Channel Partnering Workshop, 7th July
  • How to sell to Channel partners
  • How to better partner with Microsoft
  • Networking Reception for clients, partners and prospects. Monday 9th
  • Pre & Post Event Marketing to Press and Attendees
  • Advance Assessments (To be completed in April/May):
  • International Expansion Readiness Assessment
  • Partner Channel Building Readiness Assessment
  • Ideal Partner Profile definition template
  • Partner Value Propositions definition template
  • Competitive SWOT & differentiator’s analysis template

The competition for space on the Ireland Stand at this show will be intense so early registration is advised.  Places will be allocated to qualified client companies on a first come, first served basis.

You can register at; https://www.eventsforce.net/enterpriseireland/444/register or get in touch with me at  william.corcoran@enterprise-ireland.com

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2012 Software and Service events in US, Canada, UK and Europe; Your Call!
Posted by Paul Browne on 27 February, 2012 in Canada | Conference | EU | Europe | Event | Microsoft | Mobile | Netherlands | Oracle | Telecom | telecoms | Travel | UK | US - (8 Comments)

Enterprise Ireland wants to continue to help grow the Irish economy during 2012 with a focus on jobs and exports. For Software and Service companies, a key success factor in  growing export sales is taking part in the right event, in the right market, at the right time.

We need your feedback about which events you rate most highly. Take 10 seconds to fill out the form below, and let us know which events you’re most interested in.

More details on these events are at the bottom of this post (click on ‘more’).

Of course, these events are only a small part of the full list of EI Events that are taking placing during 2012. The  RSA (Security) , MWC (Mobile World Congress) and SxSW (IT and Digital Media) events  are already well underway. If you’re interested in BestConnected updates on EI Software and Service events, and the other activity in the sector, you can subscribe for updates via Email  or for updates via RSS

Update; The expression of interest form is now closed. If you are interested in any of the events below, please contact your DA (Development Advisor) – click here to find out the name of your Company’s DA.

IAMCP

The IAMCP is the International Association of Microsoft Channel Partners. It is an independant grouping of people and companies within the Microsoft Ecosystem and offer a major opportunity for EI clients to learn, network, and find the best ‘route to market’

In Brussels on 26-27 March 2012, the major event will bring together up to 140 of your IAMCP colleagues from across Europe to network, create business links, and influence the development of vital policies that affect your business. This is a chance to catch up with IAMCP peers, meet new colleagues and forge exciting new business opportunities, as well as to learn more about developing EU policies that affect your business, such as the Single Market, privacy and data protection.

Website: iamcpsummit.com

For more info: Paul.Browne[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

Rural Cellular Association

March 28-30 in Orlando, Florida

This is on of the best event to target the tier 2 and 3 carriers in the USA.  It is small and the speakers and executives are very accessible.

Website: rca-usa.org/events/spring-expo/2012-spring-expo/916072

Website: rca-usa.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/2012-spring-reg-12.19.11.pdf

For more info: David.Smith[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

Social : Mobile : Payments Conference

April 11 – 12 in Orlando, Florida

A CxO level event that is focused on the convergence of social media, mobile connectivity and payments technology.

Website: socialmobilepayments.com

For more info: David.Smith[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

Security Software & Services Networking Dinner

April , Date TBC,  London

Event size 25 EI clients.  A business dinner at the Irish Embassy London for clients operating in the information security sector.  Information Security Ireland (ISI) was established in 2009 as a networking body to act as a central force in the industry. In addition to 6 founding companies there are now 50 Irish companies operating in the information security sector. Objective is to increase exports by Tier 1-2 clients and provide business development arena for Tier 3 companies, facilitating introductions, new relationships and positioning of suppliers as well as Ireland as source of high quality info security.

Due to the limited size of this event, the final invitee list will aim to achieve the maximum impact on Irish jobs and exports.

For more info:  Gavin.McWhirter[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

CTIA 2012

May 8 – 10 in New Orleans, Louisiana

We will have an Ireland Pavilion at CTIA and will host 7 clients

This is the largest wireless show in the USA with 40,000 attendees

Website:ctiawireless.com

For more info: David.Smith[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

 

Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference 2012

The Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference (WPC) 2012 takes place in Toronto, Canada from July 8th to 12th  and provides a forum for companies to connect with other channel partners and with Microsoft staff, and to learn about the latest Microsoft programs, strategies, and cutting-edge technologies.

The WPC is an annual gathering for the Microsoft partner community to learn about Microsoft’s roadmap for the upcoming year, network and build connections, share best practices, experience the latest product innovations and learn new skills and techniques. The Microsoft WPC week is anchored around keynote presentations from Microsoft’s senior leaders, training sessions led by partners, Microsoft professionals, and industry leaders and thousands of meetings responsible for many new business transactions.

Enterprise Ireland hope to have a stand at Microsoft WPC and are looking for expressions of interest from client companies to be involved. Please visit Digital WPC to find everything you need to know about the event.

Website: digitalwpc.com/

For more info: Paul.Browne[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

IBC

6 to 11th September. RAI Amsterdam

The IBC Conference is the leading international forum for analysis of the electronic entertainment industry. Attended by the most influential thinkers from the world’s foremost companies including The Walt Disney Studios, Sony Pictures, Facebook, Microsoft, Vodafone, Liberty Global and ESPN the IBC Conference gives a unique insight into the state of the industry and a glimpse at the roadmaps that will govern its future.

Website: ibc.org

For more info: JanJaap.Dijkman[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

Dreamforce 2012

Dreamforce 2012 takes place Sept 18-21, 2012 in San Francisco

Dreamforce is salesforce.com’s annual user and developer conference and the enterprise cloud computing event of the year.  This year’s event takes place from September 18-21 at the Moscone Center in downtown San Francisco, and it’s an all-you-can-learn, one-stop-shop for success! There’s no better way to take on the latest advances in cloud computing: sales, marketing, customer service, and social CRM. We’ll have you doing the impossible in no time. The types of companies that attend Dreamforce are just as varied—ranging from large enterprises to small startups. From long-time customers to those just implementing Salesforce CRM. And from ISVs to systems integrators. More than 350 of the leading solution providers in cloud computing. From more than 40 countries across the globe.

Website: http://bit.ly/mX3B3I

For more info: William.Corcoran[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

 

Oracle Open World

The Oracle Open World Conference 2012 takes place September 30th to October 4th in San Francisco.

It provides an opportunity for companies to connect with other channel partners and with Oracle staff and keep abreast of the latest Oracle trends through keynote sessions, forums, demos, and exhibitions created by and for Oracle business and technology users. It offers a premier chance to meet partners, industry luminaries, and experts for education and networking. With more than 1,800 sessions, 400 partner exhibits, and hundreds of demos to explore, Use this opportunity to meet with Oracle industry leads and product managers, to understand their strategy and to position yourself in the Oracle eco system.

Enterprise Ireland hope to have a stand at Oracle Openworld and are looking for expressions of interest from client companies to be involved.

Website:  oracle.com/us/openworld

For more info: Paul.Browne[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

Showcase Ontario , Canada

First week of September, dates TBC

Showcase Ontario is the Ontario Government’s primary technology event. Following the interest in Irish companies at GTEC, (the equivalent federal government event), Enterprise Ireland will be taking a stand at Showcase with limited space for a number of Irish companies. This will be an opportunity to find out about potential opportunities in supplying to the Ontario government, and to network with senior IT and technology heads over the course of the conference.

Website:  http://www.showcaseontario.com/

For more info:  marguerite.bourke[at]enterprise-ireland.com

 

Financial Services Networking Dinner

15th November, London

Event size 25 EI clients.  Increase exports by Tier 1-2 clients and provide business development environment for key Tier 3 companies, facilitating introductions, new relationships, more effective positioning in a risk averse industry. Position Ireland as source of high quality financial services and solutions and Enterprise Ireland as an important partner organisation to UK institutions.

Due to the limited size of this event, the final invitee list will aim to achieve the maximum impact on Irish jobs and exports.

For more info:  Gavin.McWhirter[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

PhoCusWright Travel Conference

The annual PhoCusWright conference brings the most influential industry leaders together to debate and define the most influential trends shaping the travel, tourism and hospitality industry. Top executives, visionary thinkers and innovators from across the world attend this engaging conference. The Travel Innovation Summit@The PhoCusWright Conference shines the spotlight on the new applications and ideas that change the industry.

Scottsdale, AZ November 2012

Website: phocuswright.com

For more info:  Edel.Coen[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

 

Telecom Time

12th and 13td December Expo Houten, The Netherlands

The largest and most visited trade fair for telecom professionals in The Netherlands. The fair gathers suppliers of telecom equipment, system integrators, and telco operators.

Website: telecomtime.nl

For more info: JanJaap.Dijkman[at]Enterprise-Ireland.com

 

 

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Want to do business in Canada? Learn how on the 26th Jan. Focus on Financial Services
Posted by Marguerite Bourke on 19 January, 2012 in Canada | Finance | Finance Sector - (Be the first to comment)

Despite a tough economic climate the Canadian financial services market has weathered the storm better than most, and ranks amongst the most stable and highly regulated countries in the world.  Canada’s financial services industry is world-class and globally oriented, with over $60 billion in acquisitions outside Canada since 2000. Canadian financial institutions continue to invest in new technologies and software.

Being based in EI’s Toronto Office , I’m delighted that we’ll be able to showcase some of these opportunities in Dublin at the ‘Doing Business with Canadian Financial Services‘ event in EI Eastpoint on the 26th January at 11am (more details below, signup link here, places are limited). The seminar is aimed at  for Irish companies who are interested in doing business with the Canadian financial services sector and will offer you strategic advice on tendering, partnering and advice on selling into the various institutions.

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The event will be moderated by Chuck Wilson, a Senior Financial Services Executive based in Toronto. Bank of Montreal (BMO), one of the top tier Canadian banks will also be represented on the panel. The session will be an interactive discussion on the Canadian financial services landscape, challenges facing the banks and institutions in Canada and address potential opportunities for technology companies in 2012 onwards.

People that you can learn from at the session;

  •  Chuck Wilson, Senior Financial Services Executive With almost thirty years of senior level financial services experience, Chuck brings extensive knowledge in the banking and insurance sectors. With a background as an executive at RBC Royal Bank; Country Manager for a retail banking consultancy and technology provider; Independent Consultant; Insurance company CEO; and most recently as a senior executive with Aon Corporation; his perspectives will help participants understand the unique nuances of the Canadian financial services landscape.
  • Philip McAuliffe, Technology Head, Institutional Equity Products and Financial Products, Bank of Montreal Philip heads up a Technology unit at BMO Capital Markets in Toronto, with responsibility for Equity and Financial Products. Prior to joining BMO in 2010 Philip worked with Davy Stockbrokers for 11 years. From 1992 – 1999 he worked for Bank of Ireland in their Technology division

If you’re interested in learning more, click on this link to register, or contact Amy.doyle@enterprise-ireland.com Date: Thursday, 26 January 2012 Time: 11am – 1.30pm

  • Location: Enterprise Ireland, The Plaza, Eastpoint Business Park Enterprise Ireland,
  • 10.30am – Registration / Refreshments
  • 11am – Introduction by Chuck Wilson
  • 11.30pm – 1.00pm – Presentations by panellists and subsequent Q and A
  • 1pm – Lunch .
  • Participation Fee: The participation fee for the workshop is €100 per company.

6 Irish Software Companies in Ottowa for GTEC Canada Government show
Posted by Marguerite Bourke on 18 October, 2011 in Canada | Conference | Event | Public | Public procurement - (Be the first to comment)

The GTEC Conference  attracts the key  IT decision makers from all the Canadian Federal, Regional and local governments. The 2011 Conference stretches over 4 days, alongside a major exhibition of technology products and services.

For the first time, Enterprise Ireland is at GTEC. Along with the rest of the EI Toronto office, I’m looking forward to hosting six leading Irish technology companies at an ‘Innovation Ireland’ stand.  As well as the stand, PR activities and setting up key one to one meetings,  The Irish Ambassador to Canada, Ray Basset will also host a networking event on the evening of the 18th, inviting influencers within the government and public sector to meet with the Irish companies.

  •  pTools delivers powerful enterprise web content management solutions that enable their customers to generate and grow rich online websites, intranets and extranets. pTools software solutions are currently deployed across Government Departments (Ireland & UK), Local Council Authorities, Government & Health Service Providers. pTools have a local North American manager in Toronto.
  • NetFort’s LANGuardian product is software that analyzes your network traffic. LANGuardian gives a unique level of visibility into everything that is happening on your network, including user activity, file and database monitoring, intrusion detection, bandwidth usage, and Internet access. Netfort has a North American manager based in Canada. They have sold their products into the public sector in Ireland, UK and Australia.
  • Daonprovide an open software platform that enables governments and large service providers manage the biometric and biographic identities of its citizens, visitors, employees and criminals. Applications include areas such as immigration, border management, critical infrastructure protection, background checking and citizen identity schemes.  4 of the top 6 border management systems in the world have deployed or are in the process of employing Daon’s platform (Japan, UK e-Borders, US-VISIT, European Union Biometric Matching System – Visa Information System).
  • iQuate has developed iQSonar; a powerful discovery platform built to handle highly complex infrastructure. Deployed agentlessly across the largest and most challenging of networks with multiple platforms, protocols, devices and applications, it delivers visibility of all physical, virtual and cloud-based assets, thanks to its extensive technical breadth and depth. They are a certified Oracle partner. In Canada they work with Softchoice and OnX.
  • Spanish Point Technologies is an innovative software company working with Microsoft technologies to provide business systems which remove complexity, increase productivity and connect users to critical business information. They employ technologies such as SharePoint, Microsoft Office, BizTalk, SQL Server and LookupPoint™ to build great solutions.
  • FlexTime is an Irish company that designs and implements software solutions for all types of issues related to time in the workplace and in the classroom. Flextime has clients across healthcare, financial services, education and construction in Ireland, UK and Holland. Clients incluye Irish government departments and local authorities in the UK.

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