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Bright Ideas Challenge 2009
Bank of Ireland Bright Ideas Challenge - the story so far
To date, Bank of Ireland Bright Ideas Challenge has travelled the country and so far the following finalists have been selected from each region. For 2009, the competition is closed but we will have details soon regarding 2010 competition.
Dublin
ASimil8, a new e-learning venture co-founded earlier this year by Paul Groarke and Garrett Hussey. ASimil8 has developed a next-generation learning platform to provide immersive education for languages and other subjects using virtual world and gaming technologies. The use of virtual world and gaming technology is designed to engage students in the same way that video games grab and keep their attention. By 'immersing' students in real-life settings where they must use their knowledge, ASimil8 will give students a deeper and more dynamic understanding of their subjects.
Galway
Eventovate triumphed as the Bright Idea's Challenge Competition winner - Galway, based on their innovative suite of software for the hotel industry, enabling them to generate more value and profit from their events business. This new technology provides a cohesive set of applications for both hotels and their customers.
Cork
ResourceKraft Limited provide software-based services which collect energy use data and analyse it in real-time, therby providing management and staff with the essential information necessary to identify waste and reduce energy consumption quickly and effectively.
Waterford
Sonru Limited (whose name comes from the Irish phrase 'BÍ le sonru' meaning, 'to stand out') was established in 2007 by Edward Henrick. They supply an online video tool which provides time and cost saving Software as a Service (SaaS). The video tool has applications within the recruitment, education and CRM sectors.
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The Bright Ideas Challenge will resume again in 2010, and is open to all start-ups, SMEs, sole traders or social enterprises.
Do you have?
- An innovative product or service
- An exciting export opportunity
- A company with high growth potential
- A strong management team
Stay tuned for details on 2010 competition.
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The Bank of Ireland Business Advice Shows are a series of dynamic business events held around the country featuring guest speakers and offering networking opportunities for our business customers.
Click here to view our previous Business Advice Shows in Dublin and Galway:
www.businessandleadership.com/special-events/business_advice_show
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www.businessandleadership.com/special-events/business_advice_show_galway
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Details of the Grand Final will be posted in early 2010. Please keep checking back!
Note
The Bright Ideas final involves a presentation in front of a public audience. Because of the nature of the competition, applicants should be aware that Bank of Ireland cannot guarantee the confidentiality of information or details submitted as part of the entry process or the final presentation.
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