Errigal College, Letterkenny, was a hub of innovation and creativity yesterday as it hosted its annual Student Enterprise Day.
Over 30 professionals from various industries attended the event, offering guidance and support to budding young entrepreneurs. With 22 impressive mini-companies on display, students showcased their talents, business acumen, and innovative ideas in hopes of securing a spot in the next stage of the competition.
The event was organised by a great team of staff, led by Ms. Sarah Quigg and Mr. Evan Gorrell, both of whom worked tirelessly to ensure everything ran smoothly. Visiting professionals commended the students for their professionalism and ingenuity, reinforcing the importance of such initiatives in fostering entrepreneurial spirit among young people.
The highlight of the day was the announcement of the top three mini-companies that will advance to the Student Enterprise Awards County Final, scheduled to take place on Wednesday, 12th March, in Letterkenny. The selected teams were Coastal Creations, Bonnevie’s Embroideries, and SAF Florist (main pic), all of whom wowed judges with their creativity, business strategies, and presentation skills.
The Coastal Creations team.
Principal of Errigal College, Mr. Danny McFadden, praised the students for their dedication and enthusiasm, stating, “It’s incredible to see the level of innovation and entrepreneurship displayed by our students. Events like these prepare them for the real world, equipping them with valuable skills that they can carry forward in their careers. I’m extremely proud of every student who participated and grateful to our staff and professional community links for making this event a success.”
Bonnevie’s Embroideries.
One of the Enterprise Teachers, Mr. Gorrell, added that the standard this year was exceptionally high, and it’s fantastic to see the students take such pride in their projects.
“Their hard work, creativity, and problem-solving abilities were on full display, making it a very difficult decision for the judges,” Mr Gorrell said.
“We wish our top three teams the best of luck in the County Final!”
Errigal College continues to champion enterprise education, encouraging students to think outside the box and develop valuable business skills. With the County Final fast approaching, all eyes will be on Coastal Creations, Bonnevie’s Embroideries, and SAF Florist as they prepare to represent the school at the next level of competition.
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