Action Tuam

13/10/2026

🌱 BUSINESS EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Interested in how TV advertising could help your business reach a wider audience?

Galway Chamber and TG4 are presenting Make Your First TV Ad with TG4, a practical webinar designed especially for Galway Chamber members.

The session will explore TV advertising costs, how a first campaign can work and how Irish businesses and organisations can reach audiences nationwide through TG4.

📅 Thursday, 15 October 2026
🕛 12:00–1:00pm
💻 Online webinar

For Galway Chamber members in Tuam and across Galway, this could be a useful opportunity to explore another way of promoting their business.

Find out more and register here:
https://galwaychamber.glueup.com/event/make-your-first-tv-ad-with-tg4-193203/



Galway Chamber

09/10/2026

🌱 BUSINESS EVENT SPOTLIGHT

Interested in leadership, business growth and what it takes to scale a successful team?

Endeavor Ireland and PorterShed are bringing together Anne Heraty, Emma Redmond and Niall Horgan for Leading at Pace: Scaling People, Culture and Ambition.

The event will explore the people, culture and ambition behind growing and scaling a business.

📅 Thursday, 22 October 2026
🕞 3:30–6:00pm
📍 PorterShed a Dó, Galway City

For business owners, founders and professionals in Tuam and across Galway, this could be a valuable opportunity to hear from experienced business leaders and connect with the wider business community.

Registration is subject to host approval.

Find out more and request to join here:
https://luma.com/qt87hyd1



Local Enterprise Office Galway Enterprise Ireland Tuam Community Council PorterShed CREW

07/10/2026

🌱 BUSINESS SUPPORT SPOTLIGHT

Is your business ready for its next stage of growth?

The Business Expansion Grant from Local Enterprise Office Galway is designed to support qualifying businesses after the initial 18-month start-up period.

Eligible support can include:
🔹 Capital items and equipment
🔹 Salary and recruitment costs
🔹 Rental and accommodation costs
🔹 Marketing costs, including website development and promotional materials

The grant may cover up to 50% of eligible investment, net of VAT.

For businesses in Tuam and across Galway looking to expand, this could be a valuable support worth exploring.

Find out more and check the eligibility criteria here:
https://www.localenterprise.ie/galway/financial-supports/business-expansion-grant/business%20expansion%20grant.html



Local Enterprise Office Galway Enterprise Ireland Skillnet Ireland

02/10/2026

🌱 COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

Could your local arts or community group benefit from new equipment or improved facilities?

Applications are now open for the €6 million Arts Capital Investment Fund, supporting eligible not-for-profit arts, cultural and community organisations.

Funding available includes:
🔹 Up to €100,000 for equipment
🔹 Up to €200,000 for construction and refurbishment works
🔹 Up to €15,000 for equipment to increase community participation in the arts

📅 Applications close on 18 December 2026.

For groups in Tuam and across Galway, this could be a valuable opportunity to improve facilities and help more people get involved in arts and culture.

Check the eligibility criteria and application guidelines here:
https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-culture-communications-and-sport/publications/creative-arts-grants-and-funding/



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A new fund is opening tomorrow, 1 October, to support arts, cultural and community organisations to improve facilities, purchase equipment and increase participation in the arts. Funding available includes: 🔹 Up to €100,000 for equipment 🔹 Up to €200,000 for construction and refurbishment ...

30/09/2026

🌱 COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT

Each week, Action Tuam shines a spotlight on worthwhile enterprise supports and opportunities in our area.

This week, we’re highlighting the Pathway to Innovate Growth Workshop at , supporting ambitious SMEs to step back from the day-to-day, identify priorities, explore new opportunities and develop a practical 90-day action plan.

📅 Tuesday, 6 October
🕣 8.30am to 1.45pm
📍 Platform94, Mervue Business Park, Galway

This fully funded workshop is a great opportunity for local businesses to gain clarity, make valuable connections and plan their next steps.

Learn more and apply at pathwaytoinnovate.ie.

Skillnet Ireland Local Enterprise Office Galway Action Tuam Enterprise Ireland

24/09/2026

Meet Ronán Long of Long & Co., a Chartered Surveyor who established his practice in Tuam 24 years ago and has served on the Action Tuam Board for the past seven years.

Working alongside his fellow board members, Ronán brings valuable experience in property and land to the planning and delivery of projects that support entrepreneurial activity, provide business premises and offer practical mentoring to Tuam’s local business community.

Through his work with Action Tuam, Ronán continues to contribute his professional knowledge and experience to projects that support the growth and development of the town.

For a qualified opinion on land or property, contact Long & Co. Estate Agents:

📞 (093) 28218
🌐 www.longandco.ie



Long & Co Ronán Long Enterprise Ireland Local Enterprise Office Galway Action Tuam Hardiman Life & Pensions Paddy Coyne Ursula Kelly Cormac Tagging Creative Places Tuam Sean Canney Tuam Community Council

18/09/2026

A special reflection from Maria Walsh MEP at the launch of John F. Concannon’s new book, The Bucket Man. 📖

Speaking about John’s leadership, honesty and deep connection to his community, Maria highlighted the impact he has made not only through business, but across Kilconly, Tuam, Galway and the wider West of Ireland.

John’s story is one of ambition, determination and staying proud of where you come from. These are values that continue to resonate strongly within our local business community.

A wonderful evening celebrating John, his family and a remarkable journey from local beginnings to international success. 👏

The Bucket Man is available to purchase now, with proceeds supporting Cancer Fund for Children’s new Daisy Lodge in Cong, Co. Mayo. 💛

Purchase your copy here:
https://www.books.ie/books/academic/business




Maria Walsh JFC Agri John F Concannon Local Enterprise Office Galway Enterprise Ireland Creative Places Tuam Action Tuam Paddy Coyne Ronán Long Ursula Kelly Long & Co Hardiman Life & Pensions

15/09/2026

What turns a good idea into something that lasts?

At the launch of John Concannon’s book, Danny McGrath reflected on the people, professionalism and determination behind JFC.

Having worked with John and the team for decades, Danny has seen first-hand how ideas are not just talked about, but followed through, developed and turned into something with real impact.

A powerful reminder of what strong leadership, consistency and commitment can create for a business and for a town like Tuam.



JFC Agri John F Concannon Enterprise Ireland Local Enterprise Office Galway Action Tuam Creative Places Tuam Paddy Coyne Ronán Long Ursula Kelly Long & Co Hardiman Life & Pensions

12/09/2026

A great opportunity to learn more about the economic profile of Ireland’s Northern and Western Region.

NWRA Economist John Daly will present as part of the Rural Voices Seminar Series, exploring the region’s economy and the evidence helping to inform future rural policy and development.

📅 Wednesday, 30 September 2026
🕒 3.00–4.00pm
💻 Online via Microsoft Teams

The seminar is open to all, with advance registration required.

NWRA Economist John Daly will present 'An Economic Profile of the Northern and Western Region of Ireland' as part of the Rural Voices Seminar Series.

The initiative is a joint venture between the University of Galway and Atlantic Technological University and supported by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht.

This series brings together researchers, policymakers, practitioners and rural stakeholders which is vital to ensure rural voices remains in focus at all levels of policy making.

The seminar is open to all, advance registration is required.
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📅 Wednesday, 30th September 2026
⭕ 3.00- 4.00pm
💻 Online via Teams

11/09/2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 Annual Social Enterprise Conference. 💡

Taking place on 19 November 2026 at City North Hotel, Co. Meath, the conference will bring together social entrepreneurs, policymakers, funders and sector leaders from across Ireland and Europe.

Participants will have the opportunity to hear from leading Irish and European voices in social enterprise, explore emerging policy and practice, learn from practical examples and make valuable connections across the sector.

For social enterprises, community organisations and those working in local development across Tuam and the wider region, this is a great opportunity to learn, connect and explore future collaboration.

📍 City North Hotel, Co. Meath
📅 19 November 2026
💻 Also available via live stream

Places are limited, so early registration is recommended.



Local Enterprise Office Galway Enterprise Ireland Creative Places Tuam Tuam Community Council Action Tuam

Registration is now open for the Annual Social Enterprise Conference 2026, which takes place on 19 November at the City North Hotel, Co. Meath.

Participants will have opportunities to:

🎯Hear from leading Irish and European voices in social enterprise
🎯Explore emerging policy and practice across Ireland and Europe
🎯Learn from practical examples of social enterprise in action
🎯Meet social entrepreneurs, policymakers, funders and sector leaders

Build relationships and explore opportunities for future collaboration

Places are already very limited, so register today to avoid disappointment. To learn more and book your spot, go to: https://events.humanitix.com/annual-social-enterprise-conference-2026

Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht
Irish Social Enterprise Network
Local Development Companies Network