The BT Business of Science & Technology

BT is delighted to announce the 3rd Business programme, new and improved for 2012. We are returning to the Innovation and Technology hub at Nova UCD (www.ucd.ie/nova) for 4 days of fun and business develoment workshops.

30 Intermediate and senior students from the competition will be selected to experience first-hand the world of technology commercialisation and entrepreneurship. We have created a program to provide the missing link in the innovation process - We also want to provide our young scientists with commercialisation skills to carry forward into their careers and lives.

Expanding Business Leadership

As an extension of BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition the Business of Science & Technology program has enabled BT to take a national leadership role in economic development. BT is collaborating with key private- and public-sector organisations to create an opportunity to mentor the next generation of Irish innovators and entrepreneurs.

Igniting Entrepreneurial Spirit

We at BT believe that the BT Business of Science & Technology program helps to bridge the gap between the worlds of education and business and mentor the next generation of young innovators and entrepreneurs. Bridging this gap is critical and urgent if Ireland is to be a competitive player in the global economy.

Dame Ellen MacArthur, world record breaking sailor will join participants in Nova UCD in March 2012. Ellen has set up a new foundation dedicated to developing the next generation of business thinkers. www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org was established to develop the concept of the Circular Economy through innovation and creativity.

Colm O’Neill, Managing Director, Business, BT Ireland and overall Winner, William Clackett, Banbridge Academy

Colm O’Neill, CEO, BT Ireland and overall Winner, William Clackett, Banbridge Academy

Wining Group, Barry Holland, Clonakilty Commuinity College; Romy Gerring, Banbridge Academy; Kate Dargen, Loreto College St Stephen’s Green; Katie Pierce O’Shea Colaiste na Sceilge Kerry, pictured with Colm O’Neill.