{"id":17365,"date":"2026-07-01T09:00:05","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T08:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theinnovationexchange.ie\/?p=17365"},"modified":"2026-07-01T09:00:06","modified_gmt":"2026-07-01T08:00:06","slug":"minister-dara-calleary-announces-skillnet-innovation-exchange-partnership-with-udaras-na-gaeltachta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theinnovationexchange.ie\/ga\/minister-dara-calleary-announces-skillnet-innovation-exchange-partnership-with-udaras-na-gaeltachta\/","title":{"rendered":"F\u00f3gra\u00edonn an tAire Dara Calleary Comhph\u00e1irt\u00edocht Malartaithe Nu\u00e1la\u00edochta Skillnet le h\u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta"},"content":{"rendered":"

Skillnet Ireland announces Skillnet Innovation Exchange Partnership with <\/em>\u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Press release, June 2026: <\/strong>Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, has announced the latest regional expansion of Skillnet Innovation Exchange into the Gaeltacht in partnership with \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Skillnet Innovation Exchange provides support to businesses both large and small by connecting mid and large sized companies facing innovation challenges with digital solution providers that can fast-track innovation. The partnership between Skillnet Innovation Exchange and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta will bolster the business community in Gaeltacht and regional areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Minister Dara Calleary <\/strong>said: \u201cThis partnership demonstrates the power of regional collaboration in driving national competitiveness, bringing together enterprise agencies, industry leaders, SMEs and innovation stakeholders to address real business challenges and unlock new commercial opportunities. By connecting innovative solution providers with larger organisations, Skillnet Innovation Exchange will help businesses in regional and Gaeltacht areas access new markets, build strategic partnerships and accelerate growth.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ken Finnegan, Chief Strategy Officer, Skillnet Ireland, <\/strong>said: \u201cThis partnership of Skillnet Innovation Exchange and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta will deliver significant advantages for local businesses, extending access to a proven innovation model that enables solution providers to connect directly with larger corporations, develop new capabilities and unlock growth opportunities.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The nationwide expansion of the national initiative offers more solution provider access to a wide range of benefits, including access to a readymade sales pipeline, upskilling and collaboration opportunities with large corporations. Since launching in 2022, Skillnet Innovation Exchange has delivered \u20ac5 million in SME deal flow, supported 80 corporate challenges resulting in more than 40 signed deals, and established a strong nationwide partner network that underpins a vibrant innovation ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conor Carmody, Sti\u00farth\u00f3ir, Malart\u00e1n Nu\u00e1la\u00edochta Skillnet<\/strong>, said: \u201cAt Skillnet Innovation Exchange, we help organisations unlock growth through digital transformation, AI adoption, and sustainability innovation. We\u2019re delighted to launch our partnership with \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta to build new, impactful relationships with businesses in the region, while showcasing exceptional talent and supporting companies as they scale.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tom\u00e1s \u00d3 S\u00edoch\u00e1in, Chief Executive Officer, <\/strong>\u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta<\/strong>, <\/strong>added: <\/strong>\u201c\u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta<\/a> supports businesses in developing new markets, technologies, products and strategic alliances through research and development. Gaeltacht companies span a range of commercial sectors including \u2013 life sciences, ICT, tourism, fish processing and aquaculture, renewable energy, food, niche manufacturing, audio visual and digital media, arts and crafts. To this end, Skillnet Innovation Exchange is a perfect partner for us, as it supports our key focus which is creating new jobs, products and services in Gaeltacht and beyond.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To date, more than 2,100 scaling solution providers & corporates have engaged with Skillnet Innovation Exchange, demonstrating a significant appetite for the initiative. Since its formation, the national marketplace for innovation has responded to numerous innovation challenges from companies such as InterSport Elverys, Horse Sport Ireland, Ryanair, Glanbia and many more.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since 2022, Skillnet Innovation Exchange has successfully partnered with regional hubs throughout the country, such as Platform 94 in Galway, Republic of Work in Cork City, The Ludgate Hub in Skibbereen Co Cork, The Mill, Drogheda, the RDI Hub in Kerry, and GreenTech HQ in Enniscorthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scale-ups and corporates in the region are being encouraged by Skillnet Innovation Exchange to sign up at www.theinnovationexchange.ie<\/a>.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cr\u00edoch<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I gcomhair fiosruithe me\u00e1n, d\u00e9an teagmh\u00e1il le:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Valerie@theinnovationexchange.ie<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Notes for Editors<\/strong>\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maidir le <\/strong>Malart\u00e1n Nu\u00e1la\u00edochta Skillnet<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Skillnet Innovation Exchange is Ireland\u2019s innovation marketplace, bringing together ambitious digital solution providers and corporates with real digital transformation challenges. The Innovation Exchange creates a trusted environment where solution providers can access a qualified sales pipeline, opportunities to pitch directly to decision-makers, and build lasting commercial relationships, supported by tailored training. Corporates such as Ryanair, VHI and Glanbia benefit from access to a diverse innovation ecosystem, fresh thinking & talent and proven collaboration partners who can support organisational change and growth. A nationwide partner network and national partners such as Sport Ireland and Research Ireland underpin collaboration, knowledge sharing and scalable, sustainable innovation.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maidir le<\/strong> \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maidir le <\/strong>Scileanna L\u00edonra na h\u00c9ireann<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Skillnet Ireland is the national talent development agency of the Government of Ireland, responsible<\/p>\n\n\n\n

for advancing the competitiveness, productivity, and innovation of Irish businesses through enterprise-led talent development. Skillnet Ireland partners with 57 industry bodies, supporting over 24,000 businesses and more than 90,000 trainees annually, through its 70 Skillnet Business Networks and five National Initiatives, across most sectors and all regions in Ireland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maoin\u00edtear Skillnet Ireland \u00f3n gCiste N\u00e1isi\u00fanta Oili\u00fana tr\u00edd an Roinn ar an Ardoideachas, an Taighde, an Nu\u00e1la\u00edocht agus an Eola\u00edocht.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chun tuilleadh a fhoghlaim faoi Skillnet Ireland, tabhair cuairt ar www.skillnetireland.ie<\/a> Uirlis chuardaigh L\u00edonra Gn\u00f3 Skillnet: https:\/\/www.skillnetireland.ie\/our-networks\/<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

F\u00f3gra\u00edonn Skillnet \u00c9ire Comhph\u00e1irt\u00edocht Mhalart\u00fa Nu\u00e1la\u00edochta Skillnet le h\u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta Preasr\u00e1iteas, Meitheamh 2026: D'fh\u00f3gair an tAire Forbartha Tuaithe agus Pobail agus na Gaeltachta, Dara Calleary TD, an leathn\u00fa r\u00e9igi\u00fanach is d\u00e9ana\u00ed ar Mhalart\u00fa Nu\u00e1la\u00edochta Skillnet isteach sa Ghaeltacht i gcomhph\u00e1irt\u00edocht le h\u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta.\u00a0 Cuireann Skillnet Innovation Exchange taca\u00edocht ar f\u00e1il do ghn\u00f3lachta\u00ed m\u00f3ra agus beaga araon tr\u00ed chuideachta\u00ed me\u00e1nmh\u00e9ide agus m\u00f3r a bhfuil d\u00fashl\u00e1in nu\u00e1la\u00edochta rompu a nascadh le sol\u00e1thraithe r\u00e9iteach digiteach at\u00e1 in ann an nu\u00e1la\u00edocht a bhrost\u00fa. Neart\u00f3idh an chomhph\u00e1irt\u00edocht idir Skillnet Innovation Exchange agus \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta pobal an ghn\u00f3 sa Ghaeltacht agus i gceantair r\u00e9igi\u00fanacha. D\u00fairt an tAire Dara Calleary: "L\u00e9ir\u00edonn an chomhph\u00e1irt\u00edocht seo cumhacht na comhoibrithe r\u00e9igi\u00fana\u00ed chun ioma\u00edochas n\u00e1isi\u00fanta a thiom\u00e1int, tr\u00ed ghn\u00edomhaireachta\u00ed fiontair, ceannair\u00ed tionscail, FBManna agus geallsealbh\u00f3ir\u00ed nu\u00e1la\u00edochta a thabhairt le ch\u00e9ile chun aghaidh a thabhairt ar fh\u00edordh\u00fashl\u00e1in ghn\u00f3 agus chun deiseanna nua tr\u00e1cht\u00e1la a oscailt. Tr\u00ed shol\u00e1thraithe r\u00e9iteach nu\u00e1lacha a nascadh le heagra\u00edochta\u00ed n\u00edos m\u00f3, cabhr\u00f3idh Skillnet Innovation Exchange le gn\u00f3lachta\u00ed i gceantair r\u00e9igi\u00fanacha agus sa Ghaeltacht rochtain a fh\u00e1il ar mharga\u00ed nua, comhph\u00e1irt\u00edochta\u00ed strait\u00e9iseacha a choth\u00fa agus f\u00e1s a luath\u00fa." D\u00fairt Ken Finnegan, Pr\u00edomhoifigeach Strait\u00e9ise, Skillnet Ireland: "Cuirfidh an chomhph\u00e1irt\u00edocht seo idir Skillnet Innovation Exchange agus \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta bunt\u00e1ist\u00ed suntasacha ar f\u00e1il do ghn\u00f3lachta\u00ed \u00e1iti\u00fala, tr\u00ed rochtain a leathn\u00fa ar mh\u00fanla nu\u00e1la\u00edochta cruthaithe a chuireann ar chumas sol\u00e1thraithe r\u00e9iteach nascadh go d\u00edreach le corpar\u00e1id\u00ed n\u00edos m\u00f3, cumais nua a fhorbairt agus deiseanna f\u00e1is a dh\u00edghlas\u00e1il." Tugann an leathn\u00fa n\u00e1isi\u00fanta ar an tionscnamh n\u00e1isi\u00fanta n\u00edos m\u00f3 rochtana do shol\u00e1thraithe r\u00e9iteach ar raon leathan bunt\u00e1ist\u00ed, lena n-\u00e1ir\u00edtear rochtain ar ph\u00edbl\u00edne d\u00edolach\u00e1in r\u00e9amhdh\u00e9anta, deiseanna uas-scileanna agus comhoibrithe le corpar\u00e1id\u00ed m\u00f3ra. \u00d3 seoladh \u00e9 in 2022, t\u00e1 sreabhadh marga\u00ed de \u20ac5 milli\u00fan i gcomhair FBManna seachadta ag Skillnet Innovation Exchange, taca\u00edodh le 80 d\u00fashl\u00e1n corpar\u00e1ideach as ar eascair breis agus 40 margadh s\u00ednithe, agus buna\u00edodh l\u00edonra l\u00e1idir comhph\u00e1irt\u00edochta n\u00e1isi\u00fanta a thaca\u00edonn le h\u00e9iceach\u00f3ras nu\u00e1la\u00edochta br\u00edomhar. D\u00fairt Conor Carmody, Sti\u00farth\u00f3ir, Skillnet Innovation Exchange: "Ag Skillnet Innovation Exchange, cuid\u00edmid le heagra\u00edochta\u00ed f\u00e1s a dh\u00edghlas\u00e1il tr\u00ed chlaochl\u00fa digiteach, glacadh le hintleacht shaorga, agus nu\u00e1la\u00edocht inbhuanaitheachta. T\u00e1 r\u00edm\u00e9ad orainn \u00e1r gcomhph\u00e1irt\u00edocht le h\u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta a sheoladh chun caidrimh nua, thioncharacha a choth\u00fa le gn\u00f3lachta\u00ed sa r\u00e9igi\u00fan, agus ag an am c\u00e9anna bua eisceacht\u00fail a l\u00e9iri\u00fa agus tac\u00fa le cuideachta\u00ed agus iad ag f\u00e1s."\u00a0 D\u00fairt Tom\u00e1s \u00d3 S\u00edoch\u00e1in, Pr\u00edomhfheidhmeannach \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta: "Tugann \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta taca\u00edocht do ghn\u00f3lachta\u00ed chun marga\u00ed, teicneola\u00edochta\u00ed, t\u00e1irg\u00ed agus comhghuaill\u00edochta\u00ed strait\u00e9iseacha nua a fhorbairt tr\u00ed thaighde agus forbairt. Cuims\u00edonn cuideachta\u00ed na Gaeilteachta r\u00e9imse earn\u00e1lacha tr\u00e1cht\u00e1la, lena n-\u00e1ir\u00edtear \u2013 na heola\u00edochta\u00ed beatha, TFC, an turas\u00f3ireacht, pr\u00f3ise\u00e1il \u00e9isc agus an t-uisceachais, fuinneamh in-athnuaite, bia, d\u00e9ant\u00fasa\u00edocht nideoige, me\u00e1in chlosamhairc agus dhigiteacha, agus na heala\u00edona agus an chearda\u00edocht. Chuige sin, is comhph\u00e1irt\u00ed foirfe d\u00fainn \u00e9 Skillnet Innovation Exchange, mar go dtaca\u00edonn s\u00e9 len\u00e1r bpr\u00edomhfh\u00f3cas, is \u00e9 sin poist, t\u00e1irg\u00ed agus seirbh\u00eds\u00ed nua a chruth\u00fa sa Ghaeltacht agus n\u00edos faide i gc\u00e9in." Go dt\u00ed seo, t\u00e1 breis agus 2,100 sol\u00e1thra\u00ed r\u00e9iteach agus corpar\u00e1id at\u00e1 ag f\u00e1s tar \u00e9is dul i ngleic le Skillnet Innovation Exchange, rud a l\u00e9ir\u00edonn go bhfuil fonn m\u00f3r ar an tionscnamh seo. \u00d3 buna\u00edodh \u00e9, t\u00e1 an margadh n\u00e1isi\u00fanta nu\u00e1la\u00edochta tar \u00e9is freagairt do dh\u00fashl\u00e1in nu\u00e1la\u00edochta iomad\u00fala \u00f3 chuideachta\u00ed ar n\u00f3s InterSport Elverys, Horse Sport Ireland, Ryanair, Glanbia agus go leor eile. \u00d3 2022 i leith, T\u00e1 comhph\u00e1irt\u00edocht rath\u00fail d\u00e9anta ag Skillnet Innovation Exchange le hionaid r\u00e9igi\u00fanacha ar fud na t\u00edre, mar shampla Platform 94 i nGaillimh, Republic of Work i gCathair Chorca\u00ed, The Ludgate Hub in Sceabhraig, Co. Chorca\u00ed, The Mill, D\u00fan Dealgan, an RDI Hub i gClare agus GreenTech HQ i nD\u00fan na nGall. T\u00e1 Scale-ups agus corpar\u00e1id\u00ed sa r\u00e9igi\u00fan \u00e1 spreagadh ag Skillnet Innovation Exchange chun cl\u00e1r\u00fa ag www.theinnovationexchange.ie.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 CR\u00cdOCH Le haghaidh fiosruithe \u00f3 na me\u00e1in d\u00e9an teagmh\u00e1il le: Valerie@theinnovationexchange.ie N\u00f3ta\u00ed do Eagarth\u00f3ir\u00ed\u202f\u00a0 Maidir le Skillnet Innovation Exchange Is \u00e9 Skillnet Innovation Exchange margadh nu\u00e1la\u00edochta na h\u00c9ireann, a thugann le ch\u00e9ile sol\u00e1thraithe r\u00e9iteach digiteach uaillmhianacha agus corpar\u00e1id\u00ed a bhfuil f\u00edordh\u00fashl\u00e1in tiontaithe digit\u00ed acu. Crutha\u00edonn an Mhalart\u00e1n Nu\u00e1la\u00edochta timpeallacht iontaofa inar f\u00e9idir le sol\u00e1thraithe r\u00e9iteach rochtain a fh\u00e1il ar ph\u00edbl\u00edne d\u00edolach\u00e1in ch\u00e1ilithe, ar dheiseanna chun cur i l\u00e1thair go d\u00edreach do lucht d\u00e9anta cinnt\u00ed, agus ar chaidrimh thr\u00e1cht\u00e1la bhuan a choth\u00fa, le taca\u00edocht \u00f3 oili\u00faint shaincheaptha. Baineann corpar\u00e1id\u00ed ar n\u00f3s Ryanair, VHI agus Glanbia tairbhe as rochtain ar \u00e9iceach\u00f3ras nu\u00e1la\u00edochta ilghn\u00e9itheach, smaointeoireacht \u00far & buanna agus comhph\u00e1irtithe comhoibrithe cruthaithe at\u00e1 in ann tac\u00fa le hathr\u00fa agus f\u00e1s eagra\u00edocht\u00fail. Taca\u00edonn l\u00edonra comhph\u00e1irt\u00edochta n\u00e1isi\u00fanta agus comhph\u00e1irtithe n\u00e1isi\u00fanta ar n\u00f3s Sport Ireland agus Research Ireland leis an gcomhoibri\u00fa, le comhroinnt eolais agus le nu\u00e1la\u00edocht inbhuanaithe, insc\u00e1laithe.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 Maidir le h\u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta Maidir le Skillnet Ireland Is \u00e9 Skillnet Ireland gn\u00edomhaireacht n\u00e1isi\u00fanta forbartha buanna an Rialtais in \u00c9irinn, at\u00e1 freagrach as ioma\u00edochas, t\u00e1irgi\u00falacht agus nu\u00e1la\u00edocht ghn\u00f3lachta\u00ed na h\u00c9ireann a chur chun cinn tr\u00ed fhorbairt buanna faoi sti\u00fair fiontar. Oibr\u00edonn Skillnet Ireland i gcomhph\u00e1irt\u00edocht le 57 comhlacht tionscail, ag tac\u00fa le breis agus 24,000 gn\u00f3lacht agus n\u00edos m\u00f3 n\u00e1 90,000 oili\u00fana\u00ed gach bliain, tr\u00edna 70 L\u00edonra Gn\u00f3 Skillnet agus c\u00faig Thionscnamh N\u00e1isi\u00fanta, ar fud fhormh\u00f3r na n-earn\u00e1lacha agus na r\u00e9igi\u00fan go l\u00e9ir in \u00c9irinn. Maoin\u00edtear Skillnet Ireland \u00f3n gCiste N\u00e1isi\u00fanta Oili\u00fana tr\u00edd an Roinn Ardoideachais, Taighde, Nu\u00e1la\u00edochta agus Eola\u00edochta. 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The partnership between Skillnet Innovation Exchange and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta will bolster the business community in Gaeltacht and regional areas. Minister Dara Calleary said: \u201cThis partnership demonstrates the power of regional collaboration in driving national competitiveness, bringing together enterprise agencies, industry leaders, SMEs and innovation stakeholders to address real business challenges and unlock new commercial opportunities. By connecting innovative solution providers with larger organisations, Skillnet Innovation Exchange will help businesses in regional and Gaeltacht areas access new markets, build strategic partnerships and accelerate growth.\u201d Ken Finnegan, Chief Strategy Officer, Skillnet Ireland, said: \u201cThis partnership of Skillnet Innovation Exchange and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta will deliver significant advantages for local businesses, extending access to a proven innovation model that enables solution providers to connect directly with larger corporations, develop new capabilities and unlock growth opportunities.\u201d The nationwide expansion of the national initiative offers more solution provider access to a wide range of benefits, including access to a readymade sales pipeline, upskilling and collaboration opportunities with large corporations. Since launching in 2022, Skillnet Innovation Exchange has delivered \u20ac5 million in SME deal flow, supported 80 corporate challenges resulting in more than 40 signed deals, and established a strong nationwide partner network that underpins a vibrant innovation ecosystem. Conor Carmody, Director, Skillnet Innovation Exchange, said: \u201cAt Skillnet Innovation Exchange, we help organisations unlock growth through digital transformation, AI adoption, and sustainability innovation. We\u2019re delighted to launch our partnership with \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta to build new, impactful relationships with businesses in the region, while showcasing exceptional talent and supporting companies as they scale.\u201d  Tom\u00e1s \u00d3 S\u00edoch\u00e1in, Chief Executive Officer, \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta, added: \u201c\u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta supports businesses in developing new markets, technologies, products and strategic alliances through research and development. Gaeltacht companies span a range of commercial sectors including \u2013 life sciences, ICT, tourism, fish processing and aquaculture, renewable energy, food, niche manufacturing, audio visual and digital media, arts and crafts. To this end, Skillnet Innovation Exchange is a perfect partner for us, as it supports our key focus which is creating new jobs, products and services in Gaeltacht and beyond.\u201d To date, more than 2,100 scaling solution providers & corporates have engaged with Skillnet Innovation Exchange, demonstrating a significant appetite for the initiative. Since its formation, the national marketplace for innovation has responded to numerous innovation challenges from companies such as InterSport Elverys, Horse Sport Ireland, Ryanair, Glanbia and many more.     Since 2022, Skillnet Innovation Exchange has successfully partnered with regional hubs throughout the country, such as Platform 94 in Galway, Republic of Work in Cork City, The Ludgate Hub in Skibbereen Co Cork, The Mill, Drogheda, the RDI Hub in Kerry, and GreenTech HQ in Enniscorthy. Scale-ups and corporates in the region are being encouraged by Skillnet Innovation Exchange to sign up at www.theinnovationexchange.ie.    ENDS For media queries contact: Valerie@theinnovationexchange.ie Notes for Editors\u202f  About Skillnet Innovation Exchange Skillnet Innovation Exchange is Ireland\u2019s innovation marketplace, bringing together ambitious digital solution providers and corporates with real digital transformation challenges. The Innovation Exchange creates a trusted environment where solution providers can access a qualified sales pipeline, opportunities to pitch directly to decision-makers, and build lasting commercial relationships, supported by tailored training. Corporates such as Ryanair, VHI and Glanbia benefit from access to a diverse innovation ecosystem, fresh thinking & talent and proven collaboration partners who can support organisational change and growth. A nationwide partner network and national partners such as Sport Ireland and Research Ireland underpin collaboration, knowledge sharing and scalable, sustainable innovation.     About \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta About Skillnet Ireland    Skillnet Ireland is the national talent development agency of the Government of Ireland, responsible for advancing the competitiveness, productivity, and innovation of Irish businesses through enterprise-led talent development. Skillnet Ireland partners with 57 industry bodies, supporting over 24,000 businesses and more than 90,000 trainees annually, through its 70 Skillnet Business Networks and five National Initiatives, across most sectors and all regions in Ireland. Skillnet Ireland is funded from the National Training Fund through the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science. 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The partnership between Skillnet Innovation Exchange and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta will bolster the business community in Gaeltacht and regional areas. Minister Dara Calleary said: \u201cThis partnership demonstrates the power of regional collaboration in driving national competitiveness, bringing together enterprise agencies, industry leaders, SMEs and innovation stakeholders to address real business challenges and unlock new commercial opportunities. By connecting innovative solution providers with larger organisations, Skillnet Innovation Exchange will help businesses in regional and Gaeltacht areas access new markets, build strategic partnerships and accelerate growth.\u201d Ken Finnegan, Chief Strategy Officer, Skillnet Ireland, said: \u201cThis partnership of Skillnet Innovation Exchange and \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta will deliver significant advantages for local businesses, extending access to a proven innovation model that enables solution providers to connect directly with larger corporations, develop new capabilities and unlock growth opportunities.\u201d The nationwide expansion of the national initiative offers more solution provider access to a wide range of benefits, including access to a readymade sales pipeline, upskilling and collaboration opportunities with large corporations. Since launching in 2022, Skillnet Innovation Exchange has delivered \u20ac5 million in SME deal flow, supported 80 corporate challenges resulting in more than 40 signed deals, and established a strong nationwide partner network that underpins a vibrant innovation ecosystem. Conor Carmody, Director, Skillnet Innovation Exchange, said: \u201cAt Skillnet Innovation Exchange, we help organisations unlock growth through digital transformation, AI adoption, and sustainability innovation. We\u2019re delighted to launch our partnership with \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta to build new, impactful relationships with businesses in the region, while showcasing exceptional talent and supporting companies as they scale.\u201d  Tom\u00e1s \u00d3 S\u00edoch\u00e1in, Chief Executive Officer, \u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta, added: \u201c\u00dadar\u00e1s na Gaeltachta supports businesses in developing new markets, technologies, products and strategic alliances through research and development. Gaeltacht companies span a range of commercial sectors including \u2013 life sciences, ICT, tourism, fish processing and aquaculture, renewable energy, food, niche manufacturing, audio visual and digital media, arts and crafts. To this end, Skillnet Innovation Exchange is a perfect partner for us, as it supports our key focus which is creating new jobs, products and services in Gaeltacht and beyond.\u201d To date, more than 2,100 scaling solution providers & corporates have engaged with Skillnet Innovation Exchange, demonstrating a significant appetite for the initiative. Since its formation, the national marketplace for innovation has responded to numerous innovation challenges from companies such as InterSport Elverys, Horse Sport Ireland, Ryanair, Glanbia and many more.     Since 2022, Skillnet Innovation Exchange has successfully partnered with regional hubs throughout the country, such as Platform 94 in Galway, Republic of Work in Cork City, The Ludgate Hub in Skibbereen Co Cork, The Mill, Drogheda, the RDI Hub in Kerry, and GreenTech HQ in Enniscorthy. Scale-ups and corporates in the region are being encouraged by Skillnet Innovation Exchange to sign up at www.theinnovationexchange.ie.    ENDS For media queries contact: Valerie@theinnovationexchange.ie Notes for Editors\u202f  About Skillnet Innovation Exchange Skillnet Innovation Exchange is Ireland\u2019s innovation marketplace, bringing together ambitious digital solution providers and corporates with real digital transformation challenges. 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