Endeavour prize attracts huge entry

A PROGRAMME offering budding entrepreneurs the chance to bring their concept to life has received an overwhelming response, according to organisers.

The Endeavour Programme for entrepreneurs yesterday announced a shortlist of 66 candidates, more than double the expected figure for this stage.

Launched last month by the Institute of Technology, Tralee, and Shannon Development’s Kerry Technology Park, the programme received a phenomenal 500 expressions of interest from applicants throughout Ireland and Britain.