Expert panel sought to boost exports by Waterford firms

Local Enterprise Office has issued tender documents seeking applicants for the panel

LEO Waterford aims to provide coaching support to owners and managers and to help businesses to understand the basis of their export plan. Picture: P J Browne

Waterford's Local Enterprise Office (LEO) is seeking to establish a panel of export business advisors to support and mentor companies in the region.

The business body has issued tender documents seeking applicants for the panel who will assist micro and small businesses and enterprises by providing coaching support to owners and managers. This will include helping businesses to understand the basis of their export plan and where they might export, with advice on how to develop an export strategy.