Carlow businesses urged to avail of 'game-changer' opportunity to reduce costs and grow

Carlow County Council, in partnership with Connected Hubs, has launched a new campaign to showcase the benefits of hub spaces for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the county as part of the national 'Think Big. Work Local' initiative.'

The campaign aims to highlight the practical benefits hubs can offer small and medium businesses in Carlow, such as being free of the strain of long leases through coworking desks, private offices, and hybrid options for teams of all sizes. 

There is also a very important element of cost efficiency by reducing overheads while also offering ready-to-use and professional spaces which include training facilities and event venues. 

To highlight the benefits of hubs for Carlow businesses, local businesswoman and founder of eimear.ie, Eimear Ní Bhraonáin, described how her local hub, the Station House in Hacketstown, has been a "game-changer" for growing and managing her business. 

Eimear said: "Using my local hub has been a game-changer for my business. It gives me a professional base to meet clients, the flexibility to manage my workload, and the chance to be part of a supportive business community. For small businesses like mine, hubs are not just about space — they’re about opportunities to grow and connect locally.

"I'm grateful that I have the opportunity to grow my business from my native county Carlow, as I have a pride of place and this is part of my story."

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Speaking about the launch of the initiative, Kieran Comerford, Head of Economic Development and Enterprise, Carlow County Council, said:

"This campaign is about supporting Carlow’s business community with practical, flexible solutions that help them grow and thrive. By partnering with Connected Hubs, we can highlight the world-class facilities and supportive communities available right here in Carlow, making it easier for SMEs to do business closer to home."

Stephen Carolan, Head of Connected Hubs, Western Development Commission, added:

"SMEs are the backbone of our local economies, and hubs offer them the flexibility, connectivity and professional environments they need to succeed. We’re delighted to work with Carlow County Council on this pilot campaign, which showcases the real impact hubs can have for rural businesses."

Connected Hubs is a key driver of Ireland’s national hub network, bringing together over 390 hubs across the country on one platform - ConnectedHubs.ie.