

Acumen Programme
InterTradeIreland’s Acumen programme offers funding support to help small businesses hire skilled sales professionals who can focus on growing sales and uncovering new opportunities in the cross-border market. Whether you're exploring exporting for the first time or aiming to expand your reach, Acumen is designed to support your growth.
Successful Acumen applicants receive funding from InterTradeIreland for the recruitment of an experienced and skilled, full-time or part-time sales resource, for the purpose of achieving the following objectives:​
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A focused and efficient cross-border sales and marketing strategy.
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A new and growing cross-border sales pipeline.
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An improved understanding of how to trade within a cross-border market.
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Enhanced capability & skills of your management and/or sales teams.
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Increased ability to recruit, manage and retain a sales resource.
As approved InterTradeIreland consultants, we can establish if your business meets the funding eligibility criteria, assist with completing your application to secure funding, and work with you as your consultant on the funded project.
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Take a look at our Acumen Programme explainer video below to find out how the Acumen programme works and how to apply.