The top 25 researchers and the top 5 research centre managers will have the opportunity to network with their peers and the panel of speakers and representatives of the SME and MNC corporate sector. The first 30 applicants selected will receive the following:

• An opportunity to explore the commercial value of your research
• An opportunity to scope out an innovative and enterprising culture for your research centre
• A comprehensive resource pack
• Ongoing virtual support
• Local mentor support
• Access to an extensive network
• Waived registration fees for the Entrepreneurship Summer Academy
• A travel bursary for flights and accommodation.

There is a top line of speakers and panelists attending the academy with significant experience and track record in Europe and beyond.  Full details of the all the speakers and panel members are available on the TRADEIT website.
Participants will have the opportunity to network and learn from their peers, research centre managers and representatives of the Traditional Food SMEs throughout the Academy.
At the end of the Entrepreneurial Summer Academy the food researchers will have acquired a ‘ready to go to market’ resource pack but more importantly with a network of contacts and supports through the International TRADEIT community which will enhance their Entrepreneurial and Innovative mindset.

How to apply?
Please complete the application form available on the TRADEIT website.  There are only a limited number of places available on the programme. Please submit your application on time to breda.odwyer@staff.ittralee.ie by 5pm on Friday May 10th, 2014 by email or by post to Breda O’Dwyer, Manager CEED, Tom Crean Business Centre, Kerry Technology Park, Tralee, Co. Kerry, Ireland.