Calls for more SME support at all-island venture capital conference [Video]

Supporting innovative SMEs is key to delivering higher productivity and better jobs, the Northern Ireland Economy Minister has said.

Conor Murphy MLA made the comments as he opened the 2024 InterTradeIreland Venture Capital Conference at Titanic Belfast, welcoming over 600 delegates from across the island of Ireland. 

Hosted by award-winning author, speaker, and co-founder of “The Positive Economist”, Susan HayesCulleton, the event connected early-stage and start-up businesses with venture capitalists, business angels and other investors. 

Minister for the Economy, Conor Murphy MLA said: “Small and medium sized enterprises are fundamental to the economy, making up more than 99% of our firms.

“Supporting innovative small and medium firms, and the entrepreneurs behind their success, is therefore key to meeting my economic priorities of higher productivity and better jobs.

“The Venture Capital Conference is all about making connections between these ambitious entrepreneurs, high growth potential firms and investors who can help them on their journey.

“It provides an ideal forum to help …