SEBIC recently announced its Bright Ideas Challenge. This is a unique opportunity for innovative businesses (start ups, SMEs and individuals) based in the South East of Ireland (Carlow, Kilkenny, Waterford, Wexford and South Tipperary) who are in the start-up or early stages of development. Candidates will compete to present their ideas and business plans to a panel of judges, to be in with the chance of winning the title of South East Bright Ideas Challenge winner, and an investment package to develop their business, consisting of equity investment, loan finance and business supports.

For further information log onto www.brightideaschallenge.ie The closing date for Expression of Interest forms is September 5th, 2008.