Discover how and where to find an apprentice, the cost of hiring one (and what funding is available) and how to make sure your business is protected.

Lunch and Learn: Successful tips for hiring apprentices

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 uncovers the expenses associated with bringing an apprentice on board, including the funding options available. 

She shares practical strategies on where and how to discover your ideal apprentice, turning recruitment into a seamless and successful process.

Did you know that the government funds between 95% to 100% of apprentice training costs for small businesses? 

What’s more, in the Autumn Statement the government pledged to boost apprenticeship training in sectors that contribute to economic growth, investing £50 million in a two-year pilot starting in spring 2024.

Although apprenticeships can help build your team from the ground up, it can be a minefield to access funding and understand the different apprenticeship standards and recruiting.

Katy is a learning and development manager at 

. A fully qualified CIPD professional, Katy has over 20 years of experience working mainly in the hospitality industry.

She has extensive experience in apprenticeships, having established and managed Wetherspoon's apprenticeship scheme.

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Uncover the ins and outs of hiring apprentices, including funding, legalities and effective recruitment.

I am a highly accomplished C-suite and Senior Leadership Team member, recognised for exceptional leadership and strategic expertise in sales, marketing and business development. Demonstrated success in international leadership positions, including successful start-ups (UK and USA), Private Equity and IPOs, MBOs and orchestrating three seamless acquisitions. Trusted professional known for managing very complex working environments with a dependable reputation built on trust and honesty. A focused leader experienced in driving companies through high growth, strategic transformations, business integration and fostering high-performing, thriving people-first cultures. Leadership style centred on compassion, motivation and inspiration, setting clear team goals, targets, and incentives to cultivate a culture of continuous communication, interaction and engagement for sustainable performance improvement. Proudly committed to nurturing and developing talent, serving as a hands-on people manager, dedicated coach and compassionate leader who has empowered countless individuals to unlock their true potential and achieve remarkable success.
During my career I:-
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<li>At the age of 27, I created the strategy and led the growth for Mosaic Information Technologies, that resulted in the business being acquired by NASDAQ listed company, Intelect Inc., for $15m after 18-months of a $200k angel investment.</li>
<li>Personally responsible for a $2m trade investment into my start-up, International Multimedia Corporation</li>
<li>Played a pivotal role in starting the Roc Technologies revenue scale-up from £3m to £35m over a 4-year period and part of the senior leadership team that secured BGF’s largest investment for an MBO and acquisition.</li>
<li>Successfully led the Nimbus Partners people integration of 150 people into TIBCO post their acquisition and ran the business unit globally resulting in being promoted to the TIBCO global senior leadership team.</li>
<li>Managed and scaled-up the AvePoint UK business during the pandemic and transformed the territory by implementing a compassionate operating model that became the global standard.</li>
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My core competencies are:
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<li>Organisational Leadership</li>
<li>People Management</li>
<li>Leadership Development</li>
<li>Board &amp; Stakeholder Engagement</li>
<li>Strategic Vision</li>
<li>Global Business Development</li>
<li>Crisis Management</li>
<li>Data-Driven Decision Making</li>
<li>Negotiating &amp; Influence</li>
<li>Financial Planning &amp; Forecasting</li>
<li>Process Transformation</li>
<li>Innovation &amp; Critical Thinking</li>
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<ins>Industry Highlights</ins>
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<li>£40m + Merger and Acquisition activity.</li>
<li>10+ industry awards.</li>
<li>8 Start-ups.</li>
<li>30+ years of corporate experience including sitting on Boards and SLTs of global public companies.</li>
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Hi there! ?? I’m Victoria McCormack, the energy behind JVM Consultancy. With over 12 years of experience in customer service and a decade of mastering remote work in industry giants Apple &amp; Shopify, I’m all about helping you carve out your path to success, one step and one goal at a time.
My passion lies in leadership development, fostering team collaboration, and elevating customer experiences. I thrive on empowering organisations to succeed in today’s fast-paced world by refining leadership approaches and enhancing how teams connect with each other and your customers.&nbsp;
I transform how you lead, train, and inspire, bringing out the authentic and powerful leader within you. Imagine stepping into a role where your leadership is anything but boring—it&apos;s dynamic, engaging, and completely true to who you are. If you&apos;re ready to see real change and become the best version of yourself, I’m here to help make that happen. ??
If you are looking to break free from the ordinary and truly make your mark? Let’s connect! ??
If you’re interested in collaborating or just want to chat, reach out to me at victoria@jvmconsultancy.ie.
Let’s bring your leadership and your business to the next level!

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We craft workshops tailored to tackle your organisation&apos;s unique challenges. I have experience working in high-profile large-scale businesses and grassroots community projects, which bring a deep understanding of the importance of human learning experiences. When working with me, I will not only support you in creation but also teach you in how to design workshops that level up- your team for future opportunities.

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Director of New Paradigms Consulting - helping small businesses and NGOs leverage digital technology to grow. My passion is supporting the development of sustainable rural communities. founder of the Castlebar Chapter of Grow Remote, Cool Planet Champion for Mayo. Graduate of DCU MSc (Hons) Management for Sustainable Development, University of Galway MSc (Hons) Ag Innovation, NUIG BSc (Hons) Rural Development, DIT (TU) BSc in Digital Technology, Design &amp; Innovation. Chairperson of Ballyvary GAA Club. Toastmaster. traditional musician, and native woodland owner.

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Bernard Joyce

Director of New Paradigms Consulting - helping small businesses and NGOs leverage digital technology to grow. My passion is supporting the development of sustainable rural communities. founder of the Castlebar Chapter of Grow Remote, Cool Planet Champion for Mayo. Graduate of DCU MSc (Hons) Management for Sustainable Development, University of Galway MSc (Hons) Ag Innovation, NUIG BSc (Hons) Rural Development, DIT (TU) BSc in Digital Technology, Design &amp; Innovation. Chairperson of Ballyva

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