McKenna will work alongside academics, students and potential entrepreneurs at Ulster University to transform ideas into business.
#SiliconRepublic #AwakenHub #WomenInTech
#SiliconRepublic #AwakenHub #WomenInTech
AwakenHub co-founder now an Ulster University business expert
Mary McKenna is the first Royal Society Entrepreneur in Residence appointed to Ulster University, where she will help nurture entrepreneurs.
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March 28, 2025 at 11:08 AM
McKenna will work alongside academics, students and potential entrepreneurs at Ulster University to transform ideas into business.
#SiliconRepublic #AwakenHub #WomenInTech
#SiliconRepublic #AwakenHub #WomenInTech
January 31, 2026 at 3:33 PM
AwakenHub builds on success of SheVentures with new US trade missions and programmes now open
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AwakenHub builds on success of SheVentures with new US trade missions and programmes now open
AwakenHub and AwakenAngels have announced an expansion of their successful US trade mission programme, with opportunities for women founders to join delegations to Cleveland, San Francisco, New York a...
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June 30, 2026 at 9:13 AM
AwakenHub builds on success of SheVentures with new US trade missions and programmes now open
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Yup,AwakenHub for sure and of course @annodea.bsky.social is on here from Silicon Republic. Mary is in Palm Springs at the moment but I am sure would be happy to chat :)
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AwakenHub
Female Founders and Entrepreneurs Network Ireland AwakenHub
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October 18, 2023 at 10:30 AM
Yup,AwakenHub for sure and of course @annodea.bsky.social is on here from Silicon Republic. Mary is in Palm Springs at the moment but I am sure would be happy to chat :)
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This lot are Irish and a great crew. They may have some helpful ideas.
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Mary McKenna is an old friend
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Mary McKenna is an old friend
AwakenHub
Female Founders and Entrepreneurs Network Ireland AwakenHub
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February 11, 2024 at 4:16 PM
This lot are Irish and a great crew. They may have some helpful ideas.
www.awakenhub.com
Mary McKenna is an old friend
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Mary McKenna is an old friend
#Snippet AwakenHub's "How to be Fierce & Fearless."
Lyn Mutch, Noodlehorse Media asked me about #OrganicMedia strategy for founders.
N.B. Lyn uploaded her session notes into #PerplexityAI to curate the question.
Replay to be posted soon on www.awakenhub.com. Join the AwakenHub Community.
Lyn Mutch, Noodlehorse Media asked me about #OrganicMedia strategy for founders.
N.B. Lyn uploaded her session notes into #PerplexityAI to curate the question.
Replay to be posted soon on www.awakenhub.com. Join the AwakenHub Community.
November 22, 2024 at 9:11 PM
#Snippet AwakenHub's "How to be Fierce & Fearless."
Lyn Mutch, Noodlehorse Media asked me about #OrganicMedia strategy for founders.
N.B. Lyn uploaded her session notes into #PerplexityAI to curate the question.
Replay to be posted soon on www.awakenhub.com. Join the AwakenHub Community.
Lyn Mutch, Noodlehorse Media asked me about #OrganicMedia strategy for founders.
N.B. Lyn uploaded her session notes into #PerplexityAI to curate the question.
Replay to be posted soon on www.awakenhub.com. Join the AwakenHub Community.
It’s been this way in Ireland since the start of COVID - that’s why @awakenhub.bsky.social has grown so quickly (#AwakenHub)
Why growing numbers of people plan to start a business - More than two-fifths of adults in Ireland are thinking about starting a business or embarking on a side hustle project in 2025, according to Enterprise Nation
#irish #entrepreneurs #founders #startups
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#irish #entrepreneurs #founders #startups
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Growing numbers of people plan to start-up | ThinkBusiness
More than two-fifths of adults in Ireland are thinking about starting a business or embarking on a side hustle project in 2025, according to Enterprise Nation.
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January 16, 2025 at 3:12 PM
It’s been this way in Ireland since the start of COVID - that’s why @awakenhub.bsky.social has grown so quickly (#AwakenHub)
Beginning in 2026, the three programmes will support women entrepreneurs throughout different stages of their business growth – from early ventures to scale-ups and established companies.
Three Irish schemes to support women entrepreneurs launched
The programmes will be delivered by TechFoundHer, Women in Business Northern Ireland, Network Ireland and AwakenHub.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Beginning in 2026, the three programmes will support women entrepreneurs throughout different stages of their business growth – from early ventures to scale-ups and established companies.
I’m sure that the AwakenHub gang will be along in full force
October 24, 2023 at 3:27 PM
I’m sure that the AwakenHub gang will be along in full force
My panel participation on BBC Radio Foyle about the IT sector in Derry alongside John Harkin (Alchemy), Mary McKenna (AwakenHub) and Katherine Rowlandson (Kippie).
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Derry's Digital Future
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January 7, 2025 at 7:52 PM
My panel participation on BBC Radio Foyle about the IT sector in Derry alongside John Harkin (Alchemy), Mary McKenna (AwakenHub) and Katherine Rowlandson (Kippie).
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Three Irish schemes to support women entrepreneurs launched www.siliconrepublic.com/start-ups/th...
Three Irish schemes to support women entrepreneurs launched
The programmes will be delivered by TechFoundHer, Women in Business Northern Ireland, Network Ireland and AwakenHub.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Three Irish schemes to support women entrepreneurs launched www.siliconrepublic.com/start-ups/th...
Mayor McHugh welcomes US Trade delegation to Derry
Mayor McHugh welcomes US Trade delegation to Derry
Facilitated by AwakenHub and the Derry Chamber of Commerce, the visit connects Derry companies with key sectors in Northeast Ohio
PICTURED ABOVE: Mayor Ruairí McHugh at the Strengthening Connections event between, Derry, Mentor and Northeast Ohio held in the Whittaker Suite, Guildhall. Front
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April 16, 2026 at 4:08 PM
Mayor McHugh welcomes US Trade delegation to Derry
Clare McGee’s AwakenHub hosts high-level trade mission as Derry-Ohio connection gathers momentum
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Clare McGee’s AwakenHub hosts high-level trade mission as Derry-Ohio connection gathers momentum
Six weeks ago Clare McGee bumped into Kevin Malecek at an Irish American Business Chamber lunch in Philadelphia.
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April 16, 2026 at 4:03 PM
Clare McGee’s AwakenHub hosts high-level trade mission as Derry-Ohio connection gathers momentum
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AwakenAngels new opportunities for Irish women tech founders in US
AwakenAngels new opportunities for Irish women tech founders in US
AwakenHub and AwakenAngels have announced an expansion of their successful US trade mission programme, with opportunities now available for women founders in tech to join new delegations to Cleveland, San Francisco, New York and Boston. Both organisations have also opened a new series of autumn...
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July 1, 2026 at 11:11 AM
AwakenAngels new opportunities for Irish women tech founders in US
Derry becomes hub for female innovation as AwakenHub launches "WeScale" residential
Derry becomes hub for female innovation as AwakenHub launches "WeScale" residential
In partnership with Cranfield University, 34 founders from across Ireland arrive in the North West this week to scale their businesses
PICTURED ABOVE: At the announcement of the new global partnership between WIN Women in Innovation and AwakenAngels, Ireland's only women-led investment syndic
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February 9, 2026 at 10:32 AM
Derry becomes hub for female innovation as AwakenHub launches "WeScale" residential
Derry-based AwakenHub shortlisted in three categories at 2025 Social Enterprise NI Awards
Derry-based AwakenHub shortlisted in three categories at 2025 Social Enterprise NI Awards
The shortlisting recognises AwakenHub’s growing impact and leadership across Ireland’s entrepreneurial ecosystem
AwakenHub, the only all-island community dedicated to backing and supporting women founders, has been shortlisted in three categories at the Social Enterprise NI Awards 2025. Headq
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November 7, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Derry-based AwakenHub shortlisted in three categories at 2025 Social Enterprise NI Awards
Derry-based AwakenAngels reaches £4m milestone and opens interest for 2026 US Trade Mission
Derry-based AwakenAngels reaches £4m milestone and opens interest for 2026 US Trade Mission
AwakenHub and AwakenAngels are now inviting expressions of interest for their next St Brigid’s Day Trade Mission
Headquartered in Derry and founded just two years ago to transform the investment landscape for women across the island of Ireland, AwakenAngels has announced its portfolio compani
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November 4, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Derry-based AwakenAngels reaches £4m milestone and opens interest for 2026 US Trade Mission
Derry-based AwakenAngels reaches £4m milestone and opens interest for 2026 US Trade Mission
Derry-based AwakenAngels reaches £4m milestone and opens interest for 2026 US Trade Mission
AwakenHub and AwakenAngels are now inviting expressions of interest for their next St Brigid’s Day Trade Mission
Headquartered in Derry and founded just two years ago to transform the investment landscape for women across the island of Ireland, AwakenAngels has announced its portfolio compani
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November 4, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Derry-based AwakenAngels reaches £4m milestone and opens interest for 2026 US Trade Mission
Local tech firms invited to join AwakenHub's new AI initiative
Local tech firms invited to join AwakenHub's new AI initiative
AwakenHub have been selected as the only NI project in UK government Regional Tech Booster programme
Derry-headquartered AwakenHub is inviting applications from NI tech-based businesses to join its AI productivity programme after being the only local project to secure funding under the UK Gov
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October 2, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Local tech firms invited to join AwakenHub's new AI initiative
AwakenHub 'Rise & Recharge' event in Derry for women entrepreneurs
AwakenHub 'Rise & Recharge' event in Derry for women entrepreneurs
Attendees will have the chance to connect with like-minded women at all stages of their journey
Whether you are at the very beginning of your business journey, growing a side hustle, or already a business owner seeking fresh confidence and clarity, AwakenHub are hosting a 'Rise & Recharge: Co
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September 13, 2025 at 11:09 AM
AwakenHub 'Rise & Recharge' event in Derry for women entrepreneurs
AwakenHub 'Rise & Recharge' event in Derry for women entrepreneurs
AwakenHub 'Rise & Recharge' event in Derry for women entrepreneurs
Attendees will have the chance to connect with like-minded women at all stages of their journey
Whether you are at the very beginning of your business journey, growing a side hustle, or already a business owner seeking fresh confidence and clarity, AwakenHub are hosting a 'Rise & Recharge: Co
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September 9, 2025 at 2:06 PM
AwakenHub 'Rise & Recharge' event in Derry for women entrepreneurs
Derry’s Clare McGee awarded 'Business Leader of the Year' accoldade
Derry’s Clare McGee awarded 'Business Leader of the Year' accoldade
Clare McGee from Derry, CEO and cofounder of AwakenHub and AwakenAngels, has been named Business Leader of the Year (SME category) at the 2025 Irish News Workplace & Employment Awards held recently at Titanic Belfast. In presenting the award, judges commented on “Clare’s visionary leadership in deve
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June 8, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Derry’s Clare McGee awarded 'Business Leader of the Year' accoldade
Derry’s Clare McGee awarded 'Business Leader of the Year' accoldade
Derry’s Clare McGee awarded 'Business Leader of the Year' accoldade
Clare McGee from Derry, CEO and cofounder of AwakenHub and AwakenAngels, has been named Business Leader of the Year (SME category) at the 2025 Irish News Workplace & Employment Awards held recently at Titanic Belfast. In presenting the award, judges commented on “Clare’s visionary leadership in deve
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June 5, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Derry’s Clare McGee awarded 'Business Leader of the Year' accoldade
NW women founders on high-stakes St. Brigid’s Day Trade Mission to US
NW women founders on high-stakes St. Brigid’s Day Trade Mission to US
Seven women-led companies from the NW and across Northern Ireland are among 20 businesses participating in a major trade mission to the United States next week. AwakenHub, Ireland’s only all-island community for women founders, and AwakenAngels, the first…
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February 3, 2025 at 8:33 AM
NW women founders on high-stakes St. Brigid’s Day Trade Mission to US