About ii

ii is an innovation hub, focusing on disruptive digital technologies and business models. It offers its members growth and scaling opportunities, access to world-class standard technological knowledge and skills and state-of-the-art co-working facilities purposely designed for collaboration.

A prime location on the European Union's Atlantic shore

The ii hub is located in the North West City Region of Ireland. Buncrana, a beautiful seaside town that oozes character, charm and zen, is its home. Within a 40km (25 mile) radius, we have access to an international airport and two universities, supplying a seamless chain of technological talent. Buncrana is just a short drive from Derry City.

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iiValidator is a regular critical analysis session between our members and renowned industry mentors, where they can share and test their ideas.

Idea validation is one of the most important aspects of entrepreneurship. Validation comes in different forms: the action of checking or proving that the validity of your business idea has the legs for worldwide dominance is the form that ii adhere to. If you are off-track, we will be the first to let you know. At ii, we do not sit back and let you get on with your everyday business - WE ARE your everyday business.

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Fourth largest population centre

The North West City Region, which incorporates both Derry and Letterkenny, is the fourth largest population centre on the island of Ireland, with 350,000 residents. It is uniquely placed as a region that has access to both the EU and UK markets, with a total market opportunity of 514 million people.

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An abundance of history, nature and culture

Derry City is the home of Ireland’s only completely intact historic walled city, award winning museums and some of the greatest outdoor festivals in the world. You will have world-class visitor experiences on your doorstep, and a cosmopolitan vibe all year round within the compact and walkable city. Buncrana is also close to Letterkenny, where you can enjoy the perfect mix of nature, culture, and nightlife.
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iiValidator is a regular critical analysis session between our members and renowned industry mentors, where they can share and test their ideas.

Idea validation is one of the most important aspects of entrepreneurship. Validation comes in different forms: the action of checking or proving that the validity of your business idea has the legs for worldwide dominance is the form that ii adhere to. If you are off-track, we will be the first to let you know. At ii, we do not sit back and let you get on with your everyday business - WE ARE your everyday business.

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An entire eco-system

Being an ii member gives you priority access to Ireland's leading venture developers and the North West's most significant research centres, giving you the fundamental knowledge of how to grow and scale your business and the steps necessary to attain investment or funding.

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Meet Our Team

ii members have transparent communication with leading industry experts - more to be added here soon

Anne Marie McLaughlin

ii Innovation Manager

Anne Marie is an Inishowen native who held senior roles in software development and innovation in the U.S. for 20 years before returning to enjoy the quality of life and opportunities Inishowen has to offer. She is passionate about achieving the ii's goals of advancing emerging tech knowledge, innovation and opportunity in the peninsula.

Méabh Conaghan

Enterprise Ireland

Méabh is the Enterprise Ireland Regional Director. She has been a senior development advisor across many different industry sectors during her time in EI (technology, food, consumer retail etc) and has extensive knowledge of business planning. 

Brenda Hegarty

Local Enterprise Office Donegal

Brenda is head of enterprise at Donegal County Council (Local Enterprise Office Donegal). LEO Donegal support people who are interested in starting up a new business or who are already in business including entrepreneurs, early-stage promoters, and small businesses looking to expand. Brenda’s team at LEO Donegal comprises a wide range of experience, skills, and services to offer you advice, information, training, and support in starting up or growing your business.

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