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Role Of The Non-Executive Director

Institute of Directors, The Merchant Hotel, Belfast, 25 October 2024

Antrim and Newtownabbey Jobs and Apprenticeships Fair

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council, Valley Leisure Centre, Newtownabbey, 25 October 2024

Business Growth Challenge Week 4: Bidding and closing deals

UK Export Academy, 25 October 2024

Lunch & Learn | Skills and Training Needs Analysis

Invest Northern Ireland, Innovation Factory, Belfast, 25 October 2024

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