Speed networking event success in Llandeilo

Following the sweeping success of the Speed Networking event held in the Quins Club in Carmarthen recently, a second round was held in the Angel, Llandeilo, on the 9th of May for a new group of young entrepreneurs in Carmarthenshire.
Tomas Marks and Linda Morris from the Mentro project hosted the event.

Mentro is run by Menter Bro Dinefwr and is part of the RDP Sir Gâr Rural Entrepreneurship project*, providing free business support to young people aged between 16 and 30.

The event was arranged as a networking opportunity and for the future businesspeople to get advice from established businesses.
The young entrepreneurs were given 4 minutes with each of the various experienced business mentors present, from companies including; Telesgop, Tinopolis, Y Stiwdio Gerdd/James Music, Angel, Heavenly, Emma Phillips Bridal, Online Sales Messages, Ynni Da, Ac Ati Translators, Ashmole & Co Accounant, Agri Advisor Solicitor, Akamuti Skincare and Eileen Thomas Child Minder from Dryslwyn.
Owain Glenister, Deputy Chief Executive of Menter Bro Dinefwr, said: ‘The expertise of the mentors and the enthusiasm of the young people made for a very entertaining and informative evening. The young people were obviously enjoying the opportunity to showcase their ideas in a relaxing and friendly environment. The concept of ‘easy networking’ highlights the creative and innovative way in which the Mentro project is reaching out to young entrepreneurs in rural Carmarthenshire by giving them unique opportunities to learn from the vast experience of local business people.

The initial four minute session is only the beginning of a long term engagement process linking emerging enterprises and existing businesses in rural Carmarthenshire.
For further information about Mentro and future events, contact Tomas Marks at Menter Bro Dinefwr on (01558) 825336 or email tomasmarks@menterbrodinefwr.org.