The Pulse Club: Fostering Connection and Growth

By Maria Connolly 

Pulse Club Networking Event 30th January 2025

T​he latest networking event hosted by The Pulse Club on 30th January at the Ballinasloe Enterprise Hub was a resounding success. Bringing together professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs, the gathering provided an invaluable platform for discussing funding supports available for SMEs, exchanging updates, and offering peer-to-peer advice on challenges faced by attendees. Participants had the opportunity to introduce themselves and share insights about their businesses or start-ups. With 25 people in attendance, the event saw a vibrant mix of familiar faces and first-time visitors, fostering meaningful connections and a strong sense of community.

​Established in 2019 under the umbrella of Ballinasloe Area Community Development (BACD), The Pulse Club serves as a supportive network for local businesses, start-ups, and entrepreneurs. The club operates with an open-door policy, welcoming all participants— whether long-established or newly founded enterprises.

​Its mission is to provide a nurturing and collaborative environment where businesses can thrive, share experiences, and build lasting partnerships. The Pulse Club meets on the last Thursday of every month, with sessions scheduled at varying times, from early morning breakfasts to evening gatherings, to accommodate diverse schedules. Businesses interested in hosting a meeting in 2025 are encouraged to get involved. Hosting provides a unique opportunity to showcase your company, with The Pulse Club team taking care of the event logistics. For more information or to register for the monthly networking meetups, contact Lyn Donnelly at [email protected].