1. ENTREPRENEURS

2. What is an Entrepreneur?
An entrepreneur is someone who is willing to take risks to achieve business success
An entrepreneur:
Innovation
Organisation
Risk Taking

3. Key Entrepreneurial Characteristics
Risk Taking
Innovation
Independence
Persistence
Self Control/Emotional Stability
Self Confidence
A sense of urgency
Interpersonal Skills
Ability to learn from failures
Dedicated and hard working

4. Examples of Northern Ireland Entrepreneurs
Robert, William and Jeff Wright – The Wright Group Ltd – Bus Builder
David and Neil Patton – The Patton Group Ltd – Construction Company
Johnston, Stephen and Alex Robinson – Robinson Quarry Masters Ltd – Quarry Products
Thomas, Matthew and David McKillen - McKillens Ltd - Footwear

5. Government and Enterprise
The Government is keen to encourage enterprise, for the following reasons:
Creates employment
Stimulates economic development
Businesses which compete internationally bring money into the Northern Ireland economy
People who set up their own business are usually highly motivated

6. Useful Websites www.businesslink.gov.uk www.investni.com