When

21 October 2020    
11:00 - 11:45
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Event Overview

In the second webinar of our Countdown to Brexit series our expert panel assesses the current knowns and unknowns of Brexit and how this will impact on Northern Ireland’s unique trading position with Europe. At this critical time, it is essential that businesses are clear on the steps they need to take now.

At our last webinar our panellists talked about the opportunities that Brexit represents for NI as a very attractive place to do business and the ease that we can dispatch goods to Europe with no documentation. However, as one expert put it “Data is the new oil” and businesses can be prepared by ensuring the correct data processes are in place ahead of the 31 December deadline.

Our expert panel including Deirdre Maguire of InterTrade Ireland, Seamus Lehenyof Logistics UK provide solid advice and critical information to help support businesses to prepare for Brexit. Colin Mullan, Managing Director ofFindInsurance NI, a locally-owned business with nearly 50 years’ experience in Northern Ireland, will talk us through the Brexit challenges hisbusiness faces.

Panellist bios:

Seamus Leheny, Logistics UK
Seamus Leheny is the Policy Manager for Logistics UK in Northern Ireland representing the interests of businesses involved in all elements of logistics,supply chains and transport.
Seamus’s work involves regular engagementwith national and local government on a wide range of policy matters ranging from Brexit, compliance, sustainable transport and infrastructure.
Prior to working for Logistics UK, Seamus worked in the European and DeepSea shipping industry representing various shipping companies based in Belfast Port gaining valuable experience in supply chains, administrative and customs protocols for various trade flows.

Deirdre Maguire, InterTradeIreland

Deirdre has a wide range of experience working with SMEs, is a Bachelor of Financial Services. She previously worked with Ulster Bankin both Retail and in Business Banking for over 20 years and in a range of positions. She then worked in the manufacturing sector with Norbrook Laboratories and then with MJM Marine Group and now manages the InterTradeIreland Brexit Advisory Service and is working closely with SMEs sharing the detail of supports available through Brexit and Covid.