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Startup accelerator NRDC opens applications for annual Founder Weekend

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The NDRC Founder Weekend is quickly approaching. This year’s event will be held from February 17th-19th and will bring together up to 60 members, including Leo Rodriguez from Helgen Tech, James Flynn of ConnectMor, Richelle Flanagan of MyMovesMatter and Hrvoje Smolic of Graphite Note.

This year’s weekend will focus on low code/no code product build as well as other workshops such as storytelling, pitching and mentor 1:1’s. Here are a few more details about this upcoming event.


What Is NDRC?


The National Digital Research Centre (NDRC) is a national startup accelerator programme based in Ireland that supports startups in their journey to becoming successful companies. They offer advice and training to entrepreneurs, helping them turn their ideas into reality. The team also provides mentorship and funding opportunities for early-stage startups.

The Founder Weekend


This year’s event will take place remotely at the RDI Hub in Kerry and will focus on low code / no code product build. Attendees can expect to learn how to build products using coding tools such as HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript. In addition to this workshop, participants can also attend sessions on topics such as storytelling, pitching and mentor 1:1’s throughout the weekend. This is a great opportunity for entrepreneurs who are looking for ways to refine their skills or get feedback from industry professionals on their current projects.

Speakers & Mentors


The NDRC Founder Weekend has attracted some of the top names in tech such as Leo Rodriguez from Helgen Tech, James Flynn of ConnectMor, Richelle Flanagan of MyMovesMatter and Hrvoje Smolic of Graphite Note who will serve both as speakers and mentors during the event. All four have extensive experience in tech startups which makes them great resources for any aspiring entrepreneur looking for guidance or advice on how to tackle any challenge they might face along the way.


If you’re interested in attending or would like more information about this upcoming event make sure you check out https://www.ndrc.ie/founder-weekend.