The 32 county Small Business Community tweet-up takes place in The County Arms, Birr, Co Offaly on 27th January at 11am. The idea is to have small business from the 32 counties meet in one place to network, chat, get to know twitter friends and share business cards. We want this to be a really positive start to 2012 for small business in Ireland.

This is a free networking event, participants are required however to register in advance of the date so as we can let the Hotel know numbers. Also state if you want lunch at €11 in the award winning restaurant.

It will be a relaxed and informal event, with a couple of guest speakers one of whom we're delighted to tell you a little about now...

George Mordaunt, author of "Shepherds Pie" and renowned speaker, will be sharing his experiences with us on the rollercoaster journey he's been through in Ireland during the recession and his advice on how to move forward in business.  You'll find out a little more about George at http://www.georgemordaunt.com/index.php/shepherdspie/

We have the hotel for the whole day and evening so feel free to book in overnight and we can all have drinks in the evening, or go and explore the sights of Birr.

Rooms are available at the venue for those wishing to stay overnight, please book directly with the venue on 0579120791 and say you are with #SMEcommunity. €79 for a double and €69 for a single to include Breakfast.

For more information you can contact;

Debi Harper, Tus Nua Designs 0868866736

Debbie McDonnell, The Marketing Shop 0872785818

Be Rowland Mindful Productivity 0863500892