MERITS is an innovation thinkspace hub created to support digital and technology innovation in the Mid-East region of Ireland (Kildare, Meath and Wicklow). We are building the next-gen digital tech ventures, products and services to strengthen Ireland’s position in the digital world.
MERITS is funded by Kildare County Council and Enterprise Ireland under Regional Enterprise Development Fund (REDF). Our newly built hub is strategically located in the heart of Kildare, Naas. Adjacent to KCC offices, our building is spread over 1200sqm and equipped with latest tools and technologies to provide our members an immersive experience. From individual hot desks, office spaces and meeting rooms to conference suites, MERITS hub will meet all your professional needs.
There are a variety of different membership options available, which you can read about in detail
here and this application is suitable for all of these membership types.
MERITS is funded by Kildare County Council and Enterprise Ireland specifically to support founders and companies that are eligible for Local Enterprise Office or Enterprise Ireland support and are operating in digital, technology and/or internationally traded service sectors. To become a tenant of the MERITS facility, you must meet both of these criteria. If you don’t, please email us at JoinUs@merits.ie and we can direct you to other facilities which may be able to accommodate you.
In order to be eligible for MERITS membership, your business must be either a:
- Digital Technology business or;
- Internationally Traded Service
To verify if you are eligible to apply for Enterprise Ireland or Local Enterprise Office funding please consult the following links:
- Sectors eligible for Enterprise Ireland support.
- Sectors eligible for Local Enterprise Office support.