SBD Innovation Series 2025

Explore. Engage. Innovate. Join the SBD Innovation Series

Step into four days of forward-thinking discovery at the SBD Innovation Series, where ideas meet impact. Each day dives into a powerful theme shaping the future of business and technology.

Thursday, November 13 – Digitalisation

Smart Retail: Digitising Businesses in The District (with Tap Retail)
Connected District: Business Digital Twin Initiative
Learn about grants and supports available to grow your digital business – LEO DLR
Get your socials ready for Black Friday, Christmas and post Christmas Sales - LEO DLR

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

Location: Dynamic Space, 60 Holly Avenue, A94 X4P0

Free to attend (registration required)

Thursday, November 20 – Social Innovation

Smart Energy: Enhancing BER Ratings with AI (with Sustain IT)
Exploring Innovative Business Applications
Solar Energy Initiatives for the District

Time: 11.30am to 12.30pm

Location: Dynamic Space, 60 Holly Avenue, A94 X4P0

Free to attend (registration required)

Wednesday, November 26 – Circular Economy

Led by Dr. Aodhán Newsholme, SBD’s Circular Economy Champion, this session takes place at the Rediscovery Centre, Ballymun, Ireland’s National Centre for the Circular Economy. Learn about sustainability, innovation, and real-world circular solutions.

Choose the session that suits your schedule:

9:30am to 12:00pm and 1:30pm to 4:00pm. (repeat session)

Location: Rediscovery Centre, Ballymun

Free to attend (registration required)

Monday, December 1 – Artificial Intelligence

Hosted in collaboration with Microsoft at their Leopardstown campus, this session explores the latest advances in AI and the future of business in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Hear from expert speakers and gain insights into how AI is shaping innovation and strategy across industries.

Time: 10am to 11.30am

Location: One Microsoft Place

Free to attend (registration required)

Time: 10:00am to 12:00

SBD Innovation Series 2025

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