Techstart and Ormeau Baths present: Ormeau Labs
FOUNDER SUPPORT PROGRAMME We are looking for up to 8 ambitious Northern Irish founders to join the first Ormeau Labs programme. Successful applicants will receive £50k equity investment (founder friendly terms) along with mentoring support from Ormeau Baths and Techstart Ventures team. You will also get access to international networks and 12 months residency in […]
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OB Resident in Focus: Joanna McCreary
Name and Role Company Elevator Pitch Joanna McCreary Customer Engagement Manager at Lumity Lumity exists to support the health, strength and wellness of our customers. Developed to nourish and protect the body in order to restore balance and ultimately extend healthspan, our products stand out from the crowd for their efficacy, high quality and sustainability. […]
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OB Admin in Focus: Chris Wilson
1. Name and Role: Chris Wilson / Community assistant 2. Describe yourself in 50 words? I like to think of myself as a fun and energetic guy who thinks Dungeons & Dragons is the best hobby any human could possibly play in their free time. 3. Do you have any hobbies or interests? Dungeons and […]
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OB Resident in Focus: Ted Crown
Name and Role: Ted Crown. I am named after Thomas Edison – not a teddy despite my looks. PCU at Ormeau Baths – Professional Cheerer Upper Describe yourself in 5 words? Fun, furry, fond of a treat. What is your favourite treat? Part of my job at OB is to ensure the quality of everyone’s […]
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Ormeau Baths Virtual Tour
Ormeau Baths is an amazing building, steeped in history and character. Everyone who steps through the doors admires the building for the original features that have been here since it was first opened as a baths and swimming pool in 1888. We love to show the building off and giving tours to new people who […]
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OB Resident in Focus: Lucy Marshall
Name and Role: Lucy Marshall. Community Manager, Workplus Company elevator pitch: Workplus exists to make it easier for employers to find apprentices and vice versa. My role involves supporting the Workplus employer network and engaging with schools and colleges. I’m also enjoying working on other Workplus projects, such as mentoring training for employers, and collaborating […]
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OB Resident in Focus: Ged Armstrong
Name & Role: Just call me Ged (pronounced Jed btw, I know, it’s a melt). I’m a TikTok Content Creator & Consultant. Elevator Pitch: I do two things: Help businesses expand their brand awareness, drive sales & cultivate community on TikTok through delivering organic video content strategies. Create high quality content for brands on […]
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Admin in Focus: Naomi Baker Community Assistant
Name and Role: Naomi – Community Assistant What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned in 2021? Being locked down for almost two years made me realise you have to do what makes you happy because life is too short to stay in your comfort zone! First opportunity I got I was on a train with my […]
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Admin in Focus: John Hyland- Barclays Digital Eagle Team
Please welcome the wonderful John Hyland from the Barclays Digital Eagle Team. John moved from Liverpool to Belfast and planted himself in Ormeau Baths as he wanted to connect and be surrounded by amazing, like-minded people. Since then John has made a huge positive impact on the OB team and members by involving himself in […]
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Resident in Focus: Danny Stuart Founder of Workstream
Name and Role Danny Stuart – Founder of Workstream Previously and sometimes still on exceptional cases – I worked as a Commercial Consultant on behalf of clients within construction throughout the UK, Ireland and internationally. Qualified as a Quantity Surveyor, I have worked across multiple sectors from aircraft carriers, wind farms, nuclear power stations and […]
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Resident in Focus: Ryan Donnelly & Jack Carlisle Co-Founders of Enzai Technologies
Name and Role: Ryan: I’m Ryan Donnelly. I spent six years in London working as a lawyer at leading international law firms. I am now the co-founder of Enzai Technologies. Jack: And I’m Jack Carlisle, a software engineer. I started my career six years ago in London working for various startups/ scale-ups. I’m also the […]
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Chris Wills OB Res in Focus: Owner of AdviserDigital
Name & Role Chris Wills, Owner of AdviserDigital Company Elevator Pitch Professional & Financial Services firms have one massive problem that for them outweighs all other problems in their business. Their ability to attract new and qualified clients for their business. Simply Existing, Being a “Great Advisor”, working your client base & referrals is not […]
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Meet Our Member: Gillian Gregg
Gillian Gregg is a Senior Regional Business Development Manager at the Royal Academy of Engineering. Last year she was chosen to establish the Academy’s first-ever regional hub in Belfast which proudly calls its home right here in Ormeau Baths. Drawing on her vast experience working in the sector across government, industry and academia, Gillian is […]
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OB Res in Focus: Matthew McAllister Founder and CEO of Mortgage Propeller
Name and Role: Matt McAllister, Founder and CEO of Mortgage Propeller Company elevator pitch: Mortgage Propeller is a technology led platform focused on solving qualified lead generation and application processing problems for mortgage brokers What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned in 2021? It’s good to take a break. Your startup won’t fail in the space […]
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Emma Young- Imposter Syndrome
As a 25-year-old female, young professional, outgoing millennial with a pretty successful career so young, most would think well what is there to doubt? All of the above descriptions are detailed in a way which points anyone in a positive light, right? And you’re correct, they do, and I’m proud of where I am in […]
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