The Learnovate Centre, based at Trinity College Dublin, has announced a significant boost with €9.6 million in funding from Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland. This funding will support the Centre’s efforts to help Irish companies develop cutting-edge technology solutions to address the country’s growing skills gaps.

Learnovate is a global leader in learning technology, with over a decade of experience in transforming how learning occurs in workplaces, schools, universities, and homes. This new funding will enable the Centre to expand its research and innovation agenda, further supporting the future of work and learning in Ireland.

With an ambitious goal to generate €50 million for the Irish economy by 2025 and €100 million by 2035, Learnovate is poised to make a significant impact. It currently has 75 member organisations worldwide, including major names like Zoom, Mastercard, Cisco, and Irish institutions such as LearnUpon, SOLAS, and The Department of Further & Higher Education.

This funding is a major vote of confidence in Learnovate’s work, which focuses on addressing skill gaps and helping organisations navigate the rapidly changing landscape of work. The Centre’s experts, drawn from fields such as cognitive science, psychology, and user experience, are dedicated to creating innovative learning experiences tailored to individual needs, driving behavioural change and organisational success.

Minister for Enterprise, Trade, and Employment Simon Coveney T.D. emphasised the importance of tackling emerging skills gaps:
“As the landscape of work and learning evolves, the work Learnovate does is essential for Ireland’s future economy.”

Learnovate Centre Director Nessa McEniff highlighted the funding's significance:
“This €9.6m investment is a huge vote of confidence in Learnovate and will help us continue delivering competitive advantage to Irish industry.”

Michelle Olmstead, Chief Innovation and Enterprise Officer at Trinity College Dublin, praised Learnovate's role in building connections between academia and industry, ensuring Irish businesses stay ahead in the future of work.

This funding will help Learnovate continue its mission to equip Irish companies with the skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly tech-driven world.