The annual Young Entrepreneur Programme is a celebration of Kerry's unique entrepreneurial talent aimed at nurturing Ireland's next generation of business leaders. Developed by the Institute of Technology, Tralee, Shannon Development and entrepreneur Jerry Kennelly, the programme is now in its firth year and has become a standard on the curriculum of secondary schools and for third level students in the region.

Teacher Information Sessions: Wednesday 31 August and Thursday 1 September
Blue Sky Day: Friday 23 September 2011
Business Plan Workshop: Friday 25 November 2011
Business Boot Camp: Friday 3 February 2012
Business Plan Submission: Friday 16 March 2012
Exam (online): Tuesday 20 March
Shortlist Pitching: Friday 23 March 2012
Judging Day: Friday 30 March 2012
Finalists' trip: Thursday 12 April 2012
Awards: Thursday 3 May 2012