An event like this is very important in highlighting the significance of innovation and creativity in achieving sustainable development. Sustainability, innovation, and creativity are central to Údarás na Gaeltachta’s vision for the Gaeltacht and are core parts of its strategy for economic, social and cultural development. An event such as this enables innovators and entrepreneurs from the Gaeltacht and, indeed, other parts of Ireland to connect with, to learn from and to explore ways to collaborate with entrepreneurs and innovators from other parts of Europe. Looking at the programme of events for the festival, it's clear that it will be of huge benefit in highlighting key innovations that are being developed and also very important in highlighting the ecosystem of supports that exists to assist innovators and entrepreneurs.