Version 1 Joins Young Enterprise as an Impact Partner to Drive Social Value and Inspire Future Entrepreneurs

L-R John McShane, Account Director at Version 1, Grey McDaid, Account Director a Version 1, Carol Fitzsimons, MBE, Chief Executive at Young Enterprise with pupils from Aquinas Grammar School and Lagan College, Belfast.

Leading digital transformation and IT services provider Version 1 has announced its support for Young Enterprise Northern Ireland as an Impact Partner, reinforcing its commitment to creating meaningful social value across the region. This partnership will help equip young people with essential entrepreneurial and employability skills, preparing them for success in an evolving economy.

Version 1’s social value strategy focuses on delivering positive outcomes for communities through education, skills development, and inclusion. By partnering with Young Enterprise NI, Version 1 aims to inspire the next generation of innovators and business leaders, ensuring they have the confidence and capability to thrive.

"At Version 1, we believe technology and innovation should empower people and communities. Supporting Young Enterprise NI aligns perfectly with our social value goals of increasing skills and opportunities for young people. By investing in enterprise education, we are helping to build a future workforce that is creative, resilient, and ready to lead Northern Ireland’s digital economy."

Jude McVitty, Social Value Manager,  Version 1

"We are delighted to welcome Version 1 as an Impact Partner. Their commitment to social value and skills development will make a real difference to the young people we work with. Together, we can inspire confidence and ambition, giving students the tools they need to succeed in business and in life."* 

Carol Fitzsimons MBE, Chief Executive, Young Enterprise Northern Ireland

Through this collaboration, Version 1 will contribute to programs that bring business volunteers into classrooms, deliver practical enterprise experiences, and showcase career opportunities in technology and innovation. The partnership reflects a shared vision: empowering young people to shape a prosperous and sustainable future for Northern Ireland.