*Nell Stritch.
CLONLARA’s Nell Stritch has been selected as a finalist in The Pitch.
One of only five finalists and the only representative from Munster, Nell has been shortlisted in the initiative led by Brown Thomas and Arnotts to support local talent and champion Irish businesses. She was chosen from over 200 applicants.
Nell will showcase her pressed flower artwork at the renowned Arnotts Christmas Market from November 14th through early January 2024. The Pitch ’24 campaign, now in its fourth year, calls on Irish start-ups and entrepreneurs to pitch for the chance to be mentored by industry experts. The overall winner will receive a €10,000 business development fund, along with in-store and online placement.
Since May, Nell has been working closely with mentors. “It’s been a whirlwind behind the scenes, balancing creativity, late nights, and a lot of learning but I am beyond proud to share my passion with the world at Arnotts. Being part of The Pitch has been a dream come true. I’m so excited to unveil my exclusive “Love in Flight” robin pressed flower design, created especially for this event,” she said.
Pitch’24 aims to support and promote the growth of start-ups and small businesses in Ireland. The competition provides participants with exposure and resources. Each finalist will receive mentoring and guidance from an expert panel from Brown Thomas and Arnotts Digital, Marketing, Buying and Store retail teams. Additionally, finalists will benefit from support provided by industry partners: Eversheds Legal who will offer legal advice and support to help navigate the complexities of running a business and BKK Financial Advisors who will provide financial mentorship to assist in strategic planning and growth.
The Arnotts Christmas Market is known for its celebration of handcrafted, locally made products. Nell’s nature-inspired designs, many made from flowers grown in her own garden, will be available exclusively at Arnotts in store and online for the holiday season.
About Pressed Flowers by Nell:
Pressed Flowers by Nell specialises in preserving the beauty of nature through handmade, pressed flower artwork. With a commitment to sustainability and supporting local suppliers, Nell has grown her business on Roches St Limerick from strength to strength and has become known for her intricate designs, including bespoke bridal bouquets, fine art prints, and more. Nell’s work has won several awards, including Creative Professional of the Year 2023, Wedding Artist of the Year and a place on the KPMG list of 100 women to watch in 2024.
