The company was established in 1999 by Ballinasloe Chamber
of Commerce, Ballinasloe Credit Union, Ballinasloe Town Council, Creagh
Community Development and members of the public which constitute the
'Membership'.
The main aim of BACD Ltd is to create sustainable employment
within the community and the company aims to achieve this by promoting
enterprise and supporting projects that encourage investment into the
Ballinasloe area.
BACD Ltd is a not for profit entity with charitable status.
The Board of Directors are elected each year at the annual general meeting and
the board consists of representatives from each of the five partners listed
below, all of whom give their time voluntarily. A company manager is
employed by BACD to implement the strategic decisions of the board, manage the
Enterprise Centre and promote and support local community projects.