NCI Marketing Practice Pop-Up Event
Swords Pavilions is excited to welcome back the National College of Ireland’s Shopify Pop-Up, returning on Saturday and Sunday, May 24th–25th, 2025.
Final Year Marketing Practice students from NCI will take over the mall with their innovative, student-led brands — all developed as part of their final Capstone Projects. Following the success of last year’s event, this year’s cohort is ready to engage directly with the public, answer questions, promote their products, and bring their businesses to life.
Whether you're curious about the marketing world or looking to support young entrepreneurs, this pop-up is the perfect opportunity to discover unique, purpose-driven products and meet the makers behind them.
Why Pop Into This Pop-Up?
Discover original products across wellness, beauty, fitness, fashion, and lifestyle
Support Ireland’s next generation of business talent
Learn about NCI’s dynamic degree programmes
Speak with Education & Training Advisor Regina Dunne about course options and career pathways
A Sneak Peek at This Year’s Makers and Brands
Féin-Ghrá Created by Isobel Tyler and Emma Costelloe, Féin-Ghrá is a wellness brand focused on daily self-care rituals that support beauty, mindfulness, and emotional wellbeing. Each box includes:
A Gua Sha for lymphatic massage
A sage stick for cleansing energy
A rose quartz crystal for love and healing
A manifestation card for reflection
A silicone forehead patch for overnight skin care
Follow: @feinghra_ on Instagram
Gloine & Co. Founded by Alin Buta, Eoin Doyle, and Sam Honan, Gloine & Co. creates elegant, handcrafted glass displays for sentimental keepsakes. Whether it’s a family heirloom or a special milestone, their timeless designs turn memories into art.
Follow: @gloineandco on Instagram
Hydro-Fan 2000 Created by Jeremiah Inyangotu, the Hydro-Fan 2000 is a sleek, rechargeable mini fan ideal for travelling or on-the-go use. Compact, stylish, and USB powered, it’s the perfect way to cool down when you need it most.
Follow: @thehydrofan_2000 on Instagram
ROCO Clean Designed by Ronan Oduntan and Conor Rooney Law, ROCO Clean is a complete cleaning kit for sports boots. Each kit includes a brush, dual-sided cloth, and cleaning bottle, all in a hard-shell carry case — ideal for players who want to stay game-ready. Motto: Look Good, Feel Good, Play Good.
Check it out on TikTok: @rococlean
Cloud & Co. Founded by Chloe Whelan, Kate Gilmer, and George Kinna, Cloud & Co. is a loungewear brand that blends fashion with comfort. Their women’s collection is designed to inspire confidence while delivering everyday ease. Motto: “Where comfort meets confidence.”
Explore the collection at: Cloud & Co. on Instagram or their Website
Don’t Miss It The NCI Marketing Practice Pop-Up at Swords Pavilions is a unique event where you can shop small, support student-led businesses, and discover the future of marketing and entrepreneurship — all under one roof.
Save the dates: May 24th & 25th, 2025.