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bullet.png Chamberlink Issue 2 2025
 
bullet.png Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2025
 
bullet.png Inside Track: Public Affairs Update for SMEs
 
bullet.png Cork Chamber Golf Classic
 
bullet.png REEValue International Conference - Decarbonising European Value Chains
 
bullet.png Industry Insights: Pension Auto-Enrolment Uncovered
 
bullet.png Economic Trends Q2 2025 results
 
bullet.png Public Consultations
 
bullet.png Arachas Sports Breakfast - All-Ireland Final Preview
 
bullet.png Smart Factory & Robotics Business Mission to Japan 2026
 
bullet.png International Business Opportunity
 
bullet.png Is Your Website Costing You Leads & Sales, And How to Fix it
 
bullet.png IMI Essential Skills of Management
 
bullet.png Help Shape Sustainability Support for Cork SMEs
 
bullet.png Room Hire at Cork Chamber
 
bullet.png Member News
 
bullet.png Adare Trusted People Partners
 
bullet.png Member to Member Offers
 
bullet.png New Members
 
bullet.png New Members
 
bullet.png Job Opportunities
 
bullet.png Member Events
 
bullet.png Member Spotlight
 
 
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ChamberLink Issue 2
Chamberlink Issue 2 2025
Main sponsor Vodafone
 

In this issue, Not Just a Win: A Mandate for More, we look at what's next for Cork, explore stories of innovation and relate key international links. See our recent sponsorship announcements and a last call to get your entries in for our Cork Digital Marketing Awards.

 

Dive into stories of sustainability, member news and much more. This is more than a magazine, it’s your inside track on the people, policies and progress shaping Cork’s future.

 
Browse online here
 
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Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2025
Entries close today at 4pm!
 

 
More info & categories
 
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Inside Track: Public Affairs Update for SMEs
Thurs 10th July | 10.30am-12pm | Cork Chamber
 

Join the Inside Track, designed to bring SME members together to engage with our public affairs team and have their voices heard.

This session offers a unique opportunity to gain insider knowledge on the latest public affairs developments and government policy updates, from infrastructure and housing to economic growth, planning, sustainability and business supports. 

 
Register FREE Here
 
Cork Chamber Golf Classic
Tues 26th Aug | 7am-2pm | Castlemartyr Resort
 

Cork Chamber’s Golf Classic returns this August to the picturesque Castlemartyr Resort. This renowned championship course offers the perfect setting for a day of golf, networking and friendly competition.

 

The 4-person team scramble includes goodie bags for all players, fantastic prizes and a Hole in One Charity Challenge with a chance to win a $33,000 Bucket List Golf Trip to Pebble Beach, California, thanks to O'Donovan Baker LLP Solicitors. 

 
More details & bookings
 
REEValue International Conference - Decarbonising European Value Chains
Thurs 11th-12th Sept | 9am-4pm | Clayton Hotel Cork City
 

Join us in Cork for this international conference on decarbonising European value chains, a key event led by the European funded co-project REEValue, bringing together experts, businesses, and policymakers to explore innovative energy solutions and collaborations across value chains.

 

Topics will include European insights, best practice case studies, ESG & CSRD reporting, financing opportunities and technology & innovation.

 
More Details & Bookings
 
Industry Insights: Pension Auto-Enrolment Uncovered
Tues 16th Sept | 12pm-1pm | Cork Chamber
 

This session will focus on the implementation of the pension Auto-Enrolment system, under the name My Future Fund and how it will become a reality for employers later this year.

 

You will hear from John Kearney, Director, Provest Pension Consultants, who has over 25 years' experience in the pensions and employee benefits industry. Hear expert guidance and gain clarity on the steps your business should be taking now to prepare.  

 
Register FREE Here
 
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS
 
Economic Trends Q2 2025 results
Sponsored by PTSB
 

 

Measures to boost business competitiveness are the number one priority for Cork Chamber members as Budget 2026 approaches, according to the results of the Economic Trends survey. The survey measured business sentiment and economic outlook in Cork’s business community. Members were also asked about their key priorities and challenges ahead of this year’s Budget.

 
Read the full results
Public Consultations
 

If you have any feedback that can inform the Chamber's submissions to the following public consultations, please contact Aoife, amoriarty@corkchamber.ie:

 

Consultation Closing Date

Redesign of Ireland's Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme

14th July
Cork Area Commuter Rail Phase 2 23rd July
District Heating Sector Consultation 31st July

 

 
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INTERNATIONAL SERVICES
 
 
Smart Factory & Robotics Business Mission to Japan 2026
20-23 January 2026 - Tokyo, Japan
 

The EEN at Cork Chamber invite you to attend EEN Japan's mission to Tokyo, targeting EU companies and clusters operarting in Smart Factories & Robotics sectors. 

 

This mission will provide the opportunity to a limited group of companies to exhibit duirng the 3-day Factory Innovation Week fair in Japan.

 
Learn More
 
International Business Opportunity
A Czechia company is seeking a supplier of fruit and veg
 

The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) at Cork Chamber would like to share an exciting international opportunity from a Czechia company who is seeking a year-round supply of selected fruit and vegetables for kimchi production.

 

To find out more on how to connect with this company, contact monica@corkchamber.ie

 
Find out more
 
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Featured Event
 
Arachas Sports Breakfast - All-Ireland Final Preview
Thurs 17th July | 9.30am-11am | Clayton Hotel Cork City
 

 
Register FREE Here
 
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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
 
 
Is Your Website Costing You Leads & Sales, And How to Fix it
Free webinar for members
 

Thurs 4th Sept | 10am to 11am | Online

 

Whether you already have a website, are considering a redesign, or don’t have one just yet, this workshop will give you all the practical insights you need into how websites (actually) generate the results that you are looking for.

 
IMI Essential Skills of Management
Member Price €1000
 

Wed 1st Oct | 9am-5pm | Online

 

This highly interactive six-day online programme is designed to enhance your existing management skills. We will help you develop new competencies within a framework of identified essential skills.

 
More details & booking
 
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SUSTAINABILITY
 
 
Help Shape Sustainability Support for Cork SMEs
Survey closing today
 

Are you an SME? Have your say on sustainability integration in Cork SMEs in a short survey.

 

This is part of a UCC master's research project in collaboration with Cork Chamber, focused on sustainability approaches, barriers, enablers, voluntary reporting and support needs. Your responses will help to inform the development of resources to support businesses in their sustainability journeys. Participation is voluntary and responses will be anonymous. 

 

Contact our Public Affairs intern Adriana Rivera to participate. 

 
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Room Hire at Cork Chamber
 

The boardroom at Cork Chamber’s Fitzgerald House is available to hire. Located in our beautifully restored historic building, it offers stunning city views and is just a short walk from the train station and city centre.

 
More Info
 
 
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MEMBER ACTIVITY
 
 
Member News
 
  • Travel management company Take2Eton Group, has moved their Cork-based operations to new premises in the city
  • CapissoAi Is Coming
  • Bakestone Launches New Café, Bringing Confidence to the City with 18 New Jobs and Locally Sourced Products
  • Noledge named ICT Company of the Year at InBUSINESS Recognition Awards
 
View all news here
 
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Adare Trusted People Partners
The HR Benefits of a Neurodiverse Workplace
 

Neurodiversity is emerging as a critical element of diversity and inclusion efforts. Developing a neurodiverse workplace not only supports the principle of equal opportunities but it can also strengthen innovation, engagement, and Organisational performance. In addition, as Organisations continue to compete for talent in a tight labour market, those that prioritise neuroinclusion enjoy the benefit of gaining access to a broader, often underutilised, talent pool.

 
Further details can be found here
 
Member to Member Offers
 
  • Get 10% off full price items in Skechers stores nationwide
  • 20% off our set lunch menu at Bakestone, City Centre, exclusively for Chamber members throughout July and August
  • The FORWARD programme with Grow Remote - 100% Fully funded
  • Free Customer Retention Health Check & Growth Audit with Loyalty
  • Get 25% off a comprehensive security assessment from Advice Bytes
  • St. Patrick’s Distillery Tasting Experience - Buy 2 tasting flights and get 1 free when you book as part of the Cork Chamber Member Network
  • Change and Project Management Toolkit for Cork Chamber Members (50% off) from Marbral Advisory
  • 10% Off Event Equipment Hire with Creative Technology Ireland
  • 40% off The Future of Leadership - Leading without a title one day workshop with JVM Consultancy
  • Exclusive Offer for Cork Chamber Members – 10% Off Meetings & Events at Cork International Hotel
  • A unique one-day course on speaking in public to an audience of any size.10% discount for Cork Chambers
  • 10% off first order for Cork Chamber Members from Southern Tapes & Packaging
  • Exclusive Cork Chamber Member Offer – Waiver of €50 Application Fee for the UCC CUBS MBA
  • Employflex are offering an exclusive 10% Discount for Cork Chamber Members
 
All member offers
 
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New Members
In association with 3B1
 

A very warm welcome to our new members, who joined us in June.

  • Grow Remote
  • OpenCom
  • TisaLabs
  • HinchmanAudio
  • Bonaventure Accountants
  • Amey PLC
  • Cork Craft and Design
  • On-Site Energy Ltd
  • Conroy Garden Services
  • SolarHill Energy
  • TR Media
  • Learn International
  • Loyalty
  • Holren Properties Limited
  • Strategy, Planning, Performance HSE Southwest
  • CWS Workwear
  • Employer Relations - Intreo
  • Digital HQ
 
View Full Directory
 
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Job Opportunities
 
  • The National Software Centre is currently looking for a short-term Receptionist/Administrator (part-time)
  • Crawford Art Gallery Digital and Marketing Co-Ordinator opportunity
  • Helium Arts is seeking a new member of the board of directors with a focus on finance expertise to fulfil the office of Treasurer
  • Fastrack into Information Technology - Computer Networking Apprenticeship - commencing November 2025
  • SE Systems are currently seeking a Health & Safety Advisor 
 
Find out more
 
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Member Events
 
  • Make Your Mark On Cancer Charity Walk – Sunday 13th July
  • Staying Ahead Session with Fragomen – Irish Immigration Compliance for Employers – Tuesday 15th July
  • Killarney Racecourse invites you to a summer evening’s racing – Wednesday 16th July
  • What Wants to Emerge? A Quiet Leadership Gathering on Athrú Spike Island with Solution Coach – Thursday 24th – Friday 25th July
  • FIT Tech Apprenticeships Unplugged: Learn how a Tech Apprenticeship can benefit your business – Tuesday 29th July
  • The Raja Quartet at Triskel – Saturday 9th August
  • Mother of All the Behans at The Everyman – Tuesday 12th August – Saturday 16th August
  • Cork Food and Fashion Brunch at The Bakestone, City Centre – Sunday 17th August
  • Mick Hanly & Friends at The Whitehorse – Saturday 23rd August
  • Business to Arts Awards – Monday 8th September
 
All member events
 
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