Cork Chamber were honoured to host An Tánaiste Simon Coveney TD for a special briefing titled ‘The Future of Cork’ on Monday 19th February.
Coming just a couple of days after the announcement of Government’s new Project Ireland 2040 Strategy and €116bn National Development Plan, the Tánaiste’s briefing generated huge interest among members with almost 270 attending the sold-out event and more than 300 watching the live-stream on Twitter.
It was exciting to hear directly from An Tánaiste how Project Ireland 2040 envisions Cork’s future development with the population of Ireland’s second city projected to grow by 50% and commitments given to key long-awaited infrastructure projects including the M20 Cork-Limerick Motorway, Public Transport Commitments, Cork Events Centre, Docklands development and a Northern Ring Road. The Project Ireland 2040 Strategy has been greeted by Cork Chamber as ground breaking for Ireland, and particularly for Cork.
Commenting on the announcement, Bill O’Connell, Cork Chamber President said: “We have a historic vote of confidence in Cork’s future economic and social significance to Ireland. We have repeatedly emphasised that Cork has the ambition and capacity to develop into a real complementary centre of growth to Dublin and Government has bought into this vision, with the focus on Cork also aligned in the €116bn National Development Plan".
Don't miss out on next week's evening of “divine” networking at the chapel on the grounds of Griffith College Cork. It’s time to continue the New Year’s Resolutions by coming along and raising your company profile at this event while taking in the stunning views of Cork City from the College’s hilltop location.
Griffith College Cork offers full and part-time third level, higher education degree and masters programmes in Law, Business, Media, Computing Science, Professional Accounting and Pharmaceutical Management. Griffith College Cork is located on a five-acre campus on the grounds of the former Marymount Hospice on Wellington Rd, Cork City.
Make your mark and meet at least 10 new people at this engaging and interactive event, you will not regret it!
The plan for Morrison’s Island Public Realm area and the Flood Defence Project were recently published with the public consultation now open for submission. The particulars of these proposals are available for viewing at the The Atrium, Cork City Council until Monday 26th March 2018, between 9:00 – 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, or online.Also a full size replica of a section of the quay wall can be viewed in The Atrium area at City Council offices.
It’s 2018 and the retail sector has become more than just bricks and mortar. In the past number of years Cork City Centre retailers have been challenged by the increasing popularity of online shopping. To help unite traditional high street shopping and e-commerce there have been a number of new apps and technologies created. Cork Chamber and Republic Of Work are co-hosting an event to launch 3 of the most innovative and diverse. We welcome you to join us to hear more about what they do and how they can help retailers join the future of selling via an online platform.
Cork Chamber are delighted to host Brendan Keating, Chief Executive of the Port of Cork Company as the guest speaker at our March Business Breakfast, held in association with the Irish Examiner.
At the event Brendan will discuss the Ringaskiddy Port Redevelopment project and what it will mean for the region in terms of trade, tourism and business, as well as wider plans for Docklands Redevelopment. Brendan has 25 years of experience in the Local Government Sector and since taking up his role as Chief Executive in 2002 his primary focus has been on business development, planning port infrastructure, and the delivery of higher levels of efficiency and quality throughout the Port.
Innovate UK, in association with Cork Chamber, would like to invite UK and Irish companies to an informative seminar to learn more about the latest innovation, research and opportunities in the natural, free-from food sector.
This growing market is growing in both Ireland and the UK; with more and more health-conscious consumers looking for healthier and alternative options. The above trends offer great opportunities to businesses in terms of creating new, innovative products and flavours, and better supply chains.
Be Better @ Masterclass Series - Talent Management (5 Lunch Sessions) Starts 8th March - €100 for Chamber Members
Session 1: The Attracting Talent Masterclass will discuss the importance of Employer Branding, having an efficient and streamlined recruitment process, and a robust on boarding plan.
Session 2: The Managing Talent Masterclass will discuss the importance of fostering the correct Managerial Capabilities, implementing an effective Performance Management system and promoting a Coaching Culture
Session 3: The Developing Talent Masterclass will discuss the importance of forming a robust Training & Development plan as well as developing a matrix to support Rotation, Succession & Promotion opportunities internally.
Session 4: The Engaging Talent Masterclass will discuss the importance of having a strong communications and event strategy as well as an employee complimentary wellbeing programme
Session 5: The Retaining Talent Masterclass will discuss the importance of having a robust reward and recognition system that compliments the needs of the employees as well as the necessity of a positive exit process.
Certificate in Supervisory Management (FETAC Level 6) Starts1st March - €565 for Chamber Members
Whether you want to advance your career, you are new to a role or you want to brush up on your skills, this course will give you the tools and techniques necessary to work in supervisory management
List the roles and responsibilities of a supervisor/line manager;
Analyse the process of staff recruitment;
Develop operations manuals for work-related procedures, including systems for records management;
Prepare departmental budgets, taking into account a range of potential expenses such as labour and material costs, insurances and contingency;
Identify best practices in the ongoing training and development of their staff;
Manage performance and conduct effective performance appraisals.
This Supervisory Management course will provide you with the necessary tools and techniques to work in a supervisory management role.
Member News
Latest Member News
Shine Centre for Autism announced as Cork Airport Charity of the Year 2018 – read more
JCI focuses on helping Cork Communities – read more
Chambers Ireland welcomes the publication of the National Planning Framework Ireland 2040 and the National Development Plan - read more
Huun-Huur-Tu, Throat Singing group from Tuva perform Triskel Thursday and Friday of Patrick's Weekend – read more
The Fantastic New Maldron Hotel South Mall Cork City – read more
'Men of Straw' Nominated for Irish Chicago Film Festival – read more
Triskel Begins Celebration of 40th Year with Special Concert Free to the Public – read more
Hollywood LED Letters features on The Late Late Show Valentine's Day special – read more
CUBS Conference to explore the changing ‘Workforce of the Future’ - read more
You can share a press release to our website through the Member Information Centre (MIC), see on news on our website.
Members Offers
Latest Member Offers
Chris Mee Group: Members receive a 10% discount on all DSE Assessments - read more
Musgrave MarketPlace: Offers & staff pass - read more
The Logiskills Group: Free 60 minute on-site consultation - read more
Cork Stairlifts: Free Call-out, Free Survey, Free Consultation and up to 10% discount - read more
Vanwich Catering / Hannah's Kitchen: Free Sweet Platter with every order of 3 x Regular Sandwich Platters - read more
Grandons Toyota: Toyota Proace Van - Keeping your business on the Road! - read more
Do business with fellow Cork Chamber members through sharing an offer. Offers can be submitted through the Member Information Centre (MIC) and all current offers are displayed on our website.
Member Events
UCC Environmental Society urge your participation in Earth Hour 2018
For 2018, Earth Hour will take place on Saturday the 24th of March from 8:30 – 9.30 pm. Across the globe, people will turn off their lights for one hour to reflect their commitment to protecting our shared environment. World renowned buildings and landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Big Ben and the Sydney Opera House will go dark for the hour. This year the Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Tony Fitzgerald has committed support and will switch off the lights at City Hall.
Across the globe, a multitude of businesses also get involved. To learn more and to sign up, click here
Cork Chamber will be participating for 2018. Earth Hour is hoping for more businesses to get involved, and is asking for employees to also be encouraged to participate at home as well as promoting to customers, suppliers and contacts via various social media channels, websites, newsletter and blogs.
City Centre Update Event
Cork City Council and CORE cordially invite you to a City Centre Update event and launch of the 2018 Cork City Centre brochure. This is a follow-up to a similar event held in 2016 and will be held on Tuesday, March 20th at 6p.m. in the Clayton Hotel, Cork City. The City Centre is undergoing significant change at present and this event and publication will provide an update on what has happened in the previous two years and is planned for the coming years.
You will hear about many of the capital developments, events and collaborative activities taking place at a city and quarter level in our great city centre with inputs from a variety of local stakeholders. Light refreshments will be served.
Attendance is free but booking is essential. To book a place please click here
Upcoming Member Events
European Movement Ireland: Cork | Citizens' Dialogue on the Future of Europe, 22nd Feb. - read more
JCI: Bringing Community Home, 22nd Feb. - read more
The Everyman: Ross Browne "Ballhopper" Live, 23rd Feb. - read more
Ballymaloe: Good Living Day, 25th Feb. - read more
The Metropole Hotel Cork: Vintage Wedding Showcase & Fashion Show, 25th Feb. - read more
Crawford Art Gallery: Under The Goldie Fish Views of Cork from the Collection until 28th Feb. - read more
Cork Pops Orchestra: Evelyn Grant Cork Pops Orchestra Schools Concerts, 1st March - read more
Prostrategy: Accelerate Your Sales with Microsoft Dynamics NAV, enabled by PowerBI - WEBINAR, 5th March. - read more
Reardens of Washington Street:Cheltenham Preview Night, 5th March - read more
Republic of Work: Horizon 2020 European Financial Support for SMEs & startups, 22nd March - read more
Cork International Hotel: Cork International Car Show, 25th March - read more
The Cork Association for Autism: Light it up Blue Gala Ball, 14th April - read more
All upcoming member events are listed on our website. You can add your upcoming event details to our website through the Member Information Centre (MIC).
