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IN THIS ISSUE
bullet.png Business Breakfast with Eibhlín Gleeson, CEO & Artistic Director, Cork Opera House
 
bullet.png Networking at Noon at Padel Tennis Ireland
 
bullet.png Sponsorship Opportunities
 
bullet.png Room Hire at Cork Chamber
 
bullet.png Moving into Management: Transitioning from Contributor to Leader - webinar
 
bullet.png Supervisory Management (QQI Level 6)
 
bullet.png Life - Work Balance Series
 
bullet.png Enterprise Ireland Sustainability Series
 
bullet.png Public Consultations
 
bullet.png Joe Gantly prize in engineering
 
bullet.png ENTIRE Industry Network Day 2025
 
bullet.png Have your Say on the EU's Future Budget
 
bullet.png Featured Event
 
bullet.png Member to Member Offers
 
bullet.png Member News
 
bullet.png Job Opportunities
 
bullet.png Member Events
 
bullet.png Member Spotlight
 
bullet.png Cork Access Network - Access & Opportunity
 
bullet.png Cork English College
 
 
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EVENTS
 
 
Business Breakfast with Eibhlín Gleeson, CEO & Artistic Director, Cork Opera House
Tues 29th April | 7.30am-9am | The Metropole Hotel
 

Join us to hear from Eibhlín Gleeson, CEO & Artistic Director, Cork Opera House as she shares her journey in leading one of Cork's most iconic venues, her role as Executive Producer of successful productions and her vision for the future of the arts in Cork as they celebrate their 170th year. 

 

Hear more about the economic impact of Cork Opera House and the launch of their new strategic plan along with the many ways the business community can get involved.

 
More Details & Bookings
 
Networking at Noon at Padel Tennis Ireland
Thurs 8th May | 12pm-2pm | Padel Tennis Ieland
 

Padel Tennis Ireland has quickly become a hot spot in Cork's sports and recreation scene with players coming from all over the county and across the country to play in the world class facility which is home to 4 indoor and 4 outdoor full size Padel courts.

 

Whether you want to try your hand at the sport or want to catch-up with fellow members, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your connections in a fun and engaging environment.

 
Register FREE Here
 
Sponsorship Opportunities
 

Cork Chamber events offer a valuable platform to communicate directly with Cork’s business community and to showcase your brand before a highly engaged audience.

 

We have a several, significant sponsorship opportunities available and invite you to express your interest. These include:

  • Cork Company of the Year Awards
  • Leaders Lunch series

To explore how these and other opportunities could align with your marketing objectives and budget please email annie@corkchamber.ie by COB Friday 4th April 2025.

 
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Room Hire at Cork Chamber
 

The board room at Cork Chamber's Fitzgerald House is now available for hire. Set in our beautiful historic building, at a premium location with beautiful views over the city centre. Walking distance from the train station and city centre. The room has been fully refurbished during our recent retrofit. Hire includes free Wi-Fi, access to a 98-inch professional digital display, Barco ClickShare, natural light, support of our onsite team and water.

 
More details & booking
 
 
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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
 
 
Moving into Management: Transitioning from Contributor to Leader - webinar
Member Price Free
 

Wed 2nd April | 9:30am-11am | Online

 

Whether you’re preparing for a promotion, managing former colleagues or developing your leadership skills, this session provides the essential tools to lead effectively.

 
More details & booking
 
Supervisory Management (QQI Level 6)
Member Price €450
 

Tue 8th April  | 09:30am - 5:00pm | 4 sessions | Online

 

Participants will acquire a range of supervisory and management skills, in addition to improving their interpersonal and communication skills. The programme combines proven leadership techniques with practical advice on how to maximise your team’s performance and engagement.

 
More details & booking
 
Life - Work Balance Series
Member Price €95
 

Wed 30th April | 12pm-1pm | 3 Sessions | Online

 

The Frazzle 3-Part Life-Work Balance Series is designed to help professionals to achieve a better Life-Work Balance by creating self-care habits, building plans around the mental load and implementing systems to manage home and family life.

 
More details & booking
 
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Featured Event
 

 
More Details & Bookings
 
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS
 
Enterprise Ireland Sustainability Series
 

Enterprise Ireland has a number of free Sustainability Kickstarter Workshops taking place in the coming weeks, aimed at SMEs looking to integrate sustainable practices into their business. Topics include the development of sustainability action plans, ESG reporting and stakeholder engagement to support sustainability initiatives. 

 
Learn More & Register
 
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

 

Review of Large Energy Users Connection Policy (CRU)

 

4th April

 

EirGrid Biodiversity Strategy

 

9th April

 

Cork Northern Distributor Multi-Modal Road

 

10th April

 

Black Ash Bus Interchange

 

10th April

 

 
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Joe Gantly prize in engineering
 

Cork Chamber is proud to once again sponsor and participate on the esteemed judging panel for this year's Joe Gantly Prize in Engineering at University College Cork. This prestigious award pays tribute to the remarkable legacy of the late Joe Gantly, whose lasting impact on industry and education in Cork continues to inspire. Through initiatives like this, we celebrate excellence in engineering while ensuring his legacy endures for future generations.

 

Congratulations to Eabha Keely (CEE), Civil and Environmental Engineering, on coming in first place following a presentation to the judging panel. 

 
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INTERNATIONAL SERVICES
 
 
ENTIRE Industry Network Day 2025
April 2th at Tyndall National Institute, Cork
 

Are you an SME looking to maximise the power of digital transformation and data-driven decision-making? 

 

Join us at the ENTIRE Industry Days 2025 - a key event bringing together businesses, researchers, and technology experts to collaborate and drive digital transformation. 

 

This is an opportunity to network, discover cutting-edge technologies, and see how digital advancements can share the future of the industry. Whether you're an SME, a large enterprise, or a tech enthusiast, there's something for everyone. 

 
Register Here
 
Have your Say on the EU's Future Budget
Deadline for feedback: May 6th
 

Are you interested in sharing your feedback to help shape the EU's next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF)?

 

The European Commission is gathering feedback on EU funding for the single market and cooperation between national authorities. 

 

This short consultation will help improve future funding by learning from past experiences. Share your thoughts to help create a simpler, more focused and impactful EU budget for 2028 and beyond.

 
Learn More
 
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MEMBER ACTIVITY
 
 
Member to Member Offers
 
  • Quality Print - 9 Get 5 No. 8ft X 4ft Corrie Signs for just €325 ex VAT or 10 off for just €642
  • Chamber Members receive a free spot on the “The Power of Gratitude" Lunchtime Workshop” Hosted Live By CRAOI 
  • 10% off first order for Cork Chamber Members from Southern Tapes & Packaging
  • English evening classes with Cork English College - €20 discount & pay no registration fee
  • Procure.ie are offering a Free Energy Audit for all Cork Chamber Members
  • Owen Jump Coaching - 10% discount for Staff Coaching packages for Chamber Members
  • Exclusive Cork Chamber Member Offer – 10% Off Meetings at The Address Cork
  • Exclusive Cork Chamber Member Offer – €50 Application Fee Waiver for the UCC CUBS MBA
  • Cork Chamber members save €10 on Studyclix plans & add-ons
  • Employflex are offering an exclusive 10% Discount for Cork Chamber Members
 
All member offers
 
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Member News
 
  • Osborne Q1 Business Intelligence Survey
  • Rethink Ireland - Seven Cork Organisations Awarded €570,000 to Build Community Resilience
 
All member news
 
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Job Opportunities
 
  • Sigma Homes require a Construction Site Manager
  • Finance Manager required by Crawford Art Gallery
  • Part Time Opportunity for Interior Architecture Graduate with Sigma Homes
 
Find out more
 
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Member Events
 
  • John Kennedy - The man who wanted to see it all – Opening Reception at Lavit Gallery – Thursday 27th March
  • The Complete Chopin Nocturnes with Fionnuala Moynihan at Triskel – Saturday 29th March
  • Nano Nagle Place - A Story of Home, a powerful exhibition exploring themes of migration, belonging, and identity – now until Monday 31st March
  • CUBS - Building Innovation Capability Series – Thursday 27 March
  • Concert for Conservation - Wildlife Madagascar at Fota Wildlife Park – Saturday 29 March
  • The Hope Foundation Annual Cork Lunch – Friday 4th April
 
All member events
 
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Cork English College
 

 
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