Connecting Cork

Collaboration is so often at the centre of fostering growth, driving change, and finding the opportunities in challenges. Focusing on disruption of AI and Alternatives in IFS, our recent event brought together industry thought leaders for a morning of shared learning and networking. Thank you to Minister Michael McGrath TD, our Cork Financial Services Forum and to all who contributed to make this the excellent event it was. We look forward to future collaboration as we advance the story of #CorkforIFS David Bennett, Darrelle Dolan, Lorna Ryan, Alan Cuddihy, Karen Galvin, Bryan Hyland, Laura Houlihan, Mark Hutchinson, Aisling O' Mahony Gerard O'Donovan, Glen Lyons, David Brosnan, Grainne Callanan, Donal O'Byrne, Patrick Doyle, Martin McCarthy Bernie Neville Eoin Motherway, Conor Healy, Cork Chamber, EY PwC Ireland Deloitte Grant Thornton Ireland WILLIAM FRY LLP University College Cork Munster Technological University Clearstream IDA Ireland Enterprise Ireland JCD Group O'Callaghan Properties O'Flynn Group Cathal McSweeney Karen Conboy Annie FitzGibbon

The Compliance Institute's Southwest Regional Chapter Event in partnership with the Cork Financial Services Forum takes place on Thursday morning in Morgan McKinley. To find out more and to register for free follow the link: https://lnkd.in/e5Jg-AW6

The Cork Financial Services Forum are delighted to partner with the Compliance Institute for their Southwest Regional Chapter event. This event will discuss a range of topics, including: - Blockchain Crypto and Compliance - How to Prepare for DORA - Navigating Digital Regulations for Compliance Professionals Date: Thursday, 2nd May 2024 Time: 9:30am to 11:30am Venue: Morgan McKinley, Penrose Two, Penrose Dock, Cork. Register Free Today: https://lnkd.in/e5Jg-AW6 David Bennett │ Conor Healy │ Eoin Motherway │ Alan Cuddihy │ Darrelle Dolan │ Karen Galvin │ Bryan Hyland │ Department of Finance Ireland │ Margaret D'arcy FCA │ Mark Hutchinson │ Gerard O'Donovan │ Aisling O' Mahony │ Patrick Horgan │ David Brosnan │ Conor O'Callaghan CFA │ Cathal McSweeney │ Dermot Kennedy MBA, BFRCP

Flying visit to London for the Irish Funds' London Alternative Investment Seminar and the Embassy of Ireland, Great Britain event in partnership with London Irish Business Society Finding Your Place in the World of Work. Former Lord Mayor of London Vincent Keaveny CBE spoke of the close ties between Ireland and the UK which was especially poignant as it marked the 10th Anniversary of President Higgins official visit to the UK; a high point in Irish British relations. The Irish Ambassador to the UK, H.E. Martin Fraser kindly hosted the London Irish Business Society event. The Irish London business community remains as vibrant and connected to 'home' as ever. It was great to see such a engaged audience and a strong Cork presence there too!

Very interesting and productive week in US representing Cork Chamber & Connecting Cork as part of the Ireland Gateway To Europe delegation to #Atlanta #Austin #Boston where we built on existing business relationships and created many more. As always Team Ireland Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland Enterprise Ireland IDA Ireland across all 3 cities were to the fore in supporting the activities and meetings of the visiting delegation and it was great to have the opportunity to update on recent positive developments in #Cork While Cork Chamber has long standing links with Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce it was super to have the opportunity to meet for the first time with Metro Atlanta Chamber and Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce Great to engage with representatives of Boston College Ireland Business Council Boston College CEO Club Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business @ Georgia Tech Football who will be visiting #Ireland in August Aer Lingus College Football Classic Maximising the value of our business, cultural and educational links is always important and this hectic week in the US certainly advanced that agenda. Well done to #IGTE for organising along with fellow members of the delegation who flew the 🇮🇪 🔴⚪️ flag. Caoimhe Ní Chonchúir Robert Hull Sighle FitzGerald Consulate General of Ireland Boston John W. Woodward Catherina Blewitt Paul Veale Jessica Thompson Swoop TransferMate Global Payments Sinead Fitzmaurice Smurfit Kappa Delta Air Lines Indeed Dell Technologies Brian K. Liam Hurley UPS Healthcare Daniel Gagnon Jeremy Martin Sara Hill Mary McEvoy Irish Business Network Austin Suzanne Lynch David Corcoran Embassy of Ireland, USA

🌟 Join Our Team! 🌟 Exciting Opportunity Alert! We're on the lookout for a talented individual to join our International Team Cork Chamber as an Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) Executive. If you're passionate about driving the competitiveness and sustainability of SMEs in Europe, this could be the perfect role for you! As an EEN Executive, you'll play a crucial role in managing and delivering our services, working towards key performance indicators, and promoting entrepreneurship. This position offers a dynamic environment where you can make a real impact. Check out the full job description and apply here: https://lnkd.in/e8ui9h2p 📆 Hurry, applications close on Monday, May 6th. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of our team and contribute to the growth of SMEs in Europe! Grace Kelleher Cathal McSweeney Conor Healy Annie FitzGibbon

Cork Chamber and the Cork Financial Services Forum were delighted to receive Mairead McGuinness, European Commissioner for financial services, financial stability and Capital Markets Union, at Fitzgerald House. The Commissioner was warmly welcomed by Cork Chamber President Ronan Murray Cork FS Forum Chair Karen Conboy and, Chamber CEO, Conor Healy for a roundtable discussion with the Cork FS Forum. The meeting was very productive with topics such as sustainable finance, skills and talent, financial literacy and education, regionalisation and legislative priorities all touched upon. Cork Chamber and the Forum would like to thank the Commissioner for her time and congratulate her on her successful term in the Commission. #corkforifs BNY Mellon PwC Ireland KPMG Ireland Grant Thornton Ireland EY Clearstream Funds Academy.ie Munster Technological University Cork University Business School WILLIAM FRY LLP Matheson LLP The Citco Group Limited Morgan McKinley valid8Me Deloitte Alter Domus IDA Ireland Enterprise Ireland

Excellent Funds Academy.ie and Irish Funds collaborative Fintech event in Munster Technological University this morning. Some great insights from Cork Financial Services Forum members The Citco Group Limited, valid8Me, Grant Thornton Ireland and Clearstream. Well done Aisling O' Mahony, Gerard O'Donovan and all involved. #corkforifs

Busy few days in Boston and New York promoting Cork as a destination for IFS investment, business and collaboration as part of the Irish Funds US Seminars. In New York, Minister Helen McEntee spoke of the increasing importance of the funds industry to Ireland's economy. She stressed how the regions and our "second capital city in Cork" are crucial to Ireland's offering and the continued success of the sector nationally. There was a very positive atmosphere in both cities with a real sense that the Irish American funds industry connection will continue to prosper. If you would like to find out more about how Cork can be your IFS solution contact corkfsforum@corkchamber.ie. WILLIAM FRY LLP, Matheson LLP, PwC Ireland, Deloitte, BNY Mellon KPMG Ireland Grant Thornton Ireland valid8Me Cork University Business School University College Cork Munster Technological University Funds Academy.ie Clearstream Morgan McKinley Cork Chamber Conor Healy Karen Conboy David Bennett Eoin Motherway Pat Lardner David Shirley