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Member Events
Cara O’Sullivan Marymount Concert
 
Date: Saturday, 17th October.
Time: 8 pm
Venue: Cork Opera House
Cost: €25
To book: Cork Opera House Box Office, online,  or Reception at Marymount University Hospital & Hospice, Curranheen, Cork.



International soprano Cara O'Sullivan, accompanied by the Band of An Garda Síochána, is the star attraction at the Marymount University Hospital & Hospice Concert at Cork Opera House on Saturday, October 17th. This concert coincides with the first Marymount University Hospital & Hospice International Conference on Palliative Care and Care of the Older Person, which takes place from October 15th to 17th and marks the close of the conference.

VMwomen – It starts with you
 
Date:  Wednesday, 4th November
Time: 8am to 10.30am
Venue: VMware, Training & Development Centre, Ballincollig
Cost: Free!
To book: here 


Ever wondered why you don't put yourself forward or why you hold yourself back? Join us to explore unwritten rules that exist in organisations and those we imagine. Keynote speakers Aine Lyons (VP & VMwomen Council Member) Ciara Judge (Winner: Google Science Fair 2014) Angela Peacock (Chair PTD)

Article 41.2: Does it Have a Place in Modern Ireland?
 
Date: Wednesday, 4th November 
Time: 9.30 AM – 2 PM (Registration from 8.45 – 9.20 AM)
Venue: Aula Maxima, University College Cork, Western Road, Cork
Cost: €45 (Practitioners receive 4 CPD points). Free for UCC Students
To book: To register you or your firm’s place at the conference, email Ian



The 16th Annual UCC Law Conference is focusing on Article 41.2 of the Irish Constitution, the so-called “women in the home” provision. Members of the Law Reform Commission as well as the National Women’s Council of Ireland, among others, will be speaking at what will be an engaging and dynamic event. We advise registering early as the conference fills up quickly.

Wine and Cheese Extravaganza
 
Date: Thursday, 15th October 
Time: 7 – 9pm
Venue: Clarion Hotel Cork
Cost: €20
To book: tickets available from Ikon Hair Design or contact 021 4274588  


Join us in the Clarion's Pegasus Room for a night of cheese and wine, in aid of Mellon Educate. Our experts will be on hand to pour and talk you through over 30 wines. Great for a girls night out, work night or oooh-a date night! Drink wine,eat cheese and support a charity. The Perfect night out ! See 'read more' for a little information regarding what the charity does.
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Emotional Intelligence Workshop & Coaching Programme
 
Date: Tuesday, 17th November 
Time: 10am – 1pm
Venue: Hayfield Manor Hotel
Cost: €425
To book: online / website


"Leadership skills, employee engagement and performance are the top strategic issues facing Irish organisations today” – Deloitte, Human Capital Trends 2015.    
  • Learn why Emotional Intelligence (EI) matters to you and why now?
  • How Emotionally Intelligent are you – get your Emotional Capital Report and see?
  • Develop your EI through 3 one-to-one confidential coaching sessions
  • Evaluate how improving your EI has impacted your professional life.

UCC Innovation Master Classes
 
Date: Wednesday, 28th October 
Time: New Business Models Master Class 1: 9-11 Open Innovation Master Class 2: 11.15-1.30
Venue:  ORB 255 O’Rahilly Building, Main Campus, UCC
Cost: Free but limited capacity so advanced booking required
To book: here



The international guest speaker for the final UCC Innovation Master Classes of 2015 is Dr. Marcel Bogers (University of Copenhagen), an academic, author and leading business advisor.

Dr. Bogers will deliver two master classes on his research and industry experience of the paradigms of Business Model Innovation and Open Innovation for local industry managers.  All welcome to this free event but as capacity limited, advanced booking required. Additional information on Master Classes and registration available here.

AIB Economic Breakfast Briefing
 
Date: Thursday, 22nd October 
Time: 8am – 9am (Registration & light breakfast from 7.30am)
Venue: Maryborough House Hotel
Cost: Free
To book: here 


AIB’s chief economist, Oliver Mangan will discuss topics such as:

  • Outlook for Irish & Global economics
  • Outlook for currency & interest rate markets
  • Discussion on the impact for Ireland of a potential BREXIT

Followed by a question and answer session. 

 


Ideagen – Linking Maritime Innovation to your Needs
 
Date: Monday, 19th October
Time: 9 am
Venue: LE Aisling, Cork City. (Exact position will be advised to attendees).
Cost: No Charge.
To book:To register for the event & get further details please contact Jacqui Norton on 021-4800228 / email  or Martin Wall on 087-7835098 / email


Entrepreneurs, like you, are leapfrogging competitors and disrupting established industries in adapting and innovating to solve customer’s problems. Sean McNulty, Dolmen, will demonstrate how to identify which ‘needs / problems’ are worth solving, then how to develop the right solutions that markets will see value in and will pay for! Our real life case studies will show you how this process works to inspire innovation.
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BeCounted
 
Date: Friday, 6th  November  
Time: 8.00am/ 8.30am - 3.00pm 
Venue: Cork County Hall , Cork City
Cost: €79
To book: here


A one day seminar created to provide a learning environment for females to support them with their professional journey. Attendees will come away with tools and knowledge to support them to build upon their personal goals and aspirations while supporting the case for gender parity within our workplaces. Are  you a professional who wants to Be Inspired, Get Practical Support, Be Connected, Be Confident, and know your value to your organisation? Tickets can be purchased here 
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Saville Made to Measure Evening
 

Date: Thursday, 15th October 
Time: 5pm
Venue: Saville Menswear, 43/44 Oliver Plunkett Street, Cork
Cost: Free to attend.

 

We are delighted to announce the opening of our new Made to Measure floor at Saville Menswear. Our event is a first for Cork in showcasing the very best of the Saville Made to Measure ranges. We hope you can join us for some finger food & fine wine. One lucky guest will also win a custom Made to Measure suit! 

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Living City Initiative
 
Date:  Wednesday, 11th November
Time: 630 – 9pm
Venue: Imperial Hotel, Cork


Information session held by Cork City Council to inform property owners and relevant stakeholders in the Special regeneration Area of Cork city of the Living City Initiative – A Tax Incentive Scheme to promote urban regeneration. An accountant and Conservations officer will give specialist advice on the night. Further details available here

Aer Lingus Autumn Lunch In Aid Of Cork ARC
 

Date: Wednesday, 21st October

Time:

Venue: The Maryborough House Hotel

Cost: Tickets €50

To book: Tickets available from Cork ARC 021 4275050


The Aer Lingus Autumn Lunch will take place on Wednesday 21st October at The Maryborough House Hotel. Guests will enjoy a Champagne reception on arrival, four course lunch and table gifts plus be in with a chance to win return flights to Malaga. Irish designer Heidi Higgins will showcase her timeless and elegant designs show during the event. This event is now in it’s 12th year, like Aer Lingus, time flies!