Thank you to all who attended the 2020 Annual Dinner, sponsored by Kearys Motors.

There is a selection of photos from the event on our 'recent events' page.

As a member of Cork Chamber you can use our digital channels to promote your company profile as well as your news and events. We can show you how! Join us at one of our monthly ‘Maximise Your Membership’ sessions when we will teach you all about getting the most value from your Chamber membership. Limited spaces still available for the 5th of March session at 10-11.30am at Cork Chamber. 

• #Galentines Afternoon Tea with Charlotte Tilbury Masterclass at Cork International Hotel – 15th February
• PENINSULA hosting Free Employment Law and Health & Safety Management Seminar – 18th, 19th & 20th February
• J. Barter Travel & MSC Cruise Event – 21st February
• Sundays at Crawford Art Gallery: FREE GALLERY TOUR – Until 23rd February

Springboard PR & Marketing is an award-winning communications agency, with offices in Cork and Dublin.  

Our team of strategists, digital natives, creatives and writers work closely with clients across a range of sectors, including life sciences, engineering, tech, hospitality, travel and the arts.  

We spend time understanding our clients, partnering with them to deliver creative communications campaigns powered by common sense. 

To find out how we can kickstart your comms in 2020, email Ciara Flaherty here.

• CIT Coordinating New €3.8 million EU Doctoral Training Network
• Cork ARC Spring Ball in association with Sunshine & Umbrellas
• Career Training Internships Nominated for Business of the Year Award
• Matheson Employment Law Masterclass Series 2020
• Firkin Crane Board Member Positions Available

The survey asked the thoughts of the Cork business community on Q4 2019, and the outlook for Q1 2020 on business confidence, the operating landscape, skills and for their overall economic perspective.

Quality of life for citizens is a key pillar in developing a successful location for investment and skills. To this, arts, culture and placemaking are fundamental, and we explored the role of public art and placemaking as part of our recent survey.

Cork Chamber is officially authorised by the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation and Chambers Ireland to issue and certify export documentation.

We certify a range of documents for companies including: Certificates of Origin (EU Certs, Arab/Irish Certs), Invoices, Certificates of Analysis, Packing Slips, Certificates of Incorporation, Memorandum and Articles of Association, Company Reports etc.

For more information on the above please contact Imelda or Leigh 

"In 2025 Cork should celebrate the honour of being the European Green Capital. Joining the ranks of Stockholm, Bristol, Copenhagen, Hamburg, Essen, Oslo and Lahti. I set a goal so that we may measure success. I list the previous award holders to show that in doing so we will not lead the way. We will simply catch up." Full audio recording of the speech above, written speech linked here.

Paula Cogan, President of Cork Chamber

Speech from 2020 Annual Dinner

Winners of the Cork Company of the Year Awards 2020 were announced at the Cork Chamber Annual Dinner on February 7th 2020.

Irish Distillers were awarded the overall Company of the Year along with the individual category winners:

Workvivo: Emerging Category Winner

AnaBio: SME Category Winner

Crest Solutions: Large Category Winner

Irish Distillers: Corporate Category Winner

In association with Vodafone and media partner Irish Examiner

Tues 25 Feb | 12pm-1.30pm | KPMG, South Mall

We are delighted to be kicking off our first Networking at Noon event of 2020 in KPMG’s new offices at 85 South Mall.  

This is a great opportunity to network with fellow Chamber members while enjoying unique views of the South Mall and Cork City.

Tues 10 Mar | 7.30am-9am | Clayton Hotel Cork City

Jane Howard was appointed to CEO of Ulster Bank DAC in August 2018 and has worked in the financial services industry for more than 39 years. Don't miss out on the chance to hear the highlights of Jane's impressive career to date!

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