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Major Leap Forward for Cork
On Capitol Hill: Niall MacCarthy,Cork Airport and Conor Healy,Cork Chamber.
Cork Chamber is extremely satisfied with the significant step forward in the US Department of Transportation’s (DOT) process of approving Norwegian Air International’s (NAI) application to operate direct Cork-Boston flights. In a Show Cause Order issued today the US authorities conclude that NAI appears to meet DOT’s normal standards for award of a permit and tentatively determines that there is no legal basis to deny NAI’s application.
Commenting, Conor Healy, CEO of Cork Chamber said: “This move is major milestone and gives great encouragement in respect of a final approval, which will transform opportunities for business and tourism in Cork”.
“On behalf of business and tourism interests, the granting of the permit to operate flights between Cork and Boston has been a key lobbying focus of Cork Chamber over the last 6 months in particular, most recently through our direct campaigning in Washington DC in partnership with Cork Airport. Through the unrivalled determination of Cork Airport, DAA and Government we are now seeing light at the end of the tunnel.”
READ FULL STORY HERE
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Women in Leadership Executive Lunch
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Date: Friday 22nd April
Time: 12:30 to 15:30
Venue: Ambassador Hotel
Cost: €60 (includes booking fee). Advance booking is essential.
To book: online
Cork Chamber in association with Network Cork is hosting an executive lunch on Friday 22nd April at the Ambassador Hotel, focussing on Women in Leadership and featuring special guest speaker Deirdre Somers, Chief Executive of the Irish Stock Exchange (ISE).
Deirdre, a Cork native, was appointed Chief Executive of the Irish Stock Exchange (ISE) in June 2007. During her tenure the ISE modernised its structure, expanded its services domestically and internationally, rising to #1 stock exchange globally in fixed income and funds listings. The ISE was awarded Best Place to Work in Ireland (medium sized companies) just last month. She is currently President of the Federation of European Securities Exchanges. Deirdre is outspoken about the importance of the role of markets as a relevant and accessible funding source for companies, particularly for high potential SMEs and is looking forward to sharing her views with the people of Cork.
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May BBQ at the Ambassador Hotel
Date: Wednesday 4th May
Time: 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Venue: Ambassador Hotel
Cost: FREE for Cork Chamber members
BOOK HERE! We are getting a head-start on the Summer and will host a networking BBQ on the new outdoor terrace of McGettigans Cork at the Ambassador Hotel, where you will enjoy fantastic ambience, great food and spectacular views over the City.
Don’t miss your chance to view Cork from Military Hill and enjoy the delicious BBQ, refreshing beverages and great company!
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May Business Breakfast
Date: Wed 11th May
Time: 7.30am – 9.00am
Venue:Clarion Hotel
Cost: €25 members / €35 non-members
Cork Chamber is proud to welcome back Richie Boucher, Group CEO of Bank of Ireland, to speak at the May Business Breakfast briefing as part of Bank of Ireland’s National Enterprise Week. Richie was appointed Group Chief Executive Officer of Bank of Ireland in 2009.
He joined the Bank as Chief Executive Corporate Banking in 2003 from Royal Bank of Scotland. Within Bank of Ireland, Richie has also held the position of Chief Executive of the Retail Ireland division of Bank of Ireland. Richie has over thirty years’ experience in all aspects of financial services and is a Fellow of the Institute of Banking.
BOOK NOW to avoid disappointment.
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Connect, Share Ideas and Build Meaningful Relationships
Cork Chamber Business Owners Hub
Are you a start-up or an already established SME?
Would you like the opportunity to focus on some key areas of your business with experts in the areas of finance, legal, sales and marketing?
The Cork Chamber Business Owners Hub is where a small group of business owners meet regularly, in a safe and confidential environment to share issues and experiences, helping each other and themselves with the daily challenges facing businesses today.
The hubs take place each of the following Tuesdays from 4.30pm-6pm.
- Tuesday 10th May
- Tuesday 17th May
- Tuesday 24th May
- Tuesday 31st May
Please contact Danielle or Leigh directly for more infomation.
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And the Winner is.....
The Q1 2016 Economic Trends Survey offered a prize of dinner for two at The Cornstore Restaurant Cork. Cork Chamber is delighted to announce Mr. George Barter, Managing Director of J Barter Travel Group, as the winner of this quarters prize and we are sure that a very enjoyable evening will be had.
The Cornstore Restaurant Cork, situated in the heart of Cork City, on Cornmarket Street is one of Cork’s best restaurants. The Cornstore offers a casual, warm and lively dining experience in a Manhattan style setting, complete with a unique wine and cocktail bar. Specialising in Steaks, Seafood & Award winning Cocktails, the ethos of the restaurant works on the philosophy of “quality food sourced locally”. The perfect choice for quality food in a great atmosphere. For more information please see The Cornstore Restaurant website.
Cork Chamber would like to thank all those participating in completing this quarter’s survey. Your time is very much appreciated.
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Census Sunday 24th April
The next census will take place on Sunday April 24th, 2016. Everybody present in the country next Sunday night is legally required to be included in the Census. Census enumerators are currently visiting every home in Ireland to deliver census forms. Every home and apartment should now have a Census Form. If you haven’t received yours, you must: - Freetext the word FORM to 50400
- Visit www.census.ie or
- LoCall 1850 20 16 04
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Pitch Perfect, Perfect Pitch!
Effective Presentation Skills
Course Date: 11th May Chamber Member Rate: €150.00
From pitching to one person to addressing a room of hundreds, good presentation and public speaking skills are key to many influential roles in today's business world.
We are always presenting, ourselves, our brand and our business. This course will give you the confidence and skills when designing and delivering a presentation and will give you a process to help appease the nerves! - Understand the importance of knowing your audience
- Plan an effective presentation
- Overcome Nerves
- Beginning and ending a presentation successfully
- Be familiar with a strong presentation structure
- Getting the audiences's attention and keeping it
- Establishing the audience's attention and keeping it
- Properly using your eyes, hands, voice and stance
- Handling Q & A
Last few places left for the 11th May next, so don’t delay, BOOK TODAY!
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EEN partner in USA offers package for tailored introductions to up to 5 States in the USA
The SelectUSA Investment Summit takes place from June 19th-21st, 2016, in Washington, D.C. This year’s theme is “The Innovation Advantage” and will feature investment opportunities from every corner of the United States for global investors.
[Read more]
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Come and meet Polish ICT delegation in Cork on 19th May
Delegates include: - Aberit is a software engineering, web and mobile app developer and online marketing company
- BMM specialises in software implementation and business training.
- Fabryka is a creative agency specialising in brand building
- IDEO operates in the services and internet technology sector; providing effective and competitive solutions in e-marketing, e-business, e-government and e-consulting.
- Klaster IT is a cluster which supports the implementation of joint investment enterprises, business cooperation and promotional campaigns for the region’s ICT sector.
- Order of Code (OOC) specialises in the optimisation and production of highly efficient systems for data gathering, transformation and analysis.
- Primebit Studio is a brand that creates innovative IT solutions across a wide range of industries.
- Top S.A. is a manufacturer and supplier of specialised IT systems for large and medium-sized companies in various industries.
[Read more]
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Trading with Australia and New Zealand and/or Turkey?
Have your say on the future of trade and economic relations through the European Commission’s current consultations. Contact Katherine for further information.
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Latest Member Offers
- Musgrave Marketplace Latest Pormotions - read more
- 20% Off All Website Development with one of Cork's leading web development companies Read more
- Free Years monitoring of all New Intruder Alarm Systems read more
- Double your sales within 12 months read more
- Bookkeeping Service using Xero Software read more
- 10% Off All Footwear in Skechers Retail Stores read more
- Supernova Family Entertainment Centre read more
- 10% Off Your Summer BBQ @ Macdonald Kinsale Hotel & Spa, Formally Carlton read more
Submit an offer for fellow Chamber Members through the Member Information Centre (MIC).
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Upcoming Member Events
- Personal Branding for Business Workshop, April 26th - read more
- National Recruitment Federation Annual Conference 2016, April 28th - read more
- St. Peter's Cork: Venue and website launch, May 5th - read more
- Fastnet Recruitment Career Open Days, April 19th - April 27th - read more
- The Power of Three, April 20th - read more
- Mercy Hospital Foundation Golf Classic, April 22nd - read more
- Introduction to the European Water Stewardship (EWS) Standard* Workshop, April 26th - read more
- BITCI Cork Business Forum on CSR, April 28th - read more
All upcoming member events can be viewed on our website here. Submit details of an upcoming event through the Member Information Centre (MIC).
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