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Cork Chamber welcomes CoreHR Jobs Boost Announcement
Cork Chamber is delighted to welcome CoreHR’s announcement of a planned €40 million investment creating 300 jobs over the next 3 years across its locations in Cork, Kilkenny, Dublin and London.
In welcoming the announcement Cork Chamber Chief Executive Conor Healy commented, ‘such an investment is testament to the highly skilled team within CoreHR and the track record of the existing operations with today’s announcement reinforcing the strong commitment of CoreHR to the Cork region as 180 of the announced jobs are to be based at its Cork headquarters. The announcement is truly reflective of the confidence placed by CoreHR across it’s Irish and UK operations and it is hugely positive to see CoreHR go from strength to strength over the next three years”.
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Cork Digital Marketing Awards 2016
Enter NOW!
Top Tips for a great Submission!
- Have a start, a middle & an end! Concise case studies on how you work your digital/social media will work well
- Explain acronyms & internal metrics – keep it easy to understand
- Give real metrics & actual numbers
- Keep to the word count & put some work into each section. Judges don’t like to guess!
- Treat each category as an independent entity and tailor your submission specifically
There are 16 categories (and even one for Best Use of Emoji!) so there’s something for everyone.
Good luck!
Follow @corkbizschool for updates - #digitalcork16
Take a Mindful Moment!
Mindfulness & Resilience Training 25th & 26th August
This 2 day course will enable you to increase resourcefulness & develop your human potential, for both professional and personal success.
- Access peace of mind anytime - at will
- Turn fears, conflicts, worries & adversity into allies
- Access your untapped potential & internal resources
- Deepen your presence & enhance Leadership skills to inspire & develop professional collaboration
This is a fantastic opportunity to take some time out for yourself, reassess and get the most from life.
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August BBQ at the Montenotte Hotel
Date: Thursday 18th August
Time: 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Venue: Montenotte Hotel, Cork
Cost: FREE for Cork Chamber members
To book: online
Cork Chamber is delighted to bring you the August BBQ in the newly renovated and refurbished Montenotte Hotel.
Celebrating a massive recent refurbishment, the Montenotte will welcome Cork Chamber members through the doors for a Summer BBQ, as the hotel celebrates its long heritage as a home to one of the famous Cork “Merchant Princes” now renovated with style and modern flair.
With panoramic views of the City from the terrace, you will be among the first to experience the new and unique Montenotte Hotel.
Places are limited for this event, so please BOOK EARLY to avoid disappointment.
Annual Golf Classic in association with Vhi Healthcare
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Date: Thursday 8th September
Time: 7.30am – 2.30pm
Venue: Lee Valley Golf Club
Cost: €300 for a team of 4
Book HERE
**No afternoon slots available**
Cork Chamber is delighted to announce that the Golf Classic 2016 will take place on Thursday 8th September in Lee Valley Golf & Country Club in association with Vhi Healthcare. The Golf Classic is a fourball scramble and always offers plenty of challenges as well as some great prizes to be won on the day.
This competitive and fun annual event continues to offer fantastic value for money, with your entry fee including refreshments for you and your team on arrival, a full round of golf at the award winning Lee Valley Golf & Country Club, burgers at the 10th tee, as well as music, entertainment and a BBQ on the terrace later that evening. You will also receive a goody bag and a chance to win some top-notch prizes – always a great day out!
The timesheet for this event is filling up fast, so please BOOK NOW to reserve your slot.
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Networking Lunch on Board the Pont Aven
Date: Saturday 10th September
Time: 12pm – 3pm
Venue: Ringaskiddy Port
Cost: €60 members / €65 non members
Book HERE
This popular annual event is held in association with the France Ireland Chamber of Commerce and is a unique day out, giving Cork Chamber members an opportunity to see what the Pont Aven ferry has to offer as well as a chance to entertain clients and colleagues on board this fantastic Brittany Ferries link to France.
Your ticket price includes a pre-lunch “Apéritif” reception drinks reception in the bar and deck area of the ship, followed by a sumptuous luncheon cooked by the best of French chefs and served with a selection of French wines. Places are Networking Lunch on Board the Pont Aven
Places for this event are very limited, please BOOK EARLY to avoid disappointment!
Save the date - Brexit Breakfast
Cork Chamber will host a dedicated business breakfast focusing on the business landscape in Ireland following the UK exit from the EU. This event will feature an expert panel of speakers and will explore the impact of Brexit. This event will take place Friday September 2nd in the Clarion Hotel, please keep an eye on our website for details which will follow.
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What is on your mind?
Last Thursday your business should have received our 2016 Member Survey by email. We would be grateful if you could spend a few minutes completing this to help us prioritise and deliver the best services to grow your business into the future. All respondents who complete this survey will be entered into a draw to win an overnight stay for two at the luxurious 5* Hayfield Manor.
We hope you take this opportunity, to share your business needs and we really appreciate your input into helping us shape the future of Cork Chamber to benefit you our valued members.
If you have any questions regarding this survey please contact Deborah 021 4530149.
Survey must be completed before close of business August 3rd.
Strengthen your brand awareness with ChamberLink Magazine
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Ensure your business is seen by the right people and be part of ChamberLink Magazine. We have a range of options to suit your communications needs from full page adverts to editorial style features. We can work with you to maximise your advertising spend.
Benefits of featuring in ChamberLink:
- Digital version is emailed to all Chamber members in weekly business update sent to over 3,500 business people.
- Digital version available to read on the Cork Chamber website which attracts over 10k unique visitors each month.
- 2,500 copies are produced and distributed to all industry leaders, professional and key contacts, allowing the magazine to gain attract a readership rate of over 7,500 people.
- Shared across multiple social media platforms.
- Every Cork Chamber business receives a personally addressed copy of the publication.
- Copies are placed at Cork Chamber events.
The next edition of ChamberLink is scheduled to be on desks August 25th and there are limited advertising spaces left. If you would like to feature your business in our bi-monthly ChamberLink magazine contact Deborah 021- 4530149 to find out more.
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Brexit Update
Recent Brexit-related articles of interest and publications include: - Brexit factsheet for business (InterTradeIreland) - read more
- Brexit provides timely reminder of importance of enhancing competitiveness (National Competitiveness Council) - read more
- Brexit: What does it mean for Irish businesses? (Deloitte) - read more
- Managing in uncertainty and seizing opportunities on the island of Ireland (EY) - read more
- Brexit: risks and opportunities (KPMG) - read more
- Brexit, what’s next? (PwC) - read more
- FTSE 100 hits fresh one-year high but pound slides below $1.31 as UK economy grows by 0.6pc before Brexit vote (The Telegraph) - read more
- One month on, what has the impact of the Brexit vote been so far? (The Guardian) - read more
Please let us know if you have any content for the BREXIT UPDATE section that you feel would be valuable to fellow members. Contact Katherine or Eimear for more information.
SPACE 2016 – Livestock and agriculture brokerage event
Rennes (France), 14th -15th September 2016
An Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) brokerage event will take place at SPACE 2016 Livestock and Agriculture Show, an annual event which is at the forefront of France’s agriculture and livestock sector. 2016 marks the 30th edition of SPACE. In its first year, the show attracted 260 exhibitors and 32,000 visitors. In 2015, this figure stood at 1,446 exhibitors and 106,226 visitors. The accompanying EEN brokerage event this year will allow exhibitors and visitors to meet face-to-face and have pre-scheduled 1:1 meetings to discuss commercial or technology partnerships.
See ‘read more’ or contact Eimear for further information.
Rennes (France), 14th-15th September 2016 SPACE is aimed at international livestock professionals and international visitors can available of a free pass (obtainable here) to attend this year’s show which takes place in Rennes 13-16 September. The current exhibitor list includes over 1000 exhibitors from a representation of over 40 countries (see here). If you are attending SPACE, why not avail of Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)’s free brokerage event which will take place on 14 and 15 September? Companies attending the SPACE exhibition can have the opportunity to meet potential new commercial and technological partners during pre-scheduled 30 minute 1:1 meetings. The brokerage event is open to all SPACE exhibitors and international visitors from the livestock sector, with interest in animal feed, animal health, breeding, artificial insemination, hatcheries, farm buildings, farm equipment, farm waste, water treatment and agro-energy.
Timeline for brokerage event
Deadline | Task | 02 September 2016 | Deadline to register and submit a cooperation profile | 05 September 2016 | Deadline to request face-to-face meetings | 07 September 2016 | Validation of meeting schedule | 14 September | Bilateral meetings | 15 September | Bilateral meetings |
Registration for the brokerage event is a simple process and can be completed here. Contact Eimear for further information.
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Latest Member News
Customers’ favourite CAB Motor Company recognised with prestigious Ford Chairman’s Award - read more - Enterprise Ireland announces intensified international trade mission programme for second half of 2016 - read more
An Increase to National Minimum Wage Would Threaten Competitiveness - read more - Cork Civic Trust Welcomes UK Ambassador - read more
Network Ireland National Conference Bringing “Fearless Ambition” to Cork - read more.
Submit your news to our website through our Member Information Cente (MIC).
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Latest Member Offers
- MarketPlace: Exclusive Day - Pass For Your Staff - read more
- BIBO Ireland: €50 Members Discount on any BIBO Purchase - read more
- Conversation Piece (Cork) Ltd: Plantronics CS540 Cordless Headset with HL10 Handset Lifter @ €195 - read more
- CoachClinic: 2 hour Business Growth Strategy Session - read more
- The Hope Foundation: Full Table of 10 to The Hope Foundation Cork Lunch for €550 - read more
All current offers are listed on our website. You can share an offer for fellow Chamber Members through the Member Information Centre (MIC).
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Upcoming Member Events
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- Cork Participate - One Stop Shop Event, 27th July - read more
- Final week of The Factory Girls! Treat yourself to a night of funny and touching theatre! July 13th - July 30th - read more
- Conflicting Visions in a Turbulent Age 1900-1916, June 3rd - August 20th - read more
- Pulses of Tradition, June 6th, - September 23rd - read more
- (RE)writing (Hi)story (A Sonic Opera), June 25th - August 27th - read More
- Me Daza - Cork: Ireland's Masterpiece, Like, July 16th - September 16th - read more
- John Saul Picnic, August 1st - read more
- Mountain Challenge, August 20th - read more
- Cork University Hospital Charity Cycle, Wheel4Life 2016 and Family Fun Day with Bishopstown GAA, August 28th - read more
- The Hope Foundation Cork Lunch, September 9th - read more
- An Post Rebel Tour of Cork, September 10th - read more
- Introduction to Data Protection for business, September 21st - read more
- Dean Strang & Jerry Buting - A Conversation On Justice, September 22nd - read more
- Charity Carrauntoohill Climb, September 24th - read more
- Developments in the Organisation of Working Time - Legal Island in association with Crowley Solicitors, September 28th - read more
- Shine a Light Night, October 21st - read more
Promote an upcoming event through our Interactive Member Information Centre, all upcoming member events are listed on our website.
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