Cork Chamber warmly welcomed more positive economic news for Cork this week with an announcement by Pfizer which sees the reversal of its decision to close the Little Island facility and secure 160 jobs in the process.

Commenting on the excellent news, Mr. Healy said, "This announcement is testament to the great work of the management and team of Pfizer in Little Island over the last number of years. Cork Chamber would like to congratulate all involved in this successful outcome and we wish the Pfizer operation every success.  This news provides hope of further investment by Pfizer who have been a major contributor to economic growth and employment in the Cork region since 1969.”

The Transition Year Business Projects Awards is an initiative of Cork Chamber and the College of Business & Law, UCC and are kindly sponsored by BNY Mellon, a global investments company and major employer in Cork. The Awards aim to foster entrepreneurialism in students by encouraging them to develop collaborative business related projects with their peers and write about their experience of their Mini Company or School Bank.

The 2015 competition pays tribute to George Boole whose bicentenary is being celebrated this year. Boole was the first Professor of Mathematics at University College Cork and is described as the ‘fore father of the information age’. Students participating in this year’s competition are requested to submit a 1,500 word project highlighting how their Bank/Mini Company experience mirrored George Boole’s entrepreneurial ability and creative genius.

The prize for this year’s winning team is €1,000 for their school and €500 and €250 for those schools in second and third place. For more information contact Claire.  

Do you manage a team of people?

Do you want to improve your working environment? Develop your management style?

Our Certificate in Supervisory Management Course will give you the skills, tools and techniques to do this and more. Whether you are new to management or not, this is an invaluable opportunity to delve into the key areas of management. BOOK NOW!

PS.! We have a course on Microsoft Word coming up on Thursday 19^th March next. Learn about Speed Keys, Tables, Formatting, Headers & Footers & improving the appearance of your document!  

Date: Tuesday, 31^st March
Time: 7.30am – 9.00am
Venue: Clarion Hotel
Cost: €25 / €35 non members
To book:  HERE

Did you know that Cork houses one of the world’s leading research & innovation facilities housing 460 researchers, scientists and engineers, across 38 nationalities and attracting 11,500 visitors per year? The Tyndall National Institute brings companies from around the world to Cork to collaborate and is spinning out successful start-ups, as well helping growing companies through research. Tyndall is focused on developing technology solutions for health, communications, energy, agriculture, food, marine and the environment sectors.

A proven leader and technology sector executive, Dr. Drain has delivered significant successes in major US and international business roles. He has over thirty years industrial experience in technology and business management in diverse industrial segments.  Join with your fellow Cork Chamber members to hear about this global success story and how YOU can get involved.

BOOK EARLY*

*Booking events early gives you immediate access to the attendance list, ensures that you are kept up to date with all news relating to the event and positions you on the attendance so that others can find you, network with you and vice versa.

Date: Wednesday, 15^th April
Time: 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Venue: AIB South Mall
Cost: FREE for Cork Chamber members
To Book: HERE

Cork Chamber is proud to partner with AIB Bank on South Mall for the April Business After Hours Networking Event. AIB Bank and its predecessors, the Munster Bank and The Munster & Leinster Bank, have supported the people and businesses of Cork from its 66 South Mall premises for 150 years and this iconic building is now celebrating its 100th year anniversary this year. Completed in 1915, this beautiful building is recognised as one of the most historically significant banking premises in the country.

Join with your fellow members for the best networking event in town – you can bank on it!

 
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1. Cork Airport Unveils New Brand Identity -  Read More HERE

2. Chamber Congratulates Pfizer - Read More HERE

3. Inua Hospitality celebrate the purchase of Muckross Park Hotel & Spa - Read More HERE

4. Croke Park on the Horizon for Enterprising Cork Students - Read More HERE 

5. Cork Chamber Welcomes New Routes from Cork Airport - Read More HERE

Date: Saturday, 11th April 
Venue: Crosshaven
Cost: Prices for pre-event registration are:

• Pain: €35.00. (€40.00 on the day)
• Pleasure: €30.00 (€35.00 on the day)
• Family Fun Cycle: Sign-up on the day only. €5.00 per family or donation of your choice.

To book: here or call in Niall in the Breakthrough Cancer Research Office on  021 422 66 55 or email here

The Breakthrough Cancer Research “Jagged Edge Tour” (Pain or Pleasure) tour is one day cycling event 21st consisting of three different routes all starting in Crosshaven Village.

A 130k cycle route hugging the beautiful South Cork Coast taking in Myrtleville, Fountainstown, Robertscove, Oysterhaven, Kinsale and much more. This challenging cycle is geared towards the more experienced club cyclist. The pleasure cycle is a 65k route following the same direction but cutting out most of the difficult climbing. This route is designed for the leisure cyclist. There will also be a  “Family Fun Cycle” from Crosshaven to Carrigaline and back which will be suitable for all ages.

1. EY Charity Fashion Show, Friday, March 20th

2. 'Light it up Blue Gala Ball' in aid of the Cork Association for Autism, Friday,March 27th 

3. Fort 2 Fort Charity Cycle, A Challenge For All Cycling Enthusiasts,  Sunday, 29th March

4. Skechers 5K, Sunday, 29th March