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bullet.png Rebels Abú
 
bullet.png Golf Classic 2024
 
bullet.png Networking Lunch on Board the Brittany Ferries Pont Aven
 
bullet.png Business Breakfast with Professor Maggie Cusack, President, Munster Technological University
 
bullet.png Cork Chamber Dublin Dinner 2024
 
bullet.png UCD Professional Academy Diploma in Diversity, Equity, Belonging, & Inclusion
 
bullet.png How to run your home like a business
 
bullet.png Upcoming International Food & Drink Events
 
bullet.png Have Your Say: Upcoming EU Consultations
 
bullet.png National Enterprise Hub Launched
 
bullet.png CSRD signed into Irish Law
 
bullet.png Budget 2025 - Call for member input
 
bullet.png Upcoming Consultations
 
bullet.png Job Opportunities
 
bullet.png Member to Member Offers
 
bullet.png Member News
 
bullet.png Member Events
 
bullet.png Spotlight
 
bullet.png Member Job Opportunities
 
bullet.png New Members
 
 
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Rebels Abú
Paint the county red
 

We’re getting behind our Cork hurlers for the All Ireland Men's Hurling Final next Sunday July 21st, Let’s paint the county red to support our team. Fly your red and white flags or bunting. Wear those red jerseys! 

 

Let’s get this county glowing red – on every home, business and street ! Corcaigh Abu

 
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EVENTS
 
 
Golf Classic 2024
Thurs 29th Aug | 7am-2pm | Lee Valley Golf Club
 

Join us for the Cork Chamber's Golf Classic at Lee Valley Golf and Country Club, voted one of the top 100 Irish Golf Courses by Golf Digest. 

 

This will be a 4-Person Team event and whether you're a seasoned pro or a novice player, this event offers something for everyone, with opportunities to take a break from the day to day tasks, play and network at one of Cork's picturesque Golf Courses.

 

Limited Tee Times available. Register your team now to secure your preferred tee time.

 
More Details & Bookings
 
Networking Lunch on Board the Brittany Ferries Pont Aven
Sat 14th Sept | 12pm-3pm | Ringaskiddy Port
 

This event will provide you with an exclusive opportunity to explore the fantastic facilities on board the luxury ferry as you enjoy a charming afternoon in Cork Harbour. Your three-hour French escape will begin from the moment you step on board, with an Apéritif drinks reception in the ship’s Bar Le Grand Pavois.

You will enjoy a lunch prepared by the best of French chefs and served with specially selected French wines. All served while you network with the France-Irish business community in Cork.

 
More Details & Bookings
 
Business Breakfast with Professor Maggie Cusack, President, Munster Technological University
Wed 25th Sept | 7.30am-9am | The Kingsley Hotel
 

Join us for this Business Breakfast to hear from Professor Maggie Cusack, President, Munster Technological University.

 

Hear about the role MTU plays in nurturing talent to meet the evolving demands of industry along with the university’s commitment to innovation and collaboration to drive economic and social advancement.

 
More Details & Bookings
 
Cork Chamber Dublin Dinner 2024
Tues 26th Nov | 7pm-11pm | Clayton Hotel Burlington Road, Dublin
 

Join over 600 business leaders, key political decision makers and stakeholders as we gather to celebrate the relationship between Ireland's two largest city regions, Dublin and Cork.
 
The evening is an opportunity to establish new business connections, to strengthen existing relationships and to meet with peers from both city regions. During the evening, we will also present the Outstanding Contribution to Business Award 2024.

 
More Details & Bookings
 
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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
 
 
UCD Professional Academy Diploma in Diversity, Equity, Belonging, & Inclusion
Member Price €900
 

Beginning Wed 22nd Aug | 6.30pm - 9.30pm | Online | 12 weeks

 

This UCD Professional Academy Diploma in Diversity, Equity, Belonging & Inclusion (DEBI) course is designed for learners who wish to develop a deep understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging and to explore strategies for change

 
More details & booking
 
How to run your home like a business
Free for members
 

Wed 28th Aug | 10am-11am | Online

 

If you feel like you don’t have time for self-care or struggle to manage the workload that comes with the home and family life, this webinar provides practical advice on how to navigate these challenges.

 
More details & booking
 
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INTERNATIONAL SERVICES
 
 
Upcoming International Food & Drink Events
 

The Enterprise Europe Network is the world's largest support network for SMEs looking to innovate and grow internationally.

 

Our B2B Matchmaking events are an effective way for you to meet your next potential business partner.

 

Take a look at our list of upcoming international Food and Drink events!

 
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Have Your Say: Upcoming EU Consultations
Now open for your input and feedback.
 

The European Commission has launched three new public consultations for your feedback.

 

This is your opportunity to shape future legislative initiatives, streamline and harmonise administrative processes and reduce the costs for SMEs.

 

Consultation name:

Deadline for reply:

Link:

SME consultation on inland waterway transport.

30 September, 2024

Link Here

SME consultation on automated contracts.

16 September, 2024

Link Here

SME panel on business practices related to using customers' data.

16 September, 2024

Link Here

 

 
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS
 
 
National Enterprise Hub Launched
 

The newly launched National Enterprise Hub is a one-stop-shop, consolidating over 180 government supports from 19 different departments and state agencies including loans, grants and funding, advice and mentoring and training. This free service covers a range of areas from access to finance, energy efficiency, exporting, agri-food sustainability, craft and design and more. 

 
Find out more
 
CSRD signed into Irish Law
 

The European Union's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive was signed into Irish law on 5 July and is now in effect. All large companies and all listed companies, except listed micro-enterprises, will be required to report on sustainability information in accordance with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards. 

 
Find out more
 
Upcoming Consultations
Public consultations now open for your input and feedback:
 

Draft Regional and Local EV Charging Network Plan

19 July

Link Here

A Strategic Approach to Improving the Efficiency of Ireland’s Transport System

21 August

Link Here

 

If you have any feedback that can inform our submission please contact ashley@corkchamber.ie 

 
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MEMBER ACTIVITY
 
 
Member News
 
  • Open Call for Subject Nominations as Accenture’s Women on Walls at UCC launches
  • Disability Awareness Training and Job Shadow Day - Arlo Cork
  • Surge in demand for financial services in West Cork prompts Blueprint to expand
  • Cork-Based Startup Giyst Launches Crowdfunding Campaign on Crowdcube
  • Stryker Beach Clean with Clean Coasts Ballynamona
  • Wizer Energy and Finance Ireland Launch No-Deposit, Save-As-You Go Solutions
  • EHS International Expands and Opens New Dublin Offices Following Major Investment
  • The Open University - Exploring emerging trends in digital workplace learning
  • Volvo Cork Week Goes Green with Sustainability Measures
 
All Member News
 
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Member Job Opportunities
 
  • ePower are hiring and require a Part Time Sales Support Administrator
  • CUH (Cork University Hospital) Charity require a Development Manager
  • Sigma Homes require a Senior Chartered Engineer
 
All Member Job Opportunities
 
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Member Events
 
  • GPA Hurling & Camogie Legends Lunch for CUH Charity – Fri 19 July
  • The Everyman After Dark – Friday – A Night of Music – Fri 19 July
  • Cork City FC Corporate Golf Day at The K Club – Mon 22 July
  • Business English – Essential business Vocabulary webinar with Everywhere English – Tues 30 July
  • B2B Sales Strategizing for Success - led by Dr Maria Coakley at Ludgate Hub – Tues 30 July
  • The Chartered Accountants Cork Society in collaboration with Grant Thornton and the Institute’s Balance Network group, are hosting a Pride Bingo event – Thurs 1 August
  • Camino Ingles – Camino De Santiago Walk 2024 for the MSC - Mon 29 July – Mon 5 August
  • Lir Quartet at Triskel – Sat 10 August
  • Spirit of Summer- Cork on a Fork Festival at Hayfield Manor – Thurs 18 August
 
Further event details can be found here
 
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Member to Member Offers
 
  • 20% Discount on Life-Work Balance Training with Frazzle
  • All-Inclusive Meeting Room Packages at the Maldron Hotel South Mall
  • *FREE* Website Strategy Consultation with Awescape
  • Daily Delegate Rates from €420 per person at Mount Juliet Estate
  • Boyle Cleaning Services - 50% Off Initial Office Deep Clean when choosing our Contract Cleaning Services
  • A complimentary Work Practices Checklist Assessment at Sprintmodo
  • Special offer for Cork Chamber members – Keyholding services for just €10/Month with Securitas
  • 20% discount for overnight stays at The Brehon Hotel in July 
  • 20% Off Voodoo Summer Social Corporate Party Packages
  • Exclusive 15% Member Discount at PrintSpace!
 
All Member Offers
 
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
 
Spotlight
Trant O'Meara Group
 
 

Trant O’Meara Group are industry leaders in Safety Management with a proven track record in providing a comprehensive range of strategic, management and technical consulting solutions. As well as consultancy expertise, Trant O’Meara Group offers a range of training, recruitment and outsourcing services on behalf of clients. The company specialises in health and safety and risk management across a number of industries including utilities, construction, pharmaceuticals & arboriculture.

 

 
Click here for further information
 
 
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